Microsoft Certification

Microsoft Azure Fundamentals training: your ideal first step into cloud and Azure

Practical in-company training that prepares you and your team for the official Microsoft AZ-900 exam. Learn the fundamentals of cloud computing and core Azure services — no technical background required.

2 days
Max. 12 participants
Online or on-site
Beginner — no prior knowledge needed
★★★★★Rated 4.9 out of 5 · over 15 years of Microsoft training experience
Microsoft Azure Fundamentals AZ-900 training at Mellaart Trainingen

Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900): the entry-level certification for anyone starting with Azure and cloud. After this training you will be fully prepared for the official Microsoft exam.

Why learning Azure pays off

Microsoft Azure by the numbers

Azure is Microsoft's cloud platform and a global market leader. An AZ-900 certification opens doors — for individuals and organisations alike.

94%
of the Fortune 500 trusts Microsoft Azure
200+
Azure services and cloud products available
60+
data centre regions in more than 140 countries
31%
higher chance of career advancement with Azure certification
The programme

What you will learn in the AZ-900 training

A two-day training with a strong balance of theory and hands-on exercises, fully aligned with the Microsoft Azure Fundamentals exam domains. You will work with the Azure Portal and leave ready to take the AZ-900 exam.

1

Cloud Concepts

Understand the fundamentals of cloud computing and why organisations are moving to the cloud.

  • What is cloud computing and what are its benefits?
  • Service models: IaaS, PaaS and SaaS compared
  • Deployment models: public, private and hybrid cloud
  • The consumption-based model: pay as you go
2

Azure Architecture & Core Services

Get to know the structure of Azure and its most widely used cloud services.

  • Regions, availability zones and datacentre infrastructure
  • Compute: Virtual Machines, App Service, containers and serverless (Functions)
  • Storage: Blob, Files, Queue and Table Storage
  • Networking: Virtual Network, VPN Gateway, ExpressRoute and Azure DNS
  • Databases: Azure SQL Database, Cosmos DB and managed database services
3

Security, Identity & Management

Discover how Azure handles identity, access, security and compliance.

  • Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory)
  • Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and policies
  • Microsoft Defender for Cloud and security features
  • Azure Policy, management groups and resource locks
  • Privacy, compliance and the Microsoft Trust Centre
4

Cost, Governance & Exam Prep

Understand how Azure pricing works and practise for the AZ-900 exam.

  • Azure Pricing Calculator and Total Cost of Ownership
  • Azure Cost Management & Billing: monitor and optimise costs
  • Understanding SLAs and service guarantees
  • Azure Monitor, Service Health and Azure Advisor
  • AZ-900 practice exam with debrief on common mistakes
Your benefits

Why choose this AZ-900 training?

Not an off-the-shelf course, but training that fits your team and your organisation.

Ready for the AZ-900 exam

After two days of training you will be fully prepared for the official Microsoft Azure Fundamentals exam. Includes practice questions and exam strategy.

No prior knowledge required

The AZ-900 is the ideal entry point for everyone — including non-IT professionals. The training starts from scratch and builds step by step towards exam-ready level.

Current Microsoft expertise

Over 15 years of Microsoft training experience. Always up to date with the latest Azure services and exam content.

For whom

Is the AZ-900 training right for you?

The AZ-900 is the ideal first step for anyone who wants to work with cloud and Azure — whether you have an IT background or not.

IT professionals & system administrators

Transition to the cloud with a solid Azure foundation. The AZ-900 gives you the knowledge to make the right decisions in cloud migrations and unlocks the path to advanced Azure certifications (AZ-104, AZ-305).

Developers & software engineers

Understand the Azure platform you build on. Learn which services are available for compute, databases, networking and security, and how to optimise costs.

Managers & decision makers

Make well-informed cloud decisions. Understand the business value of Azure, its cost structure, and the security and compliance options available to your organisation.

Starters & career changers

Take your first step into the cloud world. The AZ-900 is the most widely recognised entry-level cloud certification and a strong foundation for further Azure specialisation.

