Beginner

Microsoft 365 Fundamentals (MS-900)

Master Microsoft 365 cloud services and earn MS-900 certification through 70% hands-on practice with real Microsoft 365 tenants. Explore Teams collaboration, SharePoint document management, Exchange email administration, and OneDrive storage. Understand security features, compliance tools, licensing models, and service deployment options. Perfect for IT professionals, administrators, and business users preparing for Microsoft 365 certification or managing cloud productivity solutions in organizations.

15 Hours
35 Lessons
4.7 Rating
3,100+ Enrolled

What You'll Learn

This beginner-friendly MS-900 course balances certification prep with practical Microsoft 365 administration. Gain confidence managing cloud productivity platforms.

Key Skills You'll Master

Microsoft 365 Core Services

Navigate Teams, SharePoint, Exchange, OneDrive, and understand how these services integrate for productivity.

Cloud Concepts & Deployment Models

Understand SaaS principles, cloud benefits, Microsoft 365 vs. on-premises solutions, and hybrid deployment options.

Security & Compliance Fundamentals

Configure MFA, conditional access, data loss prevention policies, and understand compliance frameworks in Microsoft 365.

Identity & Access Management

Manage Azure AD users and groups, implement authentication methods, and control access to Microsoft 365 resources.

Microsoft 365 Licensing & Pricing

Compare subscription plans, understand licensing requirements, and recommend appropriate solutions for business needs.

Service Management & Support

Monitor service health, manage service requests, understand SLAs, and provide end-user support for Microsoft 365.

Course Modules

Module 1: Microsoft 365 Cloud Concepts

3 Hours
  • Cloud computing fundamentals and SaaS model
  • Microsoft 365 vs on-premises solutions
  • Hybrid deployment scenarios
  • Cloud benefits and considerations
  • Microsoft 365 tenant architecture
  • Lab: Navigate Microsoft 365 admin centers

Module 2: Teams & Collaboration

4 Hours
  • Microsoft Teams interface and features
  • Channels, chats, and meetings
  • Teams administration and policies
  • Guest access and external collaboration
  • Teams apps and integrations
  • Lab: Configure Teams workspace and conduct meetings

Module 3: Exchange Online & Outlook

3 Hours
  • Exchange Online architecture
  • Mailbox management and delegation
  • Email security and anti-spam
  • Outlook on the web features
  • Calendar sharing and scheduling
  • Lab: Manage mailboxes and configure email rules

Module 4: SharePoint & OneDrive

4 Hours
  • SharePoint Online sites and hubs
  • Document libraries and version control
  • OneDrive for Business storage
  • File sharing and permissions
  • Sync client configuration
  • Lab: Create SharePoint site and manage documents

Module 5: Security & Compliance

5 Hours
  • Microsoft 365 security fundamentals
  • Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
  • Conditional access policies
  • Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
  • Compliance center and retention policies
  • Threat protection basics
  • Lab: Implement MFA and DLP policies

Module 6: Azure AD & Identity

4 Hours
  • Azure Active Directory fundamentals
  • User and group management
  • Self-service password reset
  • Device management with Azure AD
  • Identity synchronization basics
  • Lab: Create users and configure Azure AD settings

Module 7: Licensing & Pricing

2 Hours
  • Microsoft 365 subscription plans
  • Business vs Enterprise licensing
  • License assignment and management
  • Add-on services and costs
  • Choosing the right plan for organizations
  • Lab: Review licensing options and assign licenses

Module 8: Admin Center Management

3 Hours
  • Microsoft 365 Admin Center navigation
  • Service health and message center
  • Support ticket creation
  • Reports and usage analytics
  • Service request management
  • Lab: Monitor service health and create support tickets

Hands-On Labs & Projects

Lab 1: Microsoft 365 Tenant Setup

Configure Microsoft 365 tenant, customize branding, set up domains, and navigate admin centers.

Lab 2: Teams Configuration

Create teams, configure channels, schedule meetings, and implement guest access policies.

Lab 3: Exchange Online Admin

Manage mailboxes, configure email flow, set up shared mailboxes, and implement retention policies.

Lab 4: SharePoint Site Creation

Build SharePoint communication site, create document libraries, configure permissions, and enable versioning.

Lab 5: Security Policies

Enable MFA, configure conditional access, create DLP policies, and implement retention labels.

Lab 6: User Management

Create Azure AD users and groups, assign licenses, configure password policies, and delegate admin roles.

Lab 7: Reports & Analytics

Generate usage reports, monitor service health, analyze adoption metrics, and track license utilization.

Project: Full M365 Deployment

Configure complete Microsoft 365 environment with users, Teams, SharePoint, security, and compliance.

Tools & Platforms Required

Microsoft 365 Admin Center
Microsoft Teams
Exchange Admin Center
SharePoint Online
Azure Active Directory
Security & Compliance Center
PowerShell (basics)
Microsoft Graph (intro)
Windows or macOS computer
Web browser (Edge/Chrome recommended)

Note: Free Microsoft 365 trial tenant provided for hands-on practice.

Who Should Enroll

IT professionals seeking Microsoft 365 certification
Help desk staff supporting Microsoft 365 environments
Business users managing team collaboration tools
Administrators deploying cloud productivity solutions

Career Outcomes

MS-900 certification opens pathways to Microsoft 365 roles including:

Microsoft 365 Support Specialist

$48K - $68K avg. salary

M365 Administrator

$60K - $85K avg. salary

Collaboration Specialist

$55K - $75K avg. salary

Cloud Productivity Consultant

$65K - $90K avg. salary

Ready to Master Microsoft 365?

Join 3,100+ professionals earning MS-900 certification and managing cloud productivity platforms