About the course
Azure Administrator is an IT training course designed to help you learn about cloud computing, managing Azure services, storage, databases and data analytics, app services, and more. Each online training session will guide you through step-by-step and help you learn what you need to know to go on and gain your Microsoft certification. For details about certification exams, please speak with your course advisor.
Is this course for you?
This course is great for anyone looking to develop technical knowledge and skills using Microsoft Azure. It is designed for those with Azure experience who wish to implement, monitor, and maintain Azure solutions.
Course Outline
Module 1
Managing Azure files, including file shares and the Portal, CLI, PowerShell and Linux, Azure file sync overview, and configuring file sync.
Module 2
Managing Azure Network Solutions, including VNets, Subnets and the Portal, CLI and PowerShell, IP Addresses, Network interfaces, Azure routing, Azure VNet Peering, ExpressRoute.
Module 3
Managing Azure DNS & Network Security, including DNS zones and the Portal, CLI and PowerShell, VNet custom DNS settings, NSG and the Portal, CLI and PowerShell, Azure Virtual WAN, Deploying Azure Firewall, deploying Azure Bastion.
Module 4
Managing Azure Virtual Machines, including VM and the Portal, CLI and PowerShell, saving a deployment as a template, Windows VM remote management, Linux VM remote management, VHD deployment templates, VM resizing, VM data disks, Azure key vault.
Module 5
Azure App Service & Batch Jobs, including code web app deployment, docker web app deployment, app services custom domains, app service scaling and backup, Azure Batch accounts and applications, Azure batch pools, Azure Kubemetes service.
Module 6
Azure Availability Solutions, including VM scale sets, public load balancers, site-to-site recovery, VM fallover, Azure backup policies, Azure VM backup and the Portal, CLI and PowerShell, Azure VM soft delete.
Module 7
Monitoring Azure Resources, including log analytics workspaces, log queries, performance metrics, application insights, network watcher.
Module 8
Managing Azure AD Users, including AD and the Portal, CLI and PowerShell, Azure guest users, Azure bulk user invite, Azure user WFA block, banned password lists, smart lockout.
Benefits
Aims and Objectives
This Azure Administrator course is designed to delve deeper into the Microsoft Azure environment and will prepare you for the Microsoft Azure Administrator certification exam.
Career Path
This recognised Microsoft certification will help set you on the path to a rewarding IT career. With this training and experience, you could work as an Azure Administrator or Azure Support Engineer.
Pre-Requisites
This course is suitable for those with some experience in Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud, who wish to further their knowledge of using Azure cloud-based technology.
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A very good course. Learned quite a lot of new supervision tips that I never knew. Hope to take things I have learned from this course into my working environment which hopefully will make me a good supervisor.
William – Maintenance Chargehand – Supervisory Skills
I completely understood the topics covered and everything was explained very well. Thank you!
Abbi – Receptionist Seminar
‘I found this course hugely beneficial. I have just taken on a training aspect to my current role and the skills gained on this course have given me the confidence to approach the training sessions in a much more positive way.
This course gave me both the knowledge of how to put a training session together, and insight into the different approaches and skills used to deliver the training. I particularly found the practical aspect of the course useful. Throughout the three days, we not only learnt ‘how’ to do various tasks, but actually did, and evaluated them’.
MC—-Project Officer
“I thought I would drop you a line to say that I am now established with my new job where I am working as a Property Manager. As you know when I came to you I was just about able to bang out an e mail and wouldn’t have known where to find such sophistications as “page breaks” etc. A really challenging student for your ever patient and encouraging team! I would certainly say to anyone thinking of a course with you not to consider being too old to learn. I certainly had my extreme doubts but the constant encouragement from your team got me through!
I am now using a fairly all embracing software system which is tailored to the needs of this company and in addition my Outlook and Word skills are used all the time. I feel completely confident in saying that despite many years in the property business I would not have been able to cope with this job without the training I received at Pitman, thank you.
My new employers are both very computer competent but I believe I may have the “edge” on PowerPoint – how satisfying is that!
I would recommend the Fast Track Microsoft Skills Diploma course to anyone wanting to enhance their employment prospects, it certainly worked for me.”
SH – Diploma
Excellent trainer. Knowledgeable with a very pleasant and helpful manner.
Julie – Manager – Outlook
“I found the style of teaching, materials provided, seminars, the instructors’ behaviour and attitude, of excellent quality and standards. I am happy.”
SD – Executive PA Diploma
“After 12 years working for an airline I decided to make a career change and started looking into various training companies. I selected Pitman Training based on their