Practical information

Everything you need to know

Approach

The training combines clear theory with hands-on exercises in the Azure Portal. We cover all AZ-900 exam domains in an accessible way and provide concrete exam tips. Every topic is linked to practical, real-world scenarios.

Prerequisites

No technical background required. Basic computer literacy and internet knowledge are sufficient. The training is accessible to both IT professionals and business professionals. We align the level with your group during a brief intake call.

Exam and certification

The official Microsoft AZ-900 exam is taken at an authorised Pearson VUE test centre or online from home. An exam voucher is not included in the training price by default but can be added separately. We are happy to advise you on the scheduling process and associated costs.

Materials & aftercare

Each participant receives a comprehensive summary per exam domain, an overview of Azure services and AZ-900 practice questions. After the training, you are always welcome to get in touch with any questions as you prepare for the exam.

Customisation & combinations

Would you like to combine the AZ-900 with an introduction to Microsoft 365, Azure DevOps or a specific Azure service? Or a follow-up course towards AZ-104 (Azure Administrator)? We are happy to put together a tailored programme.

Our approach

From enquiry to certification

Every AZ-900 training is carefully prepared and tailored to your team and organisation.

1

Introduction call

A brief, no-obligation conversation to discuss your needs, target audience, knowledge level and timeline.

2

Tailored programme

We design a programme with practical examples aligned to your sector and organisation.

3

Training delivery

Two interactive days with hands-on Azure Portal exercises and exam preparation. Online or on-site.

4

Exam & aftercare

Support with scheduling the AZ-900 exam and the option for follow-up sessions after the training.

Participant experiences

What our participants say

★★★★★

"A highly educational training delivered with great enthusiasm. Interactive, room for our own cases and plenty of practical tips I could apply straight away. I passed the AZ-900 exam with ease afterwards."

Participant
AZ-900 training · IT professional · Finance
★★★★★

"I am not an IT person but wanted to understand what cloud means for our organisation. After this training I really understand Azure. The trainer explained complex topics clearly without jargon."

Participant
AZ-900 training · Project Manager · Government
★★★★★

"Two intensive but excellent days. The knowledge levels in the group varied widely, but the trainer handled this perfectly. The practice exam on day two was exactly what I needed for the real thing."

Participant
AZ-900 training · Developer · Retail
Frequently asked questions

Everything about the Microsoft Azure Fundamentals training

The training is suitable for anyone who wants to get started with Microsoft Azure: IT professionals, system administrators, developers, project managers and business professionals. Also ideal for non-IT professionals who want to understand cloud computing. No technical background required.

No. The AZ-900 is the entry-level cloud certification and has been deliberately designed to be accessible. Basic computer and internet knowledge is helpful but not required. We align the level with your group during the intake call.

The standard training runs over two days. A compact one-day version is also available for groups with some basic IT knowledge. Duration is agreed in consultation based on participants' knowledge level.

An exam voucher is not included in the training price by default but can be added separately. The AZ-900 exam is taken at an authorised Pearson VUE test centre or online from home. We are happy to advise you on the scheduling process and costs.

The training covers all AZ-900 exam domains: cloud concepts (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, public/private/hybrid cloud), Azure architecture and core services (compute, storage, networking, databases), security and identity (Entra ID, RBAC, Defender for Cloud), and cost and governance (Cost Management, SLAs, Azure Monitor).

The AZ-900 is a beginner-level exam with multiple-choice and scenario-based questions. The exam lasts 60 minutes and contains 40–60 questions. A score of at least 700 out of 1000 is required to pass. After our training you will be well prepared for both the exam style and the subject matter.

Yes, all our AZ-900 trainings are available in-company, at your location or online. Content, examples and pace are fully tailored to your team, sector and knowledge level.

The AZ-900 is the foundation for all Azure certifications. Natural next steps are: AZ-104 (Azure Administrator), AZ-204 (Azure Developer), AZ-305 (Azure Solutions Architect) or AI-900 (Azure AI Fundamentals). We are happy to help you plan a tailored learning path.

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