Certification Overview

The Microsoft 365 Fundamentals certification requires one exam:
  • MS-900Microsoft 365 Fundamentals
This exam validates foundational-level knowledge of Microsoft 365 services and cloud concepts.

Track Details & Exam Requirements

What MS-900 Validates

With Microsoft 365 Fundamentals, you demonstrate your ability to:
  • Understand cloud computing concepts
  • Identify Microsoft 365 core services
  • Describe security, compliance, and identity features
  • Understand pricing and support models
  • Recognize productivity and collaboration tools

Exam Focus Areas

The MS-900 exam covers:

🔹 Cloud Concepts

  • Benefits of cloud services
  • Software as a Service (SaaS) model
  • Public, private, and hybrid cloud

🔹 Microsoft 365 Core Services

  • Microsoft Teams – Communication and collaboration
  • Exchange Online – Email and calendaring
  • SharePoint Online – Document management
  • OneDrive – Cloud storage
  • Microsoft 365 Apps – Word, Excel, PowerPoint

🔹 Security & Compliance

  • Microsoft Defender
  • Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)
  • Data loss prevention (DLP)
  • Compliance and governance tools

🔹 Pricing & Support

  • Licensing models
  • Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
  • Support options

Validity & Recertification

Certification Validity

Microsoft 365 Fundamentals certification does not expire (based on Microsoft’s current fundamentals-level certification policy).

Recommended Experience

There are no formal prerequisites. However, it is helpful to have:
  • Basic IT knowledge
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office products
  • General understanding of cloud services

Who Should Pursue Microsoft 365 Fundamentals?

  • Students and beginners in IT
  • Business users working with Microsoft 365
  • IT professionals supporting Microsoft environments
  • Sales and marketing professionals in cloud solutions
  • Career changers entering the tech industry

Career Benefits

  • Builds strong foundation in Microsoft 365 services
  • Enhances credibility in cloud productivity environments
  • Prepares you for advanced Microsoft 365 certifications (MS-102, SC-300, MD-102)
  • Opens pathways toward administrator and security roles