Microsoft
Overview
An NCCRS member since October 2018, Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more - that means empowering every student today with the skills they need for tomorrow’s job market regardless of socio-economic status or ability.The skills required to create or advance a career and earn a spot at the top don’t come easily. Microsoft offers a rewarding approach to learning with multiple options that help you achieve your goals faster and the opportunity to earn college credits!
Microsoft’s learning programs
Microsoft offers two opportunities that provide learners with college credit recommendations:
Through the Microsoft Professional Program, learners gain in-demand technical and job-ready skills in AI, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science and more through online courses that feature hands-on labs, expert instructors, and rigorous capstone projects. For information, visit the Microsoft Professional Program site, https://academy.microsoft.com/en-us/professional-program/.
Microsoft’s Technical Certification Program validates that someone has the skills they need to be successful in high demand, cloud-based jobs. Our certifications pave the way for someone to start a career in technology, find the job of their dreams, get promoted, receive a pay increase, or increase their productivity and effectiveness, and have a voice in strategic decisions that drive the digital transformations of the organizations that they support. For information, visit www.microsoft.com/learning.
See the full list of programs evaluated by NCCRS below.
Source of Official Student Records
Credential submission for Microsoft Certifications and Professional Programs: Learners will find step by step instructions to submit Microsoft exams, badges, and credentials for college credits here: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/learning/certification-exam-policies.aspx.
Transcripts: To request a college transcript for Microsoft certifications, programs, and credentials evaluated by NCCRS, students must complete an Excelsior College Transcript Service Application. Download the application here.
The Excelsior Transcript Service application form must be emailed to Excelsior College only at receipt@excelsior.edu. The form will not be accepted by Microsoft Corporation or NCCRS.
Titles of all evaluated learning experiences
Descriptions and credit recommendations for all evaluated learning experiences
Microsoft Certification Exams
- 1. MS-100 Microsoft 365 Identity and Services
- 2. MS-101 Microsoft 365 Mobility and Security
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
Exam 1: 180 minutes; preparation time varies. Exam 2: 150 minutes; preparation time varies.
Exam 1 and 2: May 2019 - Present.
Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification exam include: Exam 1: manage domains; plan a Microsoft 365 implementation; set up Microsoft 365 tenancy and subscription; manage Microsoft 365 subscription and tenant health; plan migration of users and data; design identity strategy; plan identity synchronization by using Azure AD Connect; Manage identity synchronization by using Azure AD Connect; Manage Azure AD identities; manage user roles; manage authentication; implement multi-factor authentication (MFA); configure application access; implement access for external users of Microsoft 365 workloads; and plan for Office 365 workload and applications deployment. Exam 2: implement Mobile Device Management (MDM); Manage device compliance; plan for devices and apps; plan Windows 10 deployment; implement Cloud App Security (CAS); implement threat management; implement Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection (ATP); manage security reports and alerts; configure Data Loss Prevention (DLP); implement Azure Information Protection (AIP); manage data governance; manage auditing; and manage eDiscovery.
Exams 1 and 2: These certification exams assesses individuals’ skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center.
In the associate /certificate degree category, 2 semester hours in Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, or Computer Technology (6/19). NOTE: To earn certification, student must successfully complete MS-100 Microsfot 365 Identity and Services AND MS-101 Microsoft 365 Mobility and Security AND one of the following certifications: Microsoft 365 Certified: Messaging Administrator Expert; Microsoft 365 Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate; Microsoft 365 Certified: Security Administrator Associate; or Microsoft 365 Certified: Teamwork Administrator Associate. Care should be given to avoid awarding duplicative credit.
- 1. MS-200 Planning and Configuring a Messaging Platform
- 2. MS-201 Implementing a Hybrid and Secure Messaging Platform
- OR 3. MS-202 Microsoft 365 Messaging Administrator Certification Transition
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
Exam 1: 150 minutes; preparation time varies and Exam 2: 180 minutes; preparation time varies. OR Exam 3: 180 minutes; preparation time varies.
Exam 1, 2 or 3: May 2019 - Present.
Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification exam include: Exam 1: Manage databases; manage Database Availability Groups (DAGs); manage and implement client access; manage disaster recovery; manage messaging infrastructure lifecycle; plan the Transport Pipeline; manage connectors; manage mail flow; troubleshoot mail flow problems; manage recipient resources; and manage mobile devices. Exam 2: plan and deploy a hybrid environment; plan and implement migration; manage public folders; manage role-based permission, message hygiene, Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) for messaging and compliance; configure organizational settings; and plan address lists. OR Exam 3: All outcomes, skills and competencies for exam 1 and 2.
