Microsoft Certified Fundamentals

The pathway to AI, Data Science, and Cloud Computing.

The Microsoft Certified Fundamentals exams are the pathway to fully understanding what cloud computing is, what options are available from Microsoft, and which options make sense for businesses to invest in. This set of exams is for students who are exploring a career in artificial intelligence, data science, and cloud computing. With the usage of big data and artificial intelligence on the rise, the demand for data scientists is not being met—and the gap is widening.

Help your students get on the pathway to a prosperous career by administering Microsoft Certified Fundamentals exams in your classroom.

Available certifications

This exam is designed for candidates looking to demonstrate foundational knowledge on the considerations and benefits of adopting cloud services in general and the Software as a Service (SaaS) cloud model. This exam will also cover knowledge of available options and benefits gained by implementing Microsoft 365 cloud service offerings.

This exam can be taken as a precursor to cloud computing and technologies exams such as Office 365, Microsoft Intune, Azure Information Protection (AIP), and Windows 10.

Objective Domains (PDF download)

This exam is designed for candidates looking to demonstrate foundational knowledge on the considerations and benefits of adopting cloud services in general and the Software as a Service (SaaS) cloud model. This exam will also cover knowledge of available options and benefits gained by implementing Microsoft 365 cloud service offerings.

This exam can be taken as a precursor to cloud computing and technologies exams such as Office 365, Microsoft Intune, Azure Information Protection (AIP), and Windows 10.

Objective Domains (PDF download)

This exam is an opportunity to demonstrate knowledge of common ML and AI workloads and how to implement them on Azure. It is intended for candidates with both technical and non-technical backgrounds.

Candidates for this exam should have foundational knowledge of machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) concepts and related Microsoft Azure services. Data science and software engineering experience are not required; however, some general programming knowledge or experience would be beneficial.

Objective Domains (PDF download)

This exam is intended for candidates beginning to work with data in the cloud.

Candidates for this exam should have foundational knowledge of core data concepts and how they are implemented using Microsoft Azure data services, and should be familiar with the concepts of relational and non-relational data, and different types of data workloads such as transactional or analytical.

Objective Domains (PDF download)

Candidates for this exam are users who aspire to improve productivity by automating business processes, analyzing data to produce business insights, and acting more effectively by creating simple app experiences.

Objective Domains (PDF download)

This exam covers the features and capabilities of Microsoft Dynamics 365 customer engagement apps. Candidates of this exam should have general knowledge of or relevant working experience in an Information Technology (IT) environment. They should also have a fundamental understanding of customer engagement principles and business operations.

Objective Domains (PDF download)

This exam covers the features and capabilities of Microsoft Dynamics 365 finance and operations apps. Candidates of this exam should have general knowledge of or relevant working experience in an Information Technology (IT) environment. They should also have a fundamental understanding of financial principles and business operations.

Objective Domains (PDF download)

This certification is targeted to those looking to familiarize themselves with the fundamentals of security, compliance, and identity (SCI) across cloud-based and related Microsoft services. Candidates should be familiar with Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 and want to understand how Microsoft security, compliance, and identity solutions can span across these solution areas to provide a holistic and end-to-end solution.

Objective Domains (PDF download)

Tried and true: pathway to success

Through Certiport’s full pathway solution you can prepare your students for the cloud computing workforce with tailored learning materials, practice tests, and certification exams officially endorsed by Microsoft. Candidates for this certification will be expected to have key conceptual knowledge of AI, Data Science, and Cloud Computing through at least 150 hours of instruction. Adding these materials into your curriculum is easy and seamless.

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Learning materials for Microsoft Certified Fundamentals

The pathway to certification success

Preparing your students for certification is a big responsibility, so let Certiport make your job easier and more effective with specially-selected course materials and practice tests.

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Pathway to certification

Learning materials for the Microsoft Fundamentals certification exams are provided by Microsoft free of charge through their learning website.

LearnKey video courseware enhances the learning experience and increases certification exam success. It provides self-paced on-demand video learning material for Certiport’s Communication Skills for Business program. These expert learning solutions are easy to use, interactive and help prepare students for certification success.

