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Microsoft 365 for IT Professionals

Master Microsoft 365 administration with a focus on Entra ID, Exchange Online, and PowerShell automation for IT professionals.

68 lessons0 free lessons9 hr 00 min video
Microsoft 365 for IT Professionals
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Course Overview

This hands-on course is tailored for IT professionals eager to master Microsoft 365 administration. You'll delve into essential skills such as managing Exchange Online, leveraging Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD), and employing PowerShell for automation. Begin with foundational lessons and quickly progress to more advanced topics. At the core, you'll focus on user and license management, complex mail flow scenarios, and implementing robust security practices. Real-world tasks and admin center walkthroughs ensure you gain practical experience, enabling you to apply these skills immediately in your professional environment.

Modules Included

From understanding M365 architecture to setting up retention policies and email flow rules, this course offers a comprehensive curriculum to equip you in your IT role. You'll explore security measures, mobile device management, and learn how to automate admin tasks using PowerShell to enhance efficiency.

What You’ll Learn

  • Understand M365 architecture, roles, and responsibilities
  • Navigate and customize the Microsoft 365 Admin Center
  • Manage users, security groups, and roles in Microsoft Entra ID
  • Assign and manage Microsoft 365 licenses and subscriptions
  • Configure Exchange Online mailboxes and distribution groups
  • Implement anti-spam and compliance policies
  • Automate management tasks with PowerShell

Skills Covered

  • Microsoft 365 Administration
  • Exchange Online Management
  • PowerShell Automation
  • User and License Management
  • Security Policy Implementation

How This Course Helps You on the Job

  • Transition to M365 Admin roles
  • Enhance cloud administration skills
  • Increase job readiness for Microsoft 365-related positions
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Course Curriculum