Exam 1 and 2 OR Exam 3: These certification exams assess individuals’ skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center. Exam 3 has a prerequisite: 70-345: Designing and Deploying Microsoft Exchange Server 2016.
Exam 1 and 2 together OR Exam 3: In the associate /certificate degree category, 2 semester hours in Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, or Computer Technology (6/19). NOTE: There are two options for those who seek Microsoft 365 Certified: Messaging Administrator Expert. NOTE: Students must successfully complete both MS-200 Planning and Configuring a Messaging Platform and MS-201 Implementing a Hybrid and Secure Messaging Platform OR students must successfully complete MS-202 and the prerequisite 70-345: Designing and Deploying Microsoft Exchange Server 2016.
- 1. MD-100 Windows 10
- 2. MD-101 Microsoft 365 Mobility and Security
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
Exam 1: 150 minutes; preparation time varies. Exam 2: 180 minutes; preparation time varies.
Exam 1 and 2: May 2019 - Present.
Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification exam include: Exam 1: deploy Windows; manage devices and data; configure connectivity; and maintain Windows. Exam 2: implement Modern Device Services; manage device compliance; plan for devices and apps; plan Windows 10 deployment; implement Cloud App Security (CAS); implement threat management; implement Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection (ATP); manage security reports and alerts; configure Data Loss Prevention (DLP); implement Azure Information Protection (AIP); manage data governance; manage auditing; and manage eDiscovery.
Exam 1 and 2: These certification exams assess individuals’ skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center.
Exam 1 and 2: In the associate/certificate degree category, 2 semester hours in Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, or Computer Technology (6/19). NOTE: Student must successfully complete MD-100 Windows 10 and MD-101 Microsoft 365 Mobility and Security OR students must successfully complete 70-695: Configuring Windows 10 and MD-101 Microsoft 365 Mobility and Security. Care should be given to avoid duplicate credit for Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert.
- MS-500 Microsoft 365 Security Administration
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
180 minutes; preparation time varies.
May 2019 - Present.
Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification exam include: implement and manage identity and access; secure user accounts; implement authentication methods, conditional access, role-based access control (RBAC), Azure AD Privileged Identity Management (PIM), and Azure AD Identity Protection; implement an enterprise hybrid threat protection solution and device threat protection; implement and manage device and application protection, Office 365 messaging protection and Office 365 threat protection. Secure data access within Office 365; manage Azure Information Protection (AIP); manage Data Loss Prevention (DLP); Implement and manage Microsoft Cloud App Security; configure and analyze security reporting; manage and analyze audit logs and reports; configure Office 365 classification and labeling; manage data governance and retention; manage search and investigation, and data privacy regulation compliance.
This certification exam assesses individuals’ skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center.
In the associate/certificate degree category, 2 semester hours in Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, Introduction to Cybersecurity or Computer Technology (6/19).
- 1. MS-300 Deploying Microsoft 365 Teamwork
- 2. MS-301 Deploying SharePoint Server Hybrid
- OR 3. MS-302 Microsoft 365 Teamwork Administrator Certification Transition
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
Exam 1: 150 minutes; preparation time varies and Exam 2: 180 minutes; preparation time varies. OR Exam 3: 180 minutes; preparation time varies.
Exam 1, 2 and 3: May 2019 - Present.
Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification exam include: Exam 1: configure and manage SharePoint Online; configure and manage OneDrive for Business; configure and manage Teams; configure and manage workload integrations; manage stream capabilities; and integrate M365 workloads with external data and systems. Exam 2: configure and manage SharePoint on-premises; configure and manage hybrid scenarios; and migrate to SharePoint Online. Exam 3: All of the outcomes, skills and competencies for exam 1 and 2.
Exam 1 and 2 OR Exam 3: These certification exams assess individuals’ skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center. Exam 3 prerequisite: 70-339: Managing Microsoft SharePoint Server 2016.
Exam 1 and 2 together OR Exam 3: In the associate/certificate degree category, 2 semester hours in Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, or Computer Technology (6/19). NOTE: Students must successfully complete MS-300 Deploying Microsoft 365 Teamwork and MS-301 Deploying SharePoint Server Hybrid OR students must successfully complete MS-302 and its prerequisite: 70-339: Managing Microsoft SharePoint Server 2016.
- AZ-103: Microsoft Azure Administrator
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
Exam time is 180 minutes; preparation time varies.
May 2019 - Present.
Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification exam include: manage Azure subscriptions and resources; implement and manage storage; deploy and manage virtual machines (VMs); configure and manage virtual networks; and manage identities.
This certification exam assesses individuals’ skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 4 semester hours in Cloud Computing, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Science, and Web Design (10/18).