  • Video-based e-learning courseware
  • Interactive labs
  • Prescriptive study guides

The LearnKey courses available for Microsoft Certified Fundamentals are:

  • Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
  • Microsoft 365 Fundamentals (MS-900)
  • Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals (AI-900)
  • Microsoft Security, Compliance and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900)
  • Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals (DP-900)
  • Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals (PL-900)
  • Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM (MB-910) – Coming Q1 2024
  • Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP (MB-920) – Coming 2024

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Practice tests for Microsoft Certified Fundamentals exams

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These performance-based assessment and test preparation tools help individuals achieve certification credentials. Many of your students will be anxious to assess their knowledge of applications prior to taking the certification exams. Additionally, we recognize the need for educators to properly assess an individual’s knowledge. Certiport provides CertPREP Practice Tests that are powered by GMetrix. These tests, with included reporting and insight features, ensure your students are adequately prepared to take their certification exam.

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CertPREP Practice Tests are customizable, allowing you to create a highly-effective environment conducive to student-centered learning. CertPREP Practice Tests offer two different modes:

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  • Students experience what the certification exams will be like
  • Timed practice tests present scenarios to perform just like the actual certification exam

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  • Students work at their own pace as they receive feedback and step-by-step instructions for each question

Prepare for the future of computing

The Microsoft Fundamental exams will put students on the pathway to the exciting field of artificial intelligence, big data, and cloud computing. These exams are a great way to introduce students to Microsoft’s role-based certification pathway—designed to help learners keep pace with today’s business requirements.

Candidates seeking to earn Microsoft Fundamental exam certifications will need to have completed approximately 150 hours of instruction and hands-on experience. Candidates will be prepared to enter the job market, having achieved entry-level competency for their industry.

While meaningful to any job seekers and students interested in IT careers, these exams are best suited for ages 14 and up. No Bachelor’s degree or other prerequisites are necessary, other than what is called out in Objective Domains. These stackable exams are valid from the date they are passed and are a one-time issuance.

This exam is designed for candidates looking to demonstrate foundational knowledge on the considerations and benefits of adopting cloud services in general and the Software as a Service (SaaS) cloud model. This exam will also cover knowledge of available options and benefits gained by implementing Microsoft 365 cloud service offerings.

This exam can be taken as a precursor to cloud computing and technologies exams such as Office 365, Microsoft Intune, Azure Information Protection (AIP), and Windows 10.

Objective Domains (PDF download)

This exam is designed for candidates looking to demonstrate foundational knowledge on the considerations and benefits of adopting cloud services in general and the Software as a Service (SaaS) cloud model. This exam will also cover knowledge of available options and benefits gained by implementing Microsoft 365 cloud service offerings.

This exam can be taken as a precursor to cloud computing and technologies exams such as Office 365, Microsoft Intune, Azure Information Protection (AIP), and Windows 10.

Objective Domains (PDF download)

This exam is an opportunity to demonstrate knowledge of common ML and AI workloads and how to implement them on Azure. It is intended for candidates with both technical and non-technical backgrounds.

Candidates for this exam should have foundational knowledge of machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) concepts and related Microsoft Azure services. Data science and software engineering experience are not required; however, some general programming knowledge or experience would be beneficial.

Objective Domains (PDF download)

This exam is intended for candidates beginning to work with data in the cloud.

Candidates for this exam should have foundational knowledge of core data concepts and how they are implemented using Microsoft Azure data services, and should be familiar with the concepts of relational and non-relational data, and different types of data workloads such as transactional or analytical.

Objective Domains (PDF download)

Candidates for this exam are users who aspire to improve productivity by automating business processes, analyzing data to produce business insights, and acting more effectively by creating simple app experiences.

Objective Domains (PDF download)

This exam covers the features and capabilities of Microsoft Dynamics 365 customer engagement apps. Candidates of this exam should have general knowledge of or relevant working experience in an Information Technology (IT) environment. They should also have a fundamental understanding of customer engagement principles and business operations.

Objective Domains (PDF download)

This exam covers the features and capabilities of Microsoft Dynamics 365 finance and operations apps. Candidates of this exam should have general knowledge of or relevant working experience in an Information Technology (IT) environment. They should also have a fundamental understanding of financial principles and business operations.

Objective Domains (PDF download)

This certification is targeted to those looking to familiarize themselves with the fundamentals of security, compliance, and identity (SCI) across cloud-based and related Microsoft services. Candidates should be familiar with Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 and want to understand how Microsoft security, compliance, and identity solutions can span across these solution areas to provide a holistic and end-to-end solution.

