Certification Overview
To earn the Dynamics 365 Finance Functional Consultant Associate certification, candidates must pass one required exam.
📌 Important
- Microsoft lists this as a single-exam certification path.
- There are no mandatory prerequisite exams or certifications required for this certification.
- However, Microsoft recommends experience with financial processes, accounting systems, and Dynamics 365 Finance configuration.
Track Details & Exam Requirements
🔹 Associate Exam (Required)
MB-310: Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance Functional Consultant
This exam measures the ability to configure and implement financial management solutions using Dynamics 365 Finance.
Exam Details
- Exam Code: MB-310
- Exam Name: Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance Functional Consultant
- Exam Duration: ~120 minutes
- Passing Score: 700 / 1000
- Exam Type: Microsoft role-based certification exam
- Delivery: Pearson VUE (online proctoring or test center)
- Languages: Multiple languages supported by Microsoft
- Certification Level: Associate
What This Certification Validates
With the Dynamics 365 Finance Functional Consultant Associate certification, you demonstrate the ability to:
- Configure financial management modules in Dynamics 365 Finance
- Implement general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
- Manage financial reporting and budgeting processes
- Configure cash and bank management solutions
- Implement financial compliance and regulatory reporting
- Support enterprise financial operations within an ERP environment
These skills help organizations manage financial operations efficiently using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance.
Exam Skills Measured
The MB-310 exam evaluates several major financial management domains.
1. Configure Financial Management (25–30%)
Candidates must understand how to:
- Configure general ledger settings
- Manage chart of accounts and financial dimensions
- Implement fiscal calendars and accounting periods
- Configure financial policies and compliance rules
2. Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable (25–30%)
Candidates should be able to:
- Configure vendor and customer accounts
- Manage invoicing and payment processes
- Configure credit and collections management
- Implement payment methods and settlements
3. Implement Cash and Bank Management (20–25%)
This domain focuses on:
- Managing bank accounts and transactions
- Performing bank reconciliations
- Implementing cash flow forecasting
- Configuring electronic payments
4. Configure Budgeting and Financial Reporting (20–25%)
Candidates must understand how to:
- Configure budgeting and financial planning
- Generate financial statements and reports
- Implement regulatory and compliance reporting
- Monitor financial performance using analytics
Validity & Recertification
Microsoft role-based certifications expire annually.
To renew certification:
- Complete a free renewal assessment on Microsoft Learn before the certification expiration date.
Recommended Experience
Although there are no formal prerequisites, Microsoft recommends candidates have:
- Experience with financial accounting and ERP systems
- Knowledge of financial management processes
- Familiarity with Dynamics 365 Finance configuration
- Experience implementing financial reporting and compliance solutions
This certification is considered an associate-level ERP financial management certification.
Who Should Pursue This Certification?
This certification is ideal for professionals such as:
- Dynamics 365 Finance Functional Consultants
- ERP Finance Implementation Specialists
- Financial Systems Analysts
- Business Application Consultants
- Finance professionals implementing ERP systems
Career Benefits
- Demonstrates expertise in Dynamics 365 Finance implementation
- Validates skills in financial management and ERP configuration
- Supports careers in ERP consulting and financial systems management
- Recognized Microsoft certification for Dynamics 365 finance specialists
- Shows employers you can implement enterprise financial management solutions
Summary
The Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Finance Functional Consultant Associate certification validates a candidate’s ability to configure and implement financial management solutions using Dynamics 365 Finance.
Key points
- Requires one exam: MB-310
- No prerequisite certification required
- Focuses on financial management, accounting processes, and ERP configuration
- Associate-level Microsoft Dynamics ERP certification.