- AZ-203: Developing Microsoft Azure Solutions
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
Exam time is 180 minutes; preparation time varies.
January 2019 – Present.
Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification include: develop Azure infrastructure as a service compute solutions; develop Azure platform as a service compute solutions; develop for Azure storage; implement Azure security; monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize Azure solutions; connect to and consume Azure services and third-party services.
This certification exam assesses individuals’ skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 4 semester hours in Cloud Computing, Information technology, Software Engineering, Computer Science, and Web Design (10/18).
- AZ-400: Microsoft Azure DevOps Solutions
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
Exam time is 180 minutes; preparation time varies.
November 2018 – Present.
Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification exam include: design a DevOps strategy; implement DevOps development processes; implement continuous integration; implement continuous delivery; implement dependency management; implement application infrastructure; and implement continuous feedback.
This certification exam assesses individuals’ skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category 4 semester hours in Cloud Computing, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Science, and Web Design OR in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Cloud Computing, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Science, and Web Design (10/18).
- 1. AZ-300: Microsoft Azure Architect Technologies
- 2. AZ-301: Microsoft Azure Architect Design
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
1. Exam time is 180 minutes; preparation time varies. 2. Exam time is 180 minutes; preparation time varies.
Exam 1: September 2018 – Present. Exam 2: September 2018 – Present.
1. Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification exam include: deploy and configure infrastructure; implement workloads and security; create and deploy apps; implement authentication and secure data; develop for the cloud. 2. Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification exam include: determine workload requirements; design for identity and security; design a data platform solution; design a business continuity strategy; design for deployment, migration, and integration; design an infrastructure strategy.
This certification exam assesses individuals’ skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category 4 semester hours in Cloud Computing, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Science, and Web Design OR in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Cloud Computing, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Science, and Web Design (10/18). NOTE: The Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect: Expert Certification requires passing scores on two examinations: 1. AZ-300 Microsoft Azure Architect Technologies and 2. AZ-301 Microsoft Azure Architect Design. Students must successfully complete both exams to access credit recommendations.
- AI-100 Designing and Implementing an AI Azure Solution
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
Exam time: 180 minutes; preparation time varies.
May 2019 - Present.
Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification exam include: identify storage solutions; recommend tools, technologies, and processes to meet process flow requirements; map security requirements to tools, technologies, and processes; select software and services required to support the solution; design an AI solution that includes one or more pipelines; design the compute infrastructure to support a solution; design Intelligent Edge solutions; design data governance; design solutions that adhere to cost constraints; orchestrate AI workflow; integrate AI services with solution components; integrate Intelligent Edge with solutions; deploy and manage solutions.
This certification exam assesses individuals’ skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Information Technology, Business Administration, Computer Technology, Cloud Computing, Software Engineering or Web Services (6/19).
- 1. DP-200 Implementing an Azure Data Solution
- 2. DP-201 Designing an Azure Data Solution
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
Exam 1 time: 180 minutes; preparation time varies. Exam 2 time: 150 minutes; preparation time varies.
Exam 1 and 2: May 2019 - Present.
Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification exam include: Exam 1: implement data storage solutions; implement No-SQL databases; implement Azure SQL database; implement hybrid data scenarios; manage Azure DevOps Pipelines; implement big data environments; develop batch processing solutions; develop streaming solutions and integration solutions; implement data migration; automate data factory pipelines; manage source data access security; configure authentication and authorization; manage and enforce data policies and standards; set up notifications; monitor data storage, databases for a specified scenario and data processing; manage optimization and business continuity. Exam 2: design an Azure Data solution, Azure Cloud data warehouses, No-SQL Databases, Azure SQL database, and hybrid data scenarios; design batch processing solutions, big data real-time processing solutions, integration solutions, source data access security, security for data policies and standards, and a data retention policy; design for optimization; design and implement a disaster recovery strategy and design for high availability.
Exam 1 and 2: These certification exams assess individuals’ skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center.
Exam 1 and 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 4 semester hours in DevOps, Information Technology, Computer and Information Science, Software Engineering, Database Administration, Data Science, or Data Analytics (6/19). NOTE: Student must successfully complete both DP-200 Implementing an Azure Data Solution and DP-201 Designing an Azure Data Solution.
- DP-100 Designing and Implementing a Data Science Solution on Azure
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
Exam time: 180 minutes; preparation time varies.
May 2019 - Present.
Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification exam include: define and prepare the development environment; set up development environment; quantify the business problem; prepare data for modeling; perform exploratory data analysis; cleanse and transform data; perform feature extraction; perform feature selection; select an algorithmic approach; split datasets; identify data imbalances; train the model; and evaluate model performance.
