About Professional Certification 'Microsoft Cloud Support Associate' course
**Learners who complete this program will receive a 50% discount voucher to take the AZ-900 Certification Exam.**
Organizations are actively investing in cloud technology, recognizing its potential to drive innovation, disrupt markets, and improve customer retention, ultimately providing a competitive edge in the industry.1 Prepare for a new career in this high-demand field with professional training from Microsoft — an industry-recognized leader in cloud computing technology.
Cloud computing has emerged as one of the most lucrative and sought-after career paths in the IT industry. It is predicted that by 2028, cloud computing will shift from being a technology disruptor to becoming a necessary component for maintaining business competitiveness.2
Through a mix of videos, assessments, and hands-on activities, you’ll develop a strong foundation in IT and cloud support fundamentals. You will gain experience in cloud-born applications using Azure's services and infrastructure to master the art of managing cloud technologies. As an IT professional, you will also explore non-cloud-born applications in the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, learning how to make modifications and fully utilize cloud-native features.
When you graduate, you’ll have tangible examples to talk about in job interviews, and you’ll also be prepared to take the Exam AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals.
1 Gartner Says Cloud Will Become a Business Necessity by 2028. (2023, November 29).
Applied learning project
In each course, you’ll be able to consolidate what you have learned by completing a project that simulates real-world IT and Cloud scenarios. You’ll also complete a final capstone project where you’ll work through the process of solving a fictional cloud-related business problem.
**The project will include practicing:**
- A real-world scenario focused on configuring a comprehensive backup and disaster recovery plan for a simulated Azure environment.
- A real-world capstone project that enables you to demonstrate your cloud support associate skills.
**Based on this information you will:**
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- Implement effective backup strategies for both files and folders, as well as virtual machines in Azure.
- Configure and manage automatic updates for virtual machines.
- Implement and enforce compliance policies in the Azure cloud environment.
- Monitor Azure environment and resources for compliance.
- Develop comprehensive backup and disaster recovery plans using Azure services, including Azure Site Recovery.