Workshops & Short Practical Sessions

Microsoft Entra ID / Hybrid Identity Workshop

A practical identity workshop focused on Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory integration, synchronization and hybrid identity concepts.

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Duration & study mode
1 DayPhysical - NextGen Campus
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Entry requirements

Basic computer literacy; Ability to use a web browser and common desktop applications

All entry requirements
  • Basic English reading ability for technical terms
  • A laptop or desktop suitable for course labs
  • Stable internet connection for online delivery
  • Headset/microphone for live online sessions where required
  • No prior professional certification required for beginner-level programmes
  • For advanced programmes, foundation knowledge in the relevant subject is recommended
  • Commitment to complete practical activities and assignments
  • Willingness to follow lab safety, security, acceptable-use and ethical guidelines
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Programme Overview

What you will study

  • Hybrid-cloud concepts
  • Active Directory preparation
  • Microsoft Entra ID
  • Entra Connect synchronization
  • Password hash sync concepts
  • Single Sign-On
  • Hybrid device join
  • Azure networking basics
  • Azure VM integration
  • Hybrid backup and monitoring

Tools & Platforms

Technologies used

  • Windows Server
  • Active Directory
  • Microsoft Entra ID
  • Microsoft Entra Connect
  • Azure Portal
  • Azure Virtual Machines
  • Azure Virtual Network
  • PowerShell
  • Azure Backup
  • Microsoft 365 Admin Center

Learning Outcomes

Skills you will build

  • Explain hybrid architecture
  • Prepare on-prem AD
  • Configure directory synchronization in labs
  • Understand SSO
  • Understand hybrid join
  • Connect server workloads to Azure concepts
  • Administer hybrid identities
  • Use PowerShell for checks
  • Understand hybrid backup
  • Troubleshoot basic hybrid identity issues

Career Pathways

Where this can lead

  • Hybrid Cloud Administrator
  • Systems Administrator
  • Azure Administrator
  • Infrastructure Engineer
  • Microsoft 365 Administrator
  • Cloud Support Engineer
  • Identity Support Engineer
  • Systems Engineer
  • Technical Support Engineer
  • Junior Cloud Engineer

Labs & Practicals

Hands-on learning

  • Install/configure Windows Server in a lab
  • Create an Active Directory domain
  • Create users and groups
  • Configure DNS
  • Configure DHCP
  • Create Group Policies
  • Configure file permissions
  • Create Hyper-V virtual machines
  • Use PowerShell administration commands
  • Troubleshoot a server-services scenario

Admission Requirements

Before you start

  • Basic computer literacy
  • Ability to use a web browser and common desktop applications
  • Basic English reading ability for technical terms
  • A laptop or desktop suitable for course labs
  • Stable internet connection for online delivery
  • Headset/microphone for live online sessions where required
  • No prior professional certification required for beginner-level programmes
  • For advanced programmes, foundation knowledge in the relevant subject is recommended
  • Commitment to complete practical activities and assignments
  • Willingness to follow lab safety, security, acceptable-use and ethical guidelines

Next Courses

Recommended pathways

  • Microsoft Azure Administrator
  • Microsoft Certified Cloud Security Engineer
  • Master of Microsoft Cloud Computing & Security
  • Microsoft 365 Administrator
  • Azure Security Engineer Programme

NextGen Campus Support

Student support

  • Live lecturer-led instruction and guided demonstrations
  • Student support for academic and technical questions
  • Access to structured lesson materials and practice resources
  • Guidance on lab setup and troubleshooting
  • Progress support throughout the programme
  • Recorded-session support where applicable to the intake
  • Career and certification pathway guidance
  • Practical assignment and project guidance
  • Peer-learning and class communication support
  • NextGen Campus academic coordination and learner assistance

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