**Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator (AZ-900 + AZ-104)

About this programme

The Certificate in Azure Advanced Administration (AZ-900 + AZ-104) is a comprehensive Microsoft Azure cloud training programme designed to provide students with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to manage modern cloud environments. The programme begins with Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900), introducing cloud concepts, Azure architecture, core services, security, governance, pricing, and cloud management. Students then progress to Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104), where they develop advanced administration skills including identity management, storage configuration, virtual machines, networking, monitoring, backup, and resource management. Through practical laboratory sessions and real-world cloud scenarios, students gain hands-on experience using Azure Portal, Azure CLI, PowerShell, Microsoft Entra ID, virtual networks, storage services, security controls, and monitoring solutions. This programme prepares learners for cloud administration roles and provides the technical foundation required to work with enterprise cloud infrastructures. Successful completion supports progression towards advanced Microsoft certifications, cloud engineering careers, cyber security pathways, and higher education programmes in computing and information technology

What you will learn

Upon successful completion of this programme, students will be able to: ⚪Understand fundamental cloud computing concepts and Microsoft Azure architecture. ⚪Configure and manage Azure resources including virtual machines, storage, and networks. ⚪Design cloud solutions using appropriate Azure services based on business requirements. ⚪Implement identity management and access control using Microsoft Entra ID and RBAC. ⚪Deploy and manage Azure virtual networking components and security controls. ⚪Analyse cloud security requirements and apply governance best practices. ⚪Configure Azure storage solutions with appropriate security and redundancy options. ⚪Monitor Azure environments using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and alerting tools. ⚪Troubleshoot Azure infrastructure issues using professional administration techniques. ⚪Develop practical cloud administration skills required for Microsoft Azure certification and IT careers.

Entry requirements

5. Entry Requirements Applicants should have: ◻. Basic computer literacy and understanding of IT concepts. ◻. Basic knowledge of networking and operating systems is recommended. ◻. No previous cloud experience is required. ◻. CCNA, networking, Linux, or system administration knowledge is an advantage.

Where it leads

Azure Cloud Administrator Cloud Support Engineer Junior Cloud Engineer Microsoft Azure Administrator System Administrator Infrastructure Engineer Cloud Operations Engineer Cloud Security Associate

Progression

🗯 Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) 🗯 Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert 🗯 Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate 🗯 Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert 🗯 AWS Cloud Certifications 🗯 Cloud Security Certifications 🗯 Qualifi Level 4 & 5 Diploma in Networking and Cyber Security 🗯 HND in Computing 🗯 BSc (Hons) Computer Systems & Network Engineering 🗯 BSc (Hons) Cyber Security 🗯 MSc Cyber Security