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Microsoft Licensing Fundamentals for IT Administrators

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What does the Microsoft Licensing Fundamentals for IT Administrators course cover?

Microsoft Licensing Fundamentals for IT Administrators is covered here in 10 modules: Introduction to Microsoft Licensing: History of Microsoft Licensing, Microsoft Licensing Models, Microsoft Licensing Options and 7 more. The outline lists 33 specific topics, opening with Overview of Microsoft Licensing and closing with Lessons learned from Microsoft Licensing implementations.

How do you approach Microsoft Licensing Fundamentals for IT Administrators step by step?

The work is sequenced in 10 stages. It starts with Introduction to Microsoft Licensing: History of Microsoft Licensing, moves through Microsoft Licensing Models and Microsoft Licensing Options, and ends at Microsoft Licensing Case Studies: Real-world examples of Microsoft Licensing. Each stage carries its own topic list, so the sequence is followed rather than summarised.

What is in Module 1 of the Microsoft Licensing Fundamentals for IT Administrators course?

Module 1 is Introduction to Microsoft Licensing: History of Microsoft Licensing. It works through Overview of Microsoft Licensing, History of Microsoft Licensing, Importance of Microsoft Licensing for IT Administrators and 1 more. It sets the vocabulary the remaining 9 modules build on.

How is the Microsoft Licensing Fundamentals for IT Administrators course delivered?

The Microsoft Licensing Fundamentals for IT Administrators course is fully self-paced with immediate online access after enrolment. Access does not expire and future updates are included at no cost. It can be taken on any device, and a certificate of completion is issued by The Art of Service when you finish.

How much does the Microsoft Licensing Fundamentals for IT Administrators course cost?

The Microsoft Licensing Fundamentals for IT Administrators course is $199 as a one time payment. There is no subscription, no per seat licence and no hidden fee. Enrolment carries a 30 day satisfied or refunded guarantee, so it can be assessed in full before you commit.

Closely related courses: Microsoft Licensing Toolkit, Microsoft Licensing for Enterprise Success, Microsoft Licensing Compliance and Optimization, Microsoft Licensing.

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Microsoft Licensing Fundamentals for IT Administrators Course Curriculum



Course Overview

This comprehensive course is designed for IT Administrators to understand the fundamentals of Microsoft Licensing. Upon completion, participants will receive a Certificate issued by The Art of Service.



Course Objectives

  • Understand the Microsoft Licensing models and options
  • Learn how to navigate the Microsoft Licensing landscape
  • Understand the different types of Microsoft Licenses and their uses
  • Learn how to manage and optimize Microsoft Licensing costs
  • Understand the compliance requirements for Microsoft Licensing


Course Outline

Module 1. Introduction to Microsoft Licensing: History of Microsoft Licensing

  • Overview of Microsoft Licensing
  • History of Microsoft Licensing
  • Importance of Microsoft Licensing for IT Administrators
  • Common Microsoft Licensing challenges

Module 2: Microsoft Licensing Models

  • Perpetual Licensing
  • Subscription-based Licensing
  • Cloud Licensing
  • Hybrid Licensing

Module 3: Microsoft Licensing Options

  • Volume Licensing
  • Open Licensing
  • Enterprise Agreement
  • Microsoft Products and Services Agreement (MPSA)

Module 4. Understanding Microsoft Licensing Terminology: Understanding License agreements

  • License terminology
  • Key concepts: License, Activation, and Entitlement
  • Understanding License agreements

Module 5. Microsoft Licensing for On-Premises Deployments: Licensing for SQL Server

  • Licensing for Windows Server
  • Licensing for SQL Server
  • Licensing for Office and other Microsoft products

Module 6. Microsoft Licensing for Cloud Deployments: Licensing for Azure, Licensing for Dynamics 365

  • Licensing for Azure
  • Licensing for Microsoft 365
  • Licensing for Dynamics 365

Module 7. Microsoft Licensing for Hybrid Deployments: Licensing for hybrid scenarios

  • Licensing for hybrid environments
  • Understanding Azure Hybrid Benefit
  • Licensing for hybrid scenarios

Module 8. Managing and Optimizing Microsoft Licensing Costs: Optimizing License costs

  • Understanding License costs
  • Optimizing License costs
  • Best practices for License management

Module 9. Compliance and Auditing for Microsoft Licensing: Understanding compliance requirements

  • Understanding compliance requirements
  • Auditing and reporting for Microsoft Licensing
  • Tools for License compliance and auditing

Module 10. Microsoft Licensing Case Studies: Real-world examples of Microsoft Licensing

  • Real-world examples of Microsoft Licensing
  • Case studies of successful License management
  • Lessons learned from Microsoft Licensing implementations


Course Features

  • Interactive and engaging content
  • Comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of Microsoft Licensing
  • Personalized learning experience with flexible pacing
  • Practical and real-world applications of Microsoft Licensing concepts
  • High-quality content developed by expert instructors
  • Certificate upon completion issued by The Art of Service
  • Lifetime access to course materials
  • Mobile-accessible and user-friendly design
  • Community-driven discussion forums
  • Actionable insights and hands-on projects
  • Bite-sized lessons for easy learning
  • Gamification and progress tracking


Who Should Take This Course

  • IT Administrators
  • IT Managers
  • Procurement professionals
  • Anyone responsible for managing Microsoft Licensing
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