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0 of 68 lessons free
Module 1: Getting Started with Microsoft 365: The Essentials3 lessons · 0 free
  1. M365: Introduction to Microsoft 365 AdministrationPremium lesson — member login required
  2. M365: Understanding Roles and Responsibilities of a Microsoft 365 AdministratorPremium lesson — member login required
  3. M365: Exploring Microsoft 365 Business RequirementsPremium lesson — member login required
Module 2: Unlocking the Power of the Admin Center2 lessons · 0 free
  1. M365: Customizing the Admin Center DashboardPremium lesson — member login required
  2. M365: Understanding Subscription Plans and Billing OptionsPremium lesson — member login required
Module 3: Entra ID Unlocked: Managing Users & Permissions3 lessons · 0 free
  1. M365: Managing User Accounts in Microsoft Entra IDPremium lesson — member login required
  2. M365: Creating and Managing Security Groups in Microsoft Entra IDPremium lesson — member login required
  3. M365: Assigning and Managing Administrative RolesPremium lesson — member login required
Module 4: Microsoft 365 Subscriptions: Smarter Choices for Admins2 lessons · 0 free
  1. M365: Exploring Microsoft 365 Licenses: Types and FeaturesPremium lesson — member login required
  2. M365: Assigning Licenses to UsersPremium lesson — member login required
Module 5: Exchange Online Basics: Admin Center & Mailboxes3 lessons · 0 free
  1. M365:Introduction to Exchange OnlinePremium lesson — member login required
  2. M365: Introduction to Exchange Admin CenterPremium lesson — member login required
  3. M365: How to Enable a User Mailbox in Microsoft Exchange by Assigning a LicensePremium lesson — member login required
Module 6: Mailbox Mastery: Managing Users & Groups in Exchange Online6 lessons · 0 free
  1. M365: Creating and Managing User MailboxesPremium lesson — member login required
  2. M365: Managing Shared MailboxesPremium lesson — member login required
  3. M365: Advanced Mailbox Permissions: Full Access, Send As, Send on BehalfPremium lesson — member login required
  4. M365: Set Up and Manage Distribution Groups in Exchange OnlinePremium lesson — member login required
  5. M365: Dynamic Distribution Groups in Exchange OnlinePremium lesson — member login required
  6. M365: Microsoft Exchange Online – Manage Mailbox OptionsPremium lesson — member login required
Module 7: Email Flow Secrets: Rules, Traces & Forwarding6 lessons · 0 free
  1. M365: Configuring Email Forwarding and AliasesPremium lesson — member login required
  2. M365: Setting Up Email Flow RulesPremium lesson — member login required
  3. M365: Troubleshooting Common Email Flow IssuesPremium lesson — member login required
  4. M365: Understanding and Implementing Message Trace in EACPremium lesson — member login required
  5. M365: Microsoft Exchange Online – Manage Mobile Device PolicyPremium lesson — member login required
  6. M365: Microsoft Exchange Online – Mobile Device Mailbox PolicyPremium lesson — member login required
Module 8: Defending Exchange Online: Policies, DLP & Threat Protection13 lessons · 0 free
  1. M365: Setting Up Email Retention Policies and Compliance in ExchangePremium lesson — member login required
  2. M365: Configuring Anti-Spam Policies in Exchange OnlinePremium lesson — member login required
  3. M365: Anti-Phishing Policies in Exchange OnlinePremium lesson — member login required
  4. M365: User Roles and Permissions in Exchange OnlinePremium lesson — member login required
  5. M365: Monitoring and Analyzing Email Traffic with Exchange ReportsPremium lesson — member login required
  6. M365: Exchange Online Protection (EOP) – Filtering and Security Best PracticesPremium lesson — member login required
  7. M365: EOP – Preset Security Policies and Configuration AnalyzerPremium lesson — member login required
  8. M365: EOP – Safe Attachments and Safe LinksPremium lesson — member login required
  9. M365: EOP – Tenant Allow/Block ListsPremium lesson — member login required
  10. M365: EOP – Advanced DeliveryPremium lesson — member login required
  11. M365: Microsoft Exchange Online Quarantine PolicyPremium lesson — member login required
  12. M365: Microsoft Exchange Online – Manage Activity AlertPremium lesson — member login required
  13. M365: Microsoft Exchange Online – Outlook Web App PoliciesPremium lesson — member login required
Module 9: PowerShell for Exchange Admins: Essential Skills9 lessons · 0 free
  1. M365: Set Up PowerShell to Manage Exchange Online ServicesPremium lesson — member login required
  2. M365: Configuring Email Forwarding and Aliases Using PowerShellPremium lesson — member login required
  3. M365: Managing Shared Mailboxes Using PowerShellPremium lesson — member login required
  4. M365: Setting Up Email Flow Rules Using PowerShellPremium lesson — member login required
  5. M365: Set Inbox Rules via PowerShell in Exchange OnlinePremium lesson — member login required
  6. M365: Redirect Email Temporarily During Leave or Absence Using PowerShellPremium lesson — member login required
  7. M365: Set Automatic Replies (Out of Office) via PowerShellPremium lesson — member login required
  8. M365: Configure Regional Settings Time Zone and Language Using PowerShellPremium lesson — member login required
  9. M365: Manage Mailbox Options Using PowerShellPremium lesson — member login required
Module 10: PowerShell Deep Dive: Mailbox & Recipient Administration6 lessons · 0 free
  1. M365: Advanced Mailbox Permissions: Full Access, Send As, Send on Behalf Using PowerShellPremium lesson — member login required
  2. M365: Enable or Disable Archive Mailbox Using PowerShellPremium lesson — member login required
  3. M365: Enable Litigation Hold on a Mailbox Using PowerShellPremium lesson — member login required
  4. M365: Apply Custom Retention Policy to a Mailbox Using PowerShellPremium lesson — member login required
  5. M365: Microsoft Exchange Online Manage Mobile Device Policy Using PowerShellPremium lesson — member login required
  6. M365: Microsoft Exchange Online Mobile Device Mailbox Policy Using PowerShellPremium lesson — member login required
Module 11: PowerShell for Groups: Managing Exchange Online Teams3 lessons · 0 free
  1. M365: Set Up and Manage Distribution Groups in Exchange Online Using PowerShellPremium lesson — member login required
  2. M365: Dynamic Distribution Groups in Exchange Online Using PowerShellPremium lesson — member login required
  3. M365: User Roles and Permissions in Exchange Online Using PowerShellPremium lesson — member login required
Module 12: Compliance & Security Automation in Exchange Online8 lessons · 0 free
  1. M365: Configuring Anti-Spam in Exchange Online Using PowerShellPremium lesson — member login required
  2. M365: Configuring Anti-Phishing Policies in Exchange Online Using PowerShellPremium lesson — member login required
  3. M365: Exchange Online Protection (EOP) – Configure Anti-Malware Policy Using PowerShellPremium lesson — member login required
  4. M365: Configure Connection Filter Policy (IP Allow/Block) Using PowerShellPremium lesson — member login required
  5. M365: Exchange Online Protection (EOP) – Safe Attachments Using PowerShellPremium lesson — member login required
  6. M365: Exchange Online Protection (EOP) – Safe Links Using PowerShellPremium lesson — member login required
  7. M365: Microsoft Exchange Online Quarantine Policy Using PowerShellPremium lesson — member login required
  8. M365: Restrict Attachment Types for Inbound Emails Using PowerShellPremium lesson — member login required
Module 13: PowerShell Monitoring: Alerts & Policies in Exchange Online4 lessons · 0 free
  1. M365: Microsoft Exchange Online Manage Activity Alert Using PowerShellPremium lesson — member login required
  2. M365: Microsoft Exchange Online Outlook Web App Policies Using PowerShellPremium lesson — member login required
  3. M365: Create Transport Rules for Specific Mailboxes Using PowerShell on Exchange OnlinePremium lesson — member login required
  4. M365: Disable Calendar Sharing or External Access on Exchange Online Using PowerShellPremium lesson — member login required

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should take this course?

This course is ideal for beginner to intermediate IT professionals, system administrators, and anyone looking to manage Microsoft 365 environments.

What skills will I gain?

You'll learn about Microsoft 365 architecture, user management, and security policies, and gain practical PowerShell automation skills.