Certification Overview

To earn the Microsoft 365 Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate certification, candidates must pass one required exam.

📌 Important: There are no mandatory prerequisite certifications required before taking the exam. However, Microsoft recommends that candidates have experience with Microsoft 365 services, device management, and endpoint security concepts.

Track Details & Exam Requirements

🔹 Core Exam (Required)

MD-102: Endpoint Administrator

This exam validates your ability to manage and secure endpoints using Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Intune.

Exam Focus Areas

• Deploy and configure Windows client devices
• Manage device enrollment and configuration
•  Implement endpoint security policies
•  Manage applications on endpoint devices
•  Monitor and troubleshoot endpoint environments

Exam Details

• Exam Code: MD-102
• Exam Duration: ~120 minutes
• Exam Type: Multiple-choice, case studies, and scenario-based questions
• Passing Score: ~700 / 1000 (scaled score)
• Delivery: Online proctored exam or authorized test center

What This Certification Validates

With the Endpoint Administrator Associate certification, you demonstrate the ability to:

• Deploy and configure Windows client operating systems
• Manage device enrollment using Microsoft Intune
• Implement device configuration profiles and compliance policies
• Deploy and manage applications across enterprise devices
• Manage device security and threat protection
• Monitor and troubleshoot endpoint issues
• Ensure compliance and security across corporate endpoints

These skills help organizations secure and manage modern workplace devices across multiple platforms.

Exam Skills Measured

The MD-102 exam evaluates several key skill domains.

1. Deploy Windows Client Devices (≈25–30%)

Candidates must understand how to:

• Deploy Windows operating systems
• Configure Windows Autopilot deployment
• Manage device provisioning and updates

2. Manage Identity and Compliance (≈15–20%)

Candidates should be able to:

• Configure identity integration with Microsoft Entra ID
• Implement compliance policies for devices
• Manage conditional access policies

3. Manage, Maintain, and Protect Devices (≈20–25%)

This domain focuses on:

• Implementing device security configurations
• Managing update policies and endpoint protection
• Monitoring device health and performance

4. Manage Applications (≈15–20%)

Candidates must understand how to:

• Deploy and manage applications across devices
• Configure application protection policies
• Manage application updates and lifecycle

5. Manage Devices Using Microsoft Intune (≈20–25%)

This domain includes:

• Enrolling devices into Microsoft Intune
• Configuring device management policies
• Managing mobile device management (MDM) and mobile application management (MAM)

Validity & Recertification

Microsoft role-based certifications are typically valid for one year. To maintain certification, professionals must complete a free online renewal assessment through Microsoft Learn before the certification expires.

Recommended Experience

There are no formal prerequisites required before taking the MD-102 exam. However, Microsoft recommends candidates have:

• Experience managing Windows devices in enterprise environments
• Knowledge of Microsoft Intune and endpoint management tools
• Familiarity with Microsoft Entra ID and security policies
• Experience with device configuration, updates, and application deployment

This certification is generally considered an associate-level certification.

Who Should Pursue This Certification?

This certification is ideal for professionals such as:

• Endpoint Administrators
• IT Support Engineers
• Desktop Administrators
• Systems Administrators
• Microsoft 365 Administrators managing devices

Career Benefits

• Demonstrates expertise in managing enterprise endpoint devices
• Validates skills in Microsoft Intune and endpoint security management
• Improves career opportunities in modern workplace device management
• Recognized globally within the Microsoft ecosystem
• Helps organizations implement secure device management strategies

Summary

The Microsoft 365 Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate certification validates a candidate’s ability to deploy, configure, manage, and secure enterprise endpoint devices using Microsoft 365 and Intune.

Key points:

• Requires one exam: MD-102
• No prerequisite certification required
• Focuses on endpoint deployment, device management, application deployment, and security

This certification is designed for IT professionals responsible for managing enterprise devices in modern workplace environments