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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Microsoft
Exam Format
120 min
40-60
700
Associate
Registration
$165 USD
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English, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified), Korean +9 more
Validity
1 year
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MD-102 Exam Topics and Domains
MD-102 is organized into 4 weighted domains. Expect to work with Intune, Microsoft Intune, Windows Autopilot, Microsoft Entra ID, and more.
1
Prepare infrastructure for devices
25%
Add devices to Microsoft Entra ID
Choose an appropriate device join typeJoin devices to Microsoft Entra IDRegister devices to Microsoft Entra IDPlan and implement groups for devices in Microsoft Entra ID
- Understand different device identity options in Microsoft Entra ID
- Implement appropriate device join strategies based on organizational needs
- Configure device groups for management and policy application
Enroll devices to Microsoft Intune
Configure enrollment settingsConfigure automatic enrollment for Windows and bulk enrollment for iOS and AndroidConfigure enrollment profiles for Android devices
- Configure platform-specific enrollment methods
- Implement bulk enrollment for corporate devices
- Design enrollment strategies for different device ownership models
Implement identity and compliance
Manage roles in IntuneImplement compliance policies for all supported device platformsImplement Conditional Access policies that require complianceConfigure Windows Hello for BusinessImplement and manage LAPS for Microsoft Entra IDManage local groups on Windows devices
- Implement role-based access control for Intune administration
- Design and deploy compliance policies across device platforms
- Integrate compliance with conditional access for Zero Trust security
2
Manage and maintain devices
32.5%
Deploy and upgrade Windows clients using cloud-based tools
Choose between Windows Autopilot and provisioning packagesChoose a Windows Autopilot deployment modeApply a device name templateImplement Windows client deployment using Windows AutopilotCreate an Enrollment Status Page (ESP)Plan and implement provisioning packagesPlan and implement device upgrades for Windows 11Implement a Windows 365 cloud PC deployment
- Design and implement modern Windows deployment strategies
- Configure Windows Autopilot for zero-touch deployment
- Plan Windows 11 migration and Windows 365 Cloud PC deployment
Plan and implement device configuration profiles
Create device configuration profiles for Windows devicesCreate device configuration profiles for Android devicesCreate device configuration profiles for iOS devicesCreate device configuration profiles for macOS devicesCreate profiles for Enterprise multi-session devicesTarget a profile using filters
- Create platform-specific configuration profiles
- Import and deploy ADMX templates
- Use filters for granular targeting
Implement Intune Suite add-on capabilities
Configure Endpoint Privilege ManagementManage applications using Enterprise App CatalogImplement Microsoft Intune Advanced AnalyticsConfigure Microsoft Intune Remote HelpIdentify use cases for Cloud PKIImplement Microsoft Tunnel for MAM
- Leverage Intune Suite advanced capabilities
- Implement privilege management and remote help
- Configure cloud PKI and Microsoft Tunnel
Perform remote actions on devices
Sync, restart, retire, or wipe devicesPerform bulk remote actionsUpdate Windows Defender security intelligenceRotate BitLocker recovery keysRun a device query using KQL
- Execute remote device management actions
- Implement bulk operations efficiently
- Use KQL for advanced device queries
3
Manage applications
17.5%
Deploy and update apps
Prepare applications for deployment using IntuneDeploy apps using IntuneDeploy Microsoft 365 Apps using IntuneConfigure policies for Office appsDeploy Microsoft 365 Apps with Windows AutopilotManage Microsoft 365 Apps using admin centerDeploy apps from platform-specific app stores
- Package and deploy Win32 applications
- Configure Microsoft 365 Apps deployment
- Manage apps from platform stores
Plan and implement app protection and configuration policies
Plan and implement app protection policiesImplement Conditional Access for app protectionPlan and implement app configuration policies
- Design app protection strategies
- Implement MAM policies
- Configure app-specific settings
4
Protect devices
17.5%
Configure endpoint security
Create antivirus policiesCreate disk encryption policiesCreate firewall policiesConfigure Attack surface reduction policiesPlan and implement security baselinesIntegrate Intune with Microsoft Defender for EndpointOnboard devices into Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
- Configure comprehensive endpoint protection
- Implement security baselines
- Integrate advanced threat protection
Manage device updates using Intune
Plan for device updatesCreate and manage update rings using IntuneCreate and manage update policiesManage Android updatesConfigure Windows client delivery optimizationMonitor updates
- Design update deployment strategies
- Configure platform-specific update policies
- Optimize update delivery and monitor compliance
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2024-09-17
- Announcement date: 2024-08-01
Updates
- Microsoft Intune Suite 2409 New exam objectives added for Suite capabilities • Release date: 2024-09-01
- Windows Autopilot 2024 Update Enhanced deployment scenarios in exam • Release date: 2024-08-01
- Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Platform Update 3 Integration scenarios emphasized • Release date: 2024-10-01
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Endpoint Administrators and Desktop Support Technicians.
- Strong understanding of Microsoft 365 services
- Experience with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Intune
- Knowledge of Windows client operating systems
- Understanding of mobile device management concepts
- Basic networking and security concepts
What jobs can I get with this?
Modern Desktop Administrator
Endpoint Administrator
Device Management Specialist
Microsoft 365 Administrator
Intune Administrator