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NS-ADMIN Exam Topics and Domains
NS-ADMIN is organized into 6 weighted domains. Expect to work with Release Preview Portal, 2FA System, Access Audit Tool, Access Control System, and more.
SuiteAnalytics
Saved Searches
- Master advanced saved search configuration including formulas and functions
- Understand how to share and distribute search results effectively
- Configure and monitor search access and usage
Dashboards
- Configure and publish dashboards with appropriate permissions
- Select and implement appropriate dashboard elements for business needs
SuiteBuilder
Form Customization
- Configure custom forms with appropriate settings and restrictions
- Manage field-level and form-level configurations effectively
Online Forms
- Create and publish online forms for data collection
- Configure duplicate detection and data validation
Layout Customization
- Design and implement custom form layouts
- Configure printing functionality for various form types
Custom Fields
- Configure custom fields with advanced data handling
- Implement field dependencies and validations
Custom Records
- Design and implement custom record types
- Configure parent-child relationships and sublists
SuiteCloud Platform
SuiteFlow
- Create and manage workflows using SuiteFlow
- Monitor and troubleshoot workflow execution
SuiteBundler
- Install, create, and manage SuiteBundles
- Understand bundle types and update processes
Extending NetSuite
- Select and implement appropriate integration methods
- Understand capabilities and limitations of each platform feature
Setup and Administration
Manage Roles
- Create and configure custom roles with appropriate permissions
- Manage role assignments for different entity types
Supporting Users Worldwide
Configure multi-language support for global users
Environment Management
- Manage NetSuite environments effectively
- Plan and execute sandbox refreshes
CSV Import
- Configure and execute CSV imports with advanced options
- Troubleshoot and resolve import errors
Data Security
Data Access
- Configure comprehensive data security controls
- Implement authentication best practices
- Manage high-level permissions appropriately
User Management
Implement secure employee offboarding procedures
Reporting Impact
Understand reporting implications of data changes
Working with NetSuite
Notifications
Configure system notifications and alerts
Preparing for Releases
Plan and execute release testing effectively
Troubleshooting
- Troubleshoot performance issues effectively
- Manage licenses and support access
How do I earn this certification?
Passing NS-ADMIN earns the NetSuite Certified Administrator certification. It sits in the NetSuite Core track.
- SuiteCloud-Developer - NetSuite SuiteCloud Developer
- ERP-Consultant - NetSuite ERP Consultant
- Financial-User - NetSuite Financial User
- SuiteAnalytics-User - NetSuite SuiteAnalytics User Complementary analytics and reporting skills
- SuiteCommerce - NetSuite SuiteCommerce E-commerce platform expertise
- OpenAir-Administrator - NetSuite OpenAir Administrator Professional services automation expertise
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What's changed on this exam?
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2024-03-01
- SuiteAnalytics Workbook 2024.2 Enhanced analytics capabilities likely in next exam update • Release date: 2024-08-15
- SuiteFlow Advanced Workflows 2024.1 New workflow features added to exam objectives • Release date: 2024-02-15
- Multi-Factor Authentication Enhanced 2024 Security topics expanded in current exam version • Release date: 2024-01-01
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by NetSuite Administrators and NetSuite Consultants.
- At least 1 year of experience configuring and managing a robust NetSuite implementation
- Experience supporting end-users and managing the application
- Understanding of standard business processes and accounting practices
- Familiarity with NetSuite's twice-yearly updates