Microsoft 365 Fundamentals

Learn core productivity and collaboration tools with Microsoft 365 Fundamentals. Understand cloud concepts, security basics, and Microsoft 365 services. Prepare for certification success.

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Microsoft 365 Fundamentals introduces core Microsoft 365 services and cloud concepts. It covers productivity and collaboration capabilities plus security, compliance, privacy, and support considerations in Microsoft 365. It is ideal for beginners, business users, and anyone new to Microsoft 365.

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Microsoft 365 Fundamentals Course Overview and Modules

Want to understand Microsoft 365 clearly instead of hearing features without context? If cloud productivity tools feel confusing, this course explains what matters and why. A clear fundamentals course can help you:

Understand core Microsoft 365 services for productivity and collaboration
Learn basic cloud concepts that support Microsoft 365 adoption
Recognise security, compliance, and privacy concepts at a high level
Understand support options and common deployment considerations
Build confidence for the Microsoft 365 Fundamentals exam with structured prep

Prerequisites

No technical background is required, but basic familiarity with workplace IT tools is helpful. This course is designed for beginners who want to understand Microsoft 365 clearly.

Certification Alignment

Aligned with the latest Microsoft 365 Fundamentals exam objectives (MS-900), covering cloud concepts, Microsoft 365 services, security, compliance, privacy, and support.

Practical Application

Includes real world productivity and collaboration scenarios, service comparisons, security and compliance examples, and guided demonstrations of core Microsoft 365 capabilities.

Skills You Will Gain

Understand Microsoft 365 services and value, explain cloud productivity concepts, recognise key security and compliance ideas, and communicate service options confidently to stakeholders.

What you will learn in Microsoft 365 Fundamentals Certification

A carefully structured overview of the core concepts, technical domains, and practical competencies you will master to build confidence and certification readiness.

Explain Microsoft 365 Services and Value

Describe how Microsoft 365 supports productivity, collaboration, and modern work in organisations.

Choose the Right Collaboration Tool for a Need

Identify which Microsoft 365 apps fit communication, file sharing, and teamwork scenarios.

Understand Security and Identity Basics in Microsoft 365

Recognise how identities and security features help protect access and organisational data.

Describe Compliance and Privacy Capabilities

Understand how Microsoft 365 supports compliance, data protection, and privacy requirements.

Understand Cloud Concepts and Subscription Models

Explain cloud fundamentals and how subscription services are delivered and supported.

Build Confidence for Further Microsoft Credentials

Gain a strong foundation that supports progression into administrator, security, or data focused paths.

Microsoft 365 Fundamentals Course Statistics

Everything you need to know about this certification, including exam details, delivery modes, duration, and pricing.

Certification

Microsoft 365 Fundamentals

Exam Code

MS-900

Starting from

£495

Not sure which format works best for you? Contact us for free advice and we’ll help design a tailored training plan to match your goals. Whether you need flexible course duration, online or on-site delivery, or a customised schedule, our advisors will guide you every step of the way.

Who This Course Is For

Microsoft 365 Fundamentals is designed for beginners who want to understand Microsoft 365 services, including business users, IT newcomers, and decision makers evaluating cloud productivity tools. It is ideal for anyone supporting modern workplace adoption who wants a clear view of Microsoft 365 collaboration, security, compliance, and subscription concepts without needing a technical background. It helps you understand Microsoft 365 capabilities and licensing so you can support adoption and recommend the right options.

Certification & Exam Information

Certification

Microsoft Certified: Microsoft 365 Fundamentals

Exam

Exam code: MS-900
Level: Beginner
Delivery: Proctored exam (online or at an authorised test centre, depending on availability)
Schedule with: Pearson VUE (standard)
Scoring: Scaled score on a 1 to 1,000 scale; passing score is typically 700 or greater
Validity: Does not expire

Official Preparation Resources

Microsoft Learn official study resources and practice assessment
Exam skills outline and sample questions (where available)

Notes

This exam is scheduled to retire on 31 March 2026. If you are starting now, check Microsoft Learn for the recommended replacement for Microsoft 365 fundamentals-level learning.

Microsoft 365 Fundamentals Careers & Salaries in the UK

Service Desk Analyst (£28,000 avg)

IT Support Technician (£29,000 avg)

Microsoft 365 Support Analyst (£32,000 avg)

Project Coordinator (£30,000 avg)

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Frequently Asked Questions – Microsoft 365 Fundamentals

We understand that choosing the right course is important. Below are answers to common questions about training, certification, exams, and career outcomes.

What is Microsoft 365 Fundamentals and what does it cover?

Microsoft 365 Fundamentals covers practical skills across areas such as Microsoft 365 services, collaboration tools, cloud concepts. It helps you understand how Microsoft solutions are applied in real organisations and mapped to job roles.

Who should take Microsoft 365 Fundamentals in the UK?

It is ideal for beginners, career changers, and non-technical stakeholders who need clear fundamentals for Microsoft platforms in the UK. It is also useful for professionals who need a recognised credential for career progression or a role change into the Microsoft ecosystem.

Are there prerequisites for Microsoft 365 Fundamentals?

Most Microsoft exams do not have formal prerequisites, but they assume role-relevant knowledge. For associate and expert levels, hands-on experience with the services improves speed and confidence in scenario questions.

What skills are measured in Microsoft 365 Fundamentals?

It measures your ability to work with Microsoft 365 services, collaboration tools, cloud concepts, security and compliance basics, licensing. The official Microsoft Learn skills outline shows the latest domains and what is emphasised in the current exam.

Do I need an Azure or Microsoft 365 subscription to prepare?

You can learn the concepts without a subscription, but hands-on practice makes the material stick. Using guided labs helps you understand configuration, governance, and troubleshooting in realistic scenarios.

Can I take Microsoft 365 Fundamentals online or at a test centre in the UK?

Yes. Microsoft exams are delivered through Pearson VUE, either online with remote proctoring or at a test centre, and you schedule through your Microsoft Learn certification profile. Online testing requires a compatible system and a private space, while test centres are a good option if you prefer an in-person setup.

What is the passing score for Microsoft 365 Fundamentals?

Microsoft exams use a scaled score. Many exams are reported on a 1 to 1,000 scale and you typically need 700 or above to pass, with results shown after completion.

How much does Microsoft 365 Fundamentals cost in the UK?

Microsoft sets exam pricing by region, and the current UK price is shown when you schedule. Course fees, labs, and practice tests are separate and depend on your training format.

What happens if I fail Microsoft 365 Fundamentals, can I retake it?

Yes. Microsoft retake rules usually include a short wait after the first failed attempt and longer waits between additional retakes, with attempt limits per year. Always check the current policy before you rebook.

What should I do after Microsoft 365 Fundamentals?

Common next steps include Microsoft 365 Administrator Expert or role-based Microsoft security certifications. If you are unsure, choose the route that matches your target job such as admin, developer, security, data, or AI.

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