This certification exam assesses individuals’ skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in DevOps, Information Technology, Computer and Information Science, Software Engineering, Database Administration, Data Science, or Data Analytics (6/19).
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
Exam time: 180 minutes; preparation time varies.
May 2019 - Present.
Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification exam include: configure Azure Active Directory for workloads, configure Azure AD Privileged Identity Management, configure Azure tenant security, implement network security, implement host security, configure container security, implement Azure Resource management security, configure security services, configure security policies, manage security alerts, configure security policies to manage data, configure security for data infrastructure, configure encryption for data at rest, implement security for application delivery, configure application security, configure and manage Key Vault.
This certification exam assesses individuals’ skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 4 semester hours in Cloud Computing, Information technology, Software Engineering, Computer Science, and Web Design (6/19).
- 1. MB-200 Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement Core
- 2. MB-230 Dynamics 365 for Customer Service
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
Exam 1: 180 minutes; preparation time varies. Exam 2: 180 minutes; preparation time varies.
Exam 1 and 2: May 2019 - Present.
Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification exam include: Exam 1: create and validate documentation; perform continuous collaboration with customer; create and configure Apps and templates; create and manage processes; modify an existing data model; import, export and manage data; configure security in Office 365; configure security settings, Outlook add-in, and email integration; Integrate with Office 365; create, configure and maintain Microsoft Flows. manage environments, solutions and applications; and perform system administration and quality assurance. Exam 2: configure service management settings, processes and customer service visualizations; create and manage cases and the knowledge base; create and manage queues, SLAs and entitlements; create, preview, test, and publish surveys; and manage survey responses.
Exam 1 and 2: These certification exams assess individuals’ skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center.
Exam 1 and 2: In the associate/certificate degree category, 2 semester hours in Information Technology, Liberal Arts, or Business Administration (6/19). NOTE: Students must successfully complete both MB-200 Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement Core and MB-230 Dynamics 365 for Customer Service.
- 1. MB-200 Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement Core
- 2. MB-240 Dynamics 365 for Field Service
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
Exam 1: 180 minutes; preparation time varies. Exam 2: 180 minutes; preparation time varies.
May 2019 - Present.
Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification exam include: Exam 1: create and validate documentation; perform continuous collaboration with customer; create and configure Apps and templates; create and manage processes; modify an existing data model; import, export and manage data; configure security in Office 365; configure security settings, Outlook add-in, and email integration; Integrate with Office 365; create, configure and maintain Microsoft Flows, manage environments, solutions and applications; and perform system administration and quality assurance. Exam 2: configure general settings, product and service pricing, and bookable resources; integrate other tools with Field Service; describe the work order lifecycle; create and manage work orders, and manage incidents; manage scheduling options; implement the schedule board and the Schedule Assistant; configure Resource Scheduling Optimization (RSO) and Universal Resource Scheduling; install and configure the mobile app and manage mobile projects; manage inventory and purchasing and product returns; create and manage agreements and customer assets.
Exam 1 and 2: These certification exams assess individuals’ skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center.
Exam 1 and 2: In the associate/certificate degree category, 2 semester hours in Information Technology, Computer Information Science, or Business Administration (6/19). NOTE: Students must successfully complete both MB-200 Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement Core and MB-240 Dynamics 365 for Field Service. Care should be given to avoid duplication of credit. MB-200 Dynamics 365 for Field Service Functional Consultant Associate is a component of multiple certifications: Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 for Customer Service Functional Consultant Associate; Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 for Field Service Functional Consultant Associate; and Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 for Marketing Functional Consultant Associate.
- 1. MB-300 Microsoft Dynamics 365 Unified Operations Core
- 2. MB-310 Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations, Financials
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
Exam 1: 180 minutes; preparation time varies. Exam 2: 180 minutes; preparation time varies.
May 2019 - Present.
Exam 1: identify common Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations features and functionality; implement Lifecycle Services (LCS) tools; implement security; design and create workflows; configure options; implement business processes for the solution; plan a migration strategy; and prepare data for migration and migrate data; implement and validate the solution and support Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) by using LCS. Exam 2: implement and configure financial modules; implement and test advanced features, test cost and allocation policies; perform periodic processes; configure, collect and report taxes; define and configure the account structure; implement regulatory and localization features and manage currencies; implement and manage journals, accounts receivable and accounts payable; configure and manage budgeting processes; and implement and manage fixed assets.
Exam 1 and 2: These certification exams assesses individuals’ skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center.
