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Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)

12 hours 2 days

Last updated 25 Sep 2026

Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) is a 12-hour training course by IT Genius Institute. Microsoft Azure is widely used by Thai organizations, especially those already running Microsoft 365 and Windows. The Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals…

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Microsoft Azure is widely used by Thai organizations, especially those already running Microsoft 365 and Windows. The Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) credential is the best starting point for anyone who wants to understand the cloud and Azure. This course builds foundations from cloud concepts, Azure architecture and core services across compute, networking, storage and database, to identity and security with Microsoft Entra ID, cost management and governance, all with hands-on

practice on the Azure Portal. Content follows the real AZ-900 exam structure across all 3 domains (describe cloud concepts, describe Azure architecture and services, and describe Azure management and governance) with workshops and mock exam questions. It suits both people without an IT background and teams working with cloud systems. (2 days, 6 hours per day, 12 hours in total, Beginner level, no Azure background required. The real exam takes 45 minutes.)

Objectives

Understand cloud computing concepts, service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and deployment models
Describe cloud benefits such as high availability, scalability, elasticity and disaster recovery
Understand Azure architecture: regions, availability zones and the resource management hierarchy
Access and manage Azure via the Portal, CLI, PowerShell, Cloud Shell and Resource Manager
Choose core Azure services across compute, networking, storage and database
Understand identity and security with Microsoft Entra ID, RBAC, MFA and Zero Trust
Use cost management tools and governance features (Azure Policy, tags, locks)
Understand monitoring and reliability with Azure Monitor and Service Health
Prepare for the Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) certification exam

Who this course is for

People who want to start a cloud career and pass their first Azure certification
IT teams and system administrators in organizations using Microsoft 365 and Windows
Sales, procurement, finance and project teams working on Azure projects
Executives and team leads who want to understand the potential and cost of Azure
Students and career changers who want a market-recognized credential

Prerequisites

Basic computer and internet skills
No Azure, cloud or programming background required
An email account to sign up for Azure (a test / free account is recommended)
Suitable for those preparing for certification or understanding the cloud to work with technical teams

Curriculum

Course Details

A 2-day course, 6 hours per day (12 hours in total), delivered as lectures with hands-on labs on the Azure Portal and mock exams. Beginner level, no Azure background required. Learners take home a lab guide, an AZ-900 mock exam set with answers, and an exam-preparation checklist. Note: the institute is not a Microsoft certification issuer; the real exam must be booked and paid for with Microsoft via Pearson VUE directly.

Day 1: Cloud Concepts, Azure Architecture and Core Services

Section 1: Cloud Computing Concepts and Benefits

What cloud computing is and the shift from CAPEX to OPEX (consumption-based model)
Service models IaaS, PaaS, SaaS and deployment models: public, private and hybrid cloud
Cloud benefits: high availability, scalability, elasticity, reliability and disaster recovery
The shared responsibility model on Azure and the split between Microsoft and the customer

Section 2: Azure Architecture and Access

Azure regions, region pairs, availability zones and datacenters
The resource hierarchy: management groups, subscriptions, resource groups and resources
Access and management via Azure Portal, CLI, PowerShell, Cloud Shell and Azure Resource Manager (ARM)
Lab: create a resource group and deploy your first resource on the Azure Portal

Section 3: Compute Services

Azure Virtual Machines and VM Scale Sets for workloads that need OS control
PaaS compute with Azure App Service and serverless with Azure Functions
Containers on Azure: Azure Container Instances (ACI) and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Lab: create a virtual machine and deploy a web app with Azure App Service

Section 4: Networking on Azure

Azure Virtual Network (VNet), subnets and network security groups
Enterprise connectivity with VPN Gateway and ExpressRoute
Load distribution with Azure Load Balancer and Application Gateway, and DNS with Azure DNS
Designing secure, segmented network architectures

Day 2: Storage, Identity, Cost and Exam Preparation

Section 5: Storage and Databases

Azure Storage: blob, file, queue and table, and access tiers (hot, cool, archive)
Data durability with redundancy options (LRS, ZRS, GRS)
Databases on Azure: Azure SQL Database and Azure Cosmos DB
Lab: create a storage account, upload a blob and test access tiers

Section 6: Identity and Security

Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD): users, groups and authentication
Multi-factor authentication (MFA), conditional access and the Zero Trust model
Access control with role-based access control (RBAC) and Microsoft Defender for Cloud
Lab: create a user in Entra ID and assign permissions with RBAC

Section 7: Cost Management and Governance

Estimating and controlling cost with Azure Cost Management and the Pricing/TCO Calculator
Governance with Azure Policy, resource locks and tags
Monitoring and reliability with Azure Monitor, Service Health and Azure Advisor
Compliance concepts and an introduction to Microsoft Purview

Section 8: Service Review and Real Scenarios

Reviewing how to match Azure services to business problems
Reading scenario-style questions and choosing the correct service
Summarizing key terms and services that appear frequently on the exam
Workshop: analyze scenario questions and select the appropriate Azure services

Section 9: Exam Structure and Strategy

The AZ-900 exam structure and weightings (cloud concepts, architecture and services, management and governance)
Question formats and time management during the exam (45 minutes)
Booking the exam via Pearson VUE and how to prepare beforehand
Passing criteria and next-step certifications (AZ-104, AZ-305)

Section 10: Mock Exams and Wrap-up

Complete timed AZ-900 mock exams across all 3 domains
Review answers and analyze individual weak areas
Summarize a revision plan and further learning resources (Microsoft Learn)
Workshop: take a final mock exam and assess exam readiness

Frequently asked questions

Who is Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) for, and what background is needed?

Built for People who want to start a cloud career and pass their first Azure certification · IT teams and system administrators in organizations using Microsoft 365 and Windows · Sales, procurement, finance and project teams working on Azure projects Background you should have: Basic computer and internet skills · No Azure, cloud or programming background required Not sure the fit is right? Talk to our team on LINE @itgenius or call 02-570-8449.

How much does Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) cost and how long does it run?

THB 7,500 (currently THB 6,750 on promotion). The course runs 12 hours. The fee covers course materials, lunch and refreshments throughout. Pay by bank transfer to the company account, confirm it on our payment page, and we can issue the receipt or tax invoice in your company's name.

Do I get a certificate?

Yes. Everyone who completes the course receives a Certificate of Completion from IT Genius Institute. Each certificate carries its own number, and anyone holding that number can verify it online on our certificate page, so you can add it to your portfolio or pass it to HR as evidence of training.

Where does the training take place, and is there an online option?

You can attend onsite at IT Genius Institute or arrange to join online, and we also run it as a private in-house session for your team. Ask about dates and venues on LINE @itgenius or call 02-570-8449.

What if I fall behind or miss a session — can I retake it?

Yes. You may retake the same course free of charge in a later round, under the institute's conditions. Tell our team which course and round you attended, and we will check it and offer you the rounds that still have seats. Ask us on LINE @itgenius or call 02-570-8449.

How do I enrol, or request a quotation for my company?

Enrol online with the registration form on this page. You can register several attendees at once and enter your tax ID and billing address for the tax invoice. Or request a company quotation straight from the quote button. For anything else call 02-570-8449 or reach us on LINE @itgenius.