Microsoft 365 Endpoint Administrator (MD-102) Training
In this course, students will learn to plan and execute an endpoint deployment strategy using contemporary deployment techniques and implementing update strategies. The course introduces essential elements of modern management, co-management approaches, and Microsoft Intune integration. It covers app deployment, management of browser-based applications, and key security concepts such as authentication, identities, access, and compliance policies. Technologies like Azure Active Directory, Azure Information Protection, and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint are explored to protect devices and data.
Microsoft 365 Endpoint Administrator (MS-102)
Course Overview
The Microsoft 365 Endpoint Administrator is responsible for deploying, configuring, securing, managing, and monitoring devices and client applications in a corporate setting. Their duties include managing identity, access, policies, updates, and apps. They work alongside the M365 Enterprise Administrator to develop and execute a device strategy that aligns with the requirements of a modern organization. Microsoft 365 Endpoint Administrators should be well-versed in M365 workloads and possess extensive skills and experience in deploying, configuring, and maintaining Windows 11 and later, as well as non-Windows devices. Their role emphasizes cloud services over on-premises management technologies.
Course Outline
- Module 1: Explore the Enterprise Desktop
- Module 2: Explore Windows Editions
- Module 3: Understand Microsoft Entra ID
- Module 4: Manage Microsoft Entra identities
- Module 5: Manage device authentication
- Module 6: Enroll devices using Microsoft Configuration Manager
- Module 7: Enroll devices using Microsoft Intune
- Module 8: Execute device profiles
- Module 9: Oversee device profiles
- Module 10: Maintain user profiles
- Module 11: Execute mobile application management
- Module 12: Deploy and update applications
- Module 13: Administer endpoint applications
- Module 14: Protect identities in Microsoft Entra ID
- Module 15: Enable organizational access
- Module 16: Implement device compliance
- Module 17: Generate inventory and compliance reports
- Module 18: Deploy device data protection
- Module 19: Manage Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
- Module 20: Manage Microsoft Defender in Windows client
- Module 21: Manage Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps
- Module 22: Assess deployment readiness
- Module 23: Deploy using the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit
- Module 24: Deploy using Microsoft Configuration Manager
- Module 25: Deploy Devices using Windows Autopilot
- Module 26: Implement dynamic deployment methods
- Module 27: Plan a transition to modern endpoint management
- Module 28: Manage Windows 365
- Module 29: Manage Azure Virtual Desktop
Intended Audience
- People who want to become Microsoft 365 ™ administrators and engineers
- People preparing for the Microsoft ® MS-102 exam
Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of Microsoft 365™ workloads
- Basic understanding of networking, server administration, and IT fundamentals such as DNS, Active Directory, and PowerShell
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[Decision Maker Name],
I'm writing to request time and budget approval to complete Applied Technology Academy's course, Microsoft 365 Endpoint Administrator (MD-102) Training. The information below outlines how this training benefits our organization, the tasks I'll be able to perform after completing it, and relevant cost and funding details.
Course Description
In this course, students will learn to plan and execute an endpoint deployment strategy using contemporary deployment techniques and implementing update strategies. The course introduces essential elements of modern management, co-management approaches, and Microsoft Intune integration. It covers app deployment, management of browser-based applications, and key security concepts such as authentication, identities, access, and compliance policies. Technologies like Azure Active Directory, Azure Information Protection, and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint are explored to protect devices and data. Applied Technology Academy is an award-winning, SBA-certified woman-owned training provider (est. 2008) whose instructors are active practitioners; the course is hands-on with virtual labs and a learn-by-doing methodology.
Course Objectives
Once I've completed the course, I'll have hands-on, job-ready skills in it infrastructure & virtualization that I can apply immediately to our work.
Expected Organizational Benefits
After completing this course, I will be better equipped to apply these skills directly to our projects, reduce our reliance on outside expertise, strengthen our team's capabilities, and share what I learn with colleagues.
Expected Cost & Funding
Course fee: [request an itemized quote at the link below]. Applied Technology Academy supports multiple funding paths that may reduce or cover this cost: GSA MAS purchasing and government purchase orders, military credentialing funding (Army CA, AF COOL, CG COOL), VA GI Bill and VR&E, ATA Flexible Spending, and student financing. Private team cohorts are available if colleagues should attend with me.
Conclusion
This training provides practical, hands-on experience I can apply immediately to strengthen our work in it infrastructure & virtualization. Additional course information is available at https://appliedtechnologyacademy.com/microsoft-365-endpoint-administrator-md-102-training/.
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