Exam 1 and 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, or Business Administration (6/19). NOTE: Care should be given to avoid duplication of credit awards. MB-300 Microsoft Dynamics 365 Unified Operations Core is also a component of Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations, Manufacturing Functional Consultant Associate, AND Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations, Supply Chain Management Functional Consultant Associate.
- 1. MB-300 Microsoft Dynamics 365 Unified Operations Core
- 2. MB-320 Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations, Manufacturing
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
Exam 1: 180 minutes; preparation time varies. Exam 2: 180 minutes; preparation time varies.
May 2019 - Present.
Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification exam include: Exam 1: identify common Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations features and functionality; implement Lifecycle Services (LCS) tools; implement security; design and create workflows; configure options; implement business processes for the solution; plan a migration strategy; and prepare data for migration and migrate data; implement and validate the solution and support Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) by using LCS. Exam 2: implement and test the production control module; configure and manage a product configuration model; create common components of production and lean orders; manage scheduling and subcontracting; perform production batch order lifecycle; manage and maintain formulas; and configure and manage manufacturing executions.
Exam 1 and 2: These certification exams assess individuals’ skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center.
Exam 1 and 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, or Business Administration (6/19). NOTE: Care should be given to avoid duplication of credit awards. MB-300 Microsoft Dynamics 365 Unified Operations Core is also a component of Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations, Manufacturing Functional Consultant Associate, AND Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations, Supply Chain Management Functional Consultant Associate.
- 1. MB-300 Microsoft Dynamics 365 Unified Operations Core
- 2. MB-330 Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations, Supply Chain Management
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
Exam 1: 180 minutes; preparation time varies. Exam 2: 180 minutes; preparation time varies.
May 2019 - Present.
Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification exam include: Exam 1: identify common Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations features and functionality; implement Lifecycle Services (LCS) tools; implement security; design and create workflows; configure options; implement business processes for the solution; plan a migration strategy; and prepare data for migration and migrate data; implement and validate the solution and support Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) by using LCS. Exam 2: create and manage products; configure products for supply chain management; manage inventory pricing and costing; configure inventory management; manage and process inventory activities; implement procurement and sourcing; implement common sales and marketing features; implement advanced sales and marketing features; configure warehouse management; perform warehouse management processes; and implement transportation management and perform business processes.
Exam 1 and 2: These certification exams assess individuals’ skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center.
Exam 1 and 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, or Business Administration (6/19). NOTE: Care should be given to avoid duplication of credit awards. MB-300 Microsoft Dynamics 365 Unified Operations Core is also a component of Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations, Manufacturing Functional Consultant Associate, AND Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations, Supply Chain Management Functional Consultant Associate.
- 1. MB-200 Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement Core
- 2. MB-220 Dynamic 365 for Marketing
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
Exam 1: 180 minutes; preparation time varies. Exam 2: 180 minutes; preparation time varies.
Exam 1 and 2: May 2019 - Present.
Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification exam include: Exam 1: create and validate documentation; perform continuous collaboration with customer; create and configure Apps and templates; create and manage processes; modify an existing data model; import, export and manage data; configure security in Office 365; configure security settings, Outlook add-in, and email integration; Integrate with Office 365; create, configure and maintain Microsoft Flows. manage environments, solutions and applications; and perform system administration and quality assurance. Exam 2: configure marketing settings; create and manage segments and subscription centers and lists; create marketing forms; create and manage marketing pages; create and manage leads; create and assess sales readiness; create email messages; publish and manage email messages; create, publish and manage customer journeys; create and manage events and webinars; create and manage surveys and survey responses; an manage customer insights.
Exam 1 and 2: This certification exam assesses individuals’ skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Marketing, Finance, Computer Information Science, Introduction to Web Design, or Business Administration (6/19). NOTE: Student must successfully complete both MB-200 Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement Core and MB-220 Dynamic 365 for Marketing. Care should be given to avoid duplication of credit. MB-200 Dynamics 365 for Field Service Functional Consultant Associate is a component of multiple certifications: Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 for Customer Service Functional Consultant Associate; Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 for Field Service Functional Consultant Associate; and Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 for Marketing Functional Consultant Associate.
- 1. MB-200 Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement Core
- 2. MB-210 Dynamics 365 for Sales
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
Exam 1: 180 minutes; preparation time varies. Exam 2: 180 minutes; preparation time varies.
Exam 1 and 2: May 2019 - Present.
Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification exam include: Exam 1: create and validate documentation; perform continuous collaboration with customer; create and configure Apps and templates; create and manage processes; modify an existing data model; import, export and manage data; configure security in Office 365; configure security settings, Outlook add-in, and email integration; Integrate with Office 365; create, configure and maintain Microsoft Flows, manage environments, solutions and applications; and perform system administration and quality assurance. Exam 2: configure sales settings, processes and integration with external sales applications; create and configure sales visualizations; create and manage leads and opportunities; create and manage quotes, sales order processing and product and product catalog.
