Learners who complete this program will receive a 50% discount voucher to take the PL-900 Certification Exam.

Business analysis is a field that is becoming increasingly important in many different industries. As organizations become more data-driven, the need for skilled analysts who can help them make sense of this data is growing. Jobs related to Business Analysis are projected to increase by 14% from 2018 to 2028. That is 9% higher than the average growth rate for all occupations.¹

The role of a business analyst is crucial in guiding organizations through data-driven decision-making. They analyze, interpret, and document business processes and data, providing insights to shape strategic decisions.

This Microsoft Professional Certificate prepares you for an entry-level role in this dynamic field, offering a unique blend of technical and strategic skills vital in today's market. As industry leaders in technology and business solutions, Microsoft offers unparalleled training in business analysis.

The curriculum combines videos, assessments, and hands-on activities, offering a practical understanding of these concepts in a business context.

When you graduate, you’ll have tangible examples to talk about in job interviews and you’ll also be prepared to take the Microsoft PL-900 Certification Exam.

^{1 Iacolino, T. (2023, March 21). Exploring the Top Industries Embracing Business Analysis Professionals. IIBA}

Applied Learning Project

This program has been uniquely mapped to key job skills required in business analyst roles. In each course, you’ll be able to consolidate what you have learned by completing a hands-on project that simulates real-world business analysis scenarios. You’ll also complete a final capstone project where you’ll work through the process of solving a fictional business problem as a business analyst. The project will include practicing on:

• A real-world scenario focused on investigation, stakeholder management, business process improvement, forming a business case, requirements engineering, project delivery and monitoring, and solution validation.

To round off your learning, you’ll take a mock exam that has been set up in a similar style to the industry-recognized Microsoft Exam PL-900: Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals.

Are you ready to start a rewarding career in front-end development? This Professional Certificate Program, brought to you by Microsoft, is designed to give you the skills and tools to succeed in web development. Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand your knowledge, this program will guide you through essential front-end concepts and practices.

You'll learn core web technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, along with advanced topics such as responsive design, web accessibility, and version control using Git and GitHub. Gain hands-on experience with industry-standard tools like Visual Studio Code and Microsoft Copilot, leveraging AI to streamline your coding, debugging, and project management tasks. Generative AI helps you write cleaner code, automatically generates suggestions, and even debugs your applications in real time.

You'll also explore C# programming, a versatile language for building dynamic applications. This will enable you to integrate front-end skills with server-side development, opening up opportunities to create more complex, scalable systems.

Beyond coding, the program emphasizes UI/UX design, Blazor for interactive web applications, and key security practices to protect against vulnerabilities. By the end, you’ll confidently build responsive, secure web applications with AI-driven tools. Enroll today and lead the next wave of front-end development!

Applied Learning Project

Throughout the program, you’ll get to practice your new front-end development skills through hands-on projects, including:

• Develop a code project with key components, including if/else statements, loops, conditionals, functions, and variables.

• Write, debug, and improve code using Microsoft Copilot.

• Apply Microsoft Copilot to develop a small web project using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

• Complete a comprehensive Blazor project utilizing Microsoft Copilot for writing, debugging, and optimizing code.

• Use Microsoft Copilot to write and enhance CSS, generate responsive design suggestions, and improve UI/UX design in practical workflows.

• Use Microsoft Copilot to manage and optimize a complex database system.

By the end, you’ll have a professional portfolio that you can show to prospective employers. 

Dive into this action-packed Microsoft Outlook course where you’ll master the essentials of managing your email, calendar, contacts, and tasks like a pro. You’ll learn to compose and organize emails using flags, categories, and folders, customize your reading and response settings, and create professional signatures. Plus, you’ll get hands-on with scheduling appointments and meetings, managing contacts and groups, and tailoring Outlook’s ribbon and interface to fit your workflow. Whether you’re new to Outlook or looking to sharpen your skills, this course makes staying organized and connected simple and efficient.

Dive into this action-packed Microsoft Outlook course where you’ll master the essentials of managing your email, calendar, contacts, and tasks like a pro. You’ll learn to compose and organize emails using flags, categories, and folders, customize your reading and response settings, and create professional signatures. Plus, you’ll get hands-on with scheduling appointments and meetings, managing contacts and groups, and tailoring Outlook’s ribbon and interface to fit your workflow. Whether you’re new to Outlook or looking to sharpen your skills, this course makes staying organized and connected simple and efficient.

Take control of your projects with Microsoft Project Management, a practical, hands-on course designed for anyone ready to plan and manage projects more effectively. In this fun and focused training, you’ll learn how to build project schedules from scratch using Microsoft Project—including how to add and organize tasks, assign and optimize resources, and track progress with confidence. You’ll explore key features like task constraints, effort-driven scheduling, and the critical path to keep your projects on time and within scope. You'll also learn to generate meaningful reports and dashboards that clearly communicate your project's status. Whether you're managing teams, timelines, or tight deadlines, this class will give you the skills to plan smarter and lead with clarity.

Take control of your projects with Microsoft Project Management, a practical, hands-on course designed for anyone ready to plan and manage projects more effectively. In this fun and focused training, you’ll learn how to build project schedules from scratch using Microsoft Project—including how to add and organize tasks, assign and optimize resources, and track progress with confidence. You’ll explore key features like task constraints, effort-driven scheduling, and the critical path to keep your projects on time and within scope. You'll also learn to generate meaningful reports and dashboards that clearly communicate your project's status. Whether you're managing teams, timelines, or tight deadlines, this class will give you the skills to plan smarter and lead with clarity.

Discover the essential tools and features of Microsoft Word 365 in this beginner-friendly, hands-on course. Learn how to create and format professional-looking documents, adjust page layout settings, and enhance your work with images, tables, and templates. You'll also explore Quick Styles, bulleted and numbered lists, and more—everything you need to start using Word with confidence and efficiency.