Objective Domains (PDF download)

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Digital badges

Digital badges are web-enabled versions of a credential, certification or learning outcome. Representing your credential as a badge gives you the ability to share your skills online in a way that is simple, trusted and can be easily verified in real time.

Show off your success

Microsoft Fundamentals certified students have a lot to be proud of. Badges validate their skills and allow them to show the world what they’ve accomplished.

Tried and true: pathway to success

Through Certiport’s full pathway solution you can prepare your students for the cloud computing workforce with tailored learning materials, practice tests, and certification exams officially endorsed by Microsoft. Candidates for this certification will be expected to have key conceptual knowledge of AI, Data Science, and Cloud Computing through at least 150 hours of instruction. Adding these materials into your curriculum is easy and seamless.

Learn

Pathway to certification success

Practice

Increase confidence towards certification exams

Exam

To affirm your expertise in MCF

Prepare for the future of computing

The Microsoft Fundamental exams are foundational-level exams that will put students on the pathway to the exciting field of artificial intelligence, big data, and cloud computing. These exams are a great way to introduce students to Microsoft’s role-based certification pathway—designed to help learners keep pace with today’s business requirements.

Candidates seeking to earn Microsoft Fundamental exam certifications will need to have completed approximately 150 hours of instruction and hands-on experience. Candidates will be prepared to enter the job market, having achieved entry-level competency for their industry.

While meaningful to any job seekers and students interested in IT careers, these exams are best suited for ages 14 and up. No Bachelor’s degree or other prerequisites are necessary, other than what is called out in Objective Domains. These stackable exams are valid from the date they are passed and are a one-time issuance.

Microsoft’s Guide to Role-Based Certifications (PDF download)

This exam is designed for candidates looking to demonstrate foundational knowledge on the considerations and benefits of adopting cloud services in general and the Software as a Service (SaaS) cloud model. This exam will also cover knowledge of available options and benefits gained by implementing Microsoft 365 cloud service offerings.

This exam can be taken as a precursor to cloud computing and technologies exams such as Office 365, Microsoft Intune, Azure Information Protection (AIP), and Windows 10.

Objective Domains (PDF download)

This exam is designed for candidates looking to demonstrate foundational knowledge on the considerations and benefits of adopting cloud services in general and the Software as a Service (SaaS) cloud model. This exam will also cover knowledge of available options and benefits gained by implementing Microsoft 365 cloud service offerings.

This exam can be taken as a precursor to cloud computing and technologies exams such as Office 365, Microsoft Intune, Azure Information Protection (AIP), and Windows 10.

Objective Domains (PDF download)

This exam is an opportunity to demonstrate knowledge of common ML and AI workloads and how to implement them on Azure. It is intended for candidates with both technical and non-technical backgrounds.

Candidates for this exam should have foundational knowledge of machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) concepts and related Microsoft Azure services. Data science and software engineering experience are not required; however, some general programming knowledge or experience would be beneficial.

Objective Domains (PDF download)

This exam is intended for candidates beginning to work with data in the cloud.

Candidates for this exam should have foundational knowledge of core data concepts and how they are implemented using Microsoft Azure data services, and should be familiar with the concepts of relational and non-relational data, and different types of data workloads such as transactional or analytical.

Objective Domains (PDF download)

Candidates for this exam are users who aspire to improve productivity by automating business processes, analyzing data to produce business insights, and acting more effectively by creating simple app experiences.

Objective Domains (PDF download)

This exam covers the features and capabilities of Microsoft Dynamics 365 customer engagement apps. Candidates of this exam should have general knowledge of or relevant working experience in an Information Technology (IT) environment. They should also have a fundamental understanding of customer engagement principles and business operations.

Objective Domains (PDF download)

This exam covers the features and capabilities of Microsoft Dynamics 365 finance and operations apps. Candidates of this exam should have general knowledge of or relevant working experience in an Information Technology (IT) environment. They should also have a fundamental understanding of financial principles and business operations.

Objective Domains (PDF download)

This certification is targeted to those looking to familiarize themselves with the fundamentals of security, compliance, and identity (SCI) across cloud-based and related Microsoft services. Candidates should be familiar with Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 and want to understand how Microsoft security, compliance, and identity solutions can span across these solution areas to provide a holistic and end-to-end solution.

Objective Domains (PDF download)

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