Exam 1 and 2: These certification exams assess individuals’ skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center.
Exam 1 and 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Business Administration, Marketing, Information Systems, or Information Science (6/19). NOTE: Student must successfully complete both MB-200 Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement Core AND MB-210 Dynamics 365 for Sales. Care should be given to avoid duplication of credit. MB-200 Dynamics 365 for Field Service Functional Consultant Associate is a component of multiple certifications: Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 for Customer Service Functional Consultant Associate; Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 for Field Service Functional Consultant Associate; and Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 for Marketing Functional Consultant Associate.
Microsoft Professional Programs
Various; distance learning format.
Varies, self-paced.
April 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of the certificate program, students will be able to: describe how machine learning provides the foundation for artificial intelligence; leverage cognitive services in developing applications; build and derive insights using machine learning models in problem spaces such as classification, regression, and clustering; solve image classification problem using deep learning models such as convolution neural network (CNN); forecast time series data and process sequential data using deep learning models such as recurrent neural network (RNN) and long short term memory (LSTM); frame reinforcement learning problems and solve using algorithms such as dynamic programming, temporal difference learning, deep ‘Q’ learning, policy gradient and actor-critic; apply classical image analysis techniques, such as edge detection, watershed and distance transformation as well as K-means clustering to segment a basic dataset; apply deep learning models to solve machine translation and conversation problems; and compete and solve a real-world artificial intelligence challenge.
Instruction is offered online through edX and through other Microsoft partners. Major topics include: artificial intelligence, Python, data science, essential math, ethics and law in data and analytics, research methods, natural language processing, and machine learning. Skills are measured through formative and summative assessments including a comprehensive capstone project.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours as Artificial Intelligence, Information Systems or as a technical elective (10/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies, self-paced.
April 2018 – Present.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: analyze and visualize data; work with non-relational data; query relational data, create a data warehouse; process big data at rest; process big data in motion; orchestrate big data solutions; and build big data analysis solutions.
Instruction is offered online through edX and through other Microsoft partners. Major topics include: introduction to big data, analyzing and visualizing data with Power BI, analyzing and visualizing data with Excel, introduction to No SQL data solutions, querying relational data with transaction-SQL, delivering a data warehouse in the Cloud, processing big data with Azure Data Lake analytics, processing big data with Azure HDInsight, processing real-time data streams in Azure, processing real-time data with Azure HDInsight, orchestrating big data with Azure Data Factory, developing big data solutions with Azure Machine Learning Studio, analyzing big data with Microsoft R Server, and implementing predictive analytics with Spark in Azure HDInsight. Skills are measured through formative and summative assessments including a comprehensive capstone project.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 4 semester hours in Information Technology, Data Science, Data Analytics or as a technical elective (10/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies, self-paced.
April 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: describe the current threat landscape; Identify and prioritize the key enterprise systems that require protection; demonstrate hardening tactics to make a breach more difficult and costly for a hacker to execute; identify breaches early; classify the extent of a system breach and respond to a security incident effectively, while minimizing business impact; report technical details and business impact of incident to all relevant stakeholders.
Instruction is offered online through edX and through other Microsoft partners. Major topics include: enterprise security fundamentals; threat detection planning for a secure enterprise; planning a security incident response; power shell security best practices; managing identity; securing data in Azure and SQL server; Microsoft SharePoint 2016 authentication and security; Windows 10 security features; Windows server 2016 security features; Microsoft Azure security services; and Microsoft professional cybersecurity capstone.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 4 semester hours in Cybersecurity (10/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies, self-paced.
April 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: get started with data analysis; analyze data using statistics; create basic data visualizations; pivot and manipulate data; query relational data; build descriptive analytics models and visualizations; communicate data insights; apply data analysis methods in context of organizational and industry-specific scenarios.
Instruction is offered online through edX and through other Microsoft partners. major topics include: data analysis: a practical approach for absolute beginners; essential math for data analysis using Microsoft Excel online; data visualization; a practical approach for absolute beginners; introduction to data analysis using Microsoft Excel; querying data with T-SQL; analyzing and visualizing data with power bi; analyzing and visualizing data with Microsoft Excel; analytics storytelling for impact; applied data analysis: working in organizations and industries; and data analysis capstone.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Data Science, Information Science, Business, Applied Mathematics, Organizational Management or Leadership (10/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies, self-paced.
April 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: understand the fundamentals of data science; analyze and visualize data; communicate data insights; apply ethics and law in analytics; query relational data; explore data using code; apply math and statistics to data analysis, plan and conduct data studies; build machine learning models; and build predictive solutions at scale.
Instruction is offered online through edX and through other Microsoft partners. Major topics include: introduction to data science, analyzing and visualizing data with power Bi, analyzing and visualizing data with Excel, analytics storytelling for impact, ethics and law for data and analytics, querying with transact SQL, introduction to R for data science, introduction to Python for data science, essential math for machine learning: R edition, essential math for machine learning: Python edition, data science research methods: R edition, data science research methods: Python edition, principles of machine learning: R edition, principles of machine learning: Python edition, developing big data solutions with Azure machine learning, analyzing big data with Microsoft R, and implementing predictive analytics with Spark in Azure HD Insight. Skills are measured through formative and summative assessments including a comprehensive capstone project.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Introduction to Data Science (10/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies, self-paced.
April 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: describe DevOps practices and principles; implement infrastructure as code; implement continuous integration and continuous deployment; implement configuration management; implement testing in continuous delivery pipelines; integrate databases in continuous delivery environments; monitor applications; and architect apps in DevOps environments.
Instruction is offered online through edX and through other Microsoft partners. Major topics include: introduction to DevOps practices, infrastructure DevOps as code, continuous integration and continuous deployment, configuration management for containerized delivery, DevOps testing, DevOps databases, application monitoring and feedback loops, DevOps for mobile apps, and architecting distributed cloud applications. Skills are measured through formative and summative assessments including a comprehensive capstone project.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or Web Design and Development (10/18).
Various; distance learning.
Varies, self-paced.
April 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: think logically and systematically; create basic programs and functions; process simple data structures and files; develop a simple technical solution; develop interactive webpages; develop and deploy dynamic websites; create advanced programs and functions; create basic object-oriented programs; analyze algorithms and data structures for efficiency; apply software development to real-world scenarios; design user-centric software; and design software for global audience.
Instruction is offered online through edX and through other Microsoft partners. Major topics include: logic and computational thinking, introduction to Python: absolute beginner, introduction to Python: fundamentals, designing a technical solution, building interactive prototypes using JavaScript, building functional prototypes using Node.JS, learning to program in Java, object oriented programming in Java, algorithms and data structures, writing professional code, introduction to design thinking, and introduction to developing international software. Skills are measured through formative and summative assessments including a comprehensive capstone project.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 4 semester hours in Introduction to Programming, Introduction to Software Engineering or Information Systems (10/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies, self-paced.
April 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of the Internet of Things (IoT) training curriculum, students will be able to: recognize and define the opportunity for IoT solutions that achieve business goals for top/trending industries; program resource constrained device hardware, breadboard simple electrical circuits, and capture sensor readings; configure and implement secure two-way communications between devices and a cloud gateway; Implement data analytics (live streams and stored data) to inform device management and other actions; construct IoT data visualizations that enable businesses to gain insights related to their operations; apply machine learning to IoT data to facilitate predictive maintenance and improve business services; evaluate business scenarios, design IoT solution architectures, and develop associated business plans; design and implement an IoT solution for a given industry scenario.
Instruction is offered online through edX and through other Microsoft partners. Major topics include: getting started with IoT; introduction to device programming for IoT; IoT device configuration and communication; IoT data analytics and storage; business intelligence for IoT solutions; predictive analytics for IoT solutions; IoT solution architecture design and business planning; and Microsoft Professional Internet of Things Capstone.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Information Technology, Computer Technology, Information Science, or Information Systems (10/18).
Various; distance learning.
Varies, self-paced.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: properly support and troubleshoot the most common IT issues in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office environments over the telephone, email, chat and social media. In addition to technical skills, candidates will be able to document and escalate a support call and follow common help desk methodology.
Instruction is offered online through edX and through other Microsoft partners. Major topics include: IT support: fundamentals, communication, troubleshooting, documentation, hardware essentials, networking essentials, Microsoft Windows support essentials: installation, Windows support configuration, Microsoft Windows support maintenance, IT support: troubleshooting Microsoft Windows, IT support: troubleshooting Microsoft Office, and IT support: cloud fundamentals. Skills are measured through formative and summative assessments including a comprehensive capstone project.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Information Technology, Information Systems, Networking, Web Design or a general technical elective (10/18).
Microsoft Retired Courses/Exams
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft and delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
Exam time is 180 minutes; preparation time varies.
July 2018 – May 2019.
Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification exam include: manage Azure subscriptions and resources, implement and manage storage, deploy and manage virtual machines (VMs), configure and manage virtual networks, and manage identities.
This certification exam assesses individuals’ skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Cloud Computing, Information technology, Software Engineering, Computer Science, and Web Design (10/18).
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft and delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
Exam time is 180 minutes; preparation time varies.
July 2018 – May 2019.
Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification exam include: evaluate and perform server migration to Azure; implement and manage application services; implement advanced virtual networking; and secure identities.
This certification exam assesses individuals’ skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Cloud Computing, Information technology, Software Engineering, Computer Science, and Web Design (10/18).
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft and delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
Exam time: 180 minutes; preparation time varies.
May 2019 – June 2019.
Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification exam include: manage Azure subscriptions and resources, implement and manage storage, deploy and manage virtual machines (VMs), configure and manage virtual networks, and manage identities; evaluate and perform server migration to Azure; implement and manage application services; implement advanced virtual networking; and secure identities.
This certification exam assesses individuals’ skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center. Prerequisite: 70-533 Implementing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 4 semester hours in Cloud Computing, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Science, and Web Design (6/19). NOTE: Credit should not be duplicated if credit is awarded for AZ-100, AZ-101 or AZ-103.
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
Exam time is 180 minutes; preparation time varies.
September 2018 – January 2019.
Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification exam include: select the appropriate cloud technology solution; develop for cloud storage; create Platform as a Service (PaaS) Solutions; and secure cloud solutions.
This certification exam assesses individuals’ skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Cloud Computing, Information technology, Software Engineering, Computer Science, and Web Design (10/18).
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
Exam time is 180 minutes; preparation time varies.
September 2018 – January 2019.
Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification exam include: develop for an Azure cloud model implement cloud integration solutions; and develop AI and IoT solutions.
This certification exam assesses individuals’ skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Cloud Computing, Information technology, Software Engineering, Computer Science, and Web Design (10/18).
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft and delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
Exam time: 180 minutes; preparation time varies.
September 2018 - February 2019.
Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification exam include: develop solutions for cloud storage; create platfrom as a Service (PaaS) Solutions; secure cloud solutions; develop for an Azure cloud model; implement cloud integration solutions; develop AI, Machine Learning, and IoT solutions.
This certification exam assesses individuals' skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center. Prerequisite: 70-532: Developing Microsoft Azure Solutions.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 4 semester hours in Cloud Computing, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Science and Web Design (6/19): NOTE: Credit should not be duplicated with credit awarded for AZ-200, AZ-201 or AZ 203.
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
Exam time 180 minutes; preparation time varies.
September 2018– June 2019.
Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification exam include: determine workload requirements, design for identity and security, design a business continuity strategy, implement workloads and security, implement authentication and secure data, develop for the cloud.
This certification exam assesses individuals’ skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center. Prerequisite: 70-535: Architecting Microsoft Azure Solutions.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category 4 semester hours in Cloud Computing, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Science, and Web Design OR in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Cloud Computing, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Science, and Web Design (10/18). NOTE: Credit should not be duplicated with credit awarded for AZ-300 and AZ-301.
Various; distance learning
Varies, self-paced.
April 2018 – June 2019.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: explain the fundamentals of cloud administration; provision and manage virtual machines; implement a cloud network infrastructure; manage cloud directory services; implement and manage cloud storage; deploy and manage cloud application services; provision, configure, and manage cloud database services; secure and manage compliance of cloud resources; automate cloud workloads; and migrate infrastructure as a service workloads.
Instruction is offered online through edX and through other Microsoft partners. Major topics include: Microsoft professional orientation, cloud administration, Microsoft Azure virtual machines, Azure virtual networks, Azure identity, Azure storage, Azure app service, databases in Azure, Azure security and compliance, automating Azure workloads, and migrating workloads to Azure. Skills are measured through formative and summative assessments including a comprehensive capstone project.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Computer Science, Information Technology or Information Systems (10/18).
Various; distance learning.
Varies, self-paced.
April 2018 - June 2019.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: explain the fundamentals of web development; create a basic web application; build dynamic web apps; simplify user interface management; build a web user interface; build a responsive web user interface; build a dynamic web user interface; simplify and manage data binding; build a complex single-page application; create web apps with high availability and scale; and manage web application projects.
Instruction is offered online through edX and through other Microsoft partners. Major topics include: Front End Web Development orientation, HTML5 and CSS fundamentals, Java Script introduction, introduction to TypeScript 2, CSS basics, advanced CSS, introduction to Bootstrap, introduction to jQuery, angular fundamentals, introduction to ReactJS, advanced angular, React router and Redux building your Azure skills toolkit, and DevOps for developers. Skills are measured through formative and summative assessments including a comprehensive capstone project.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Web Development, Web Design or Information Technology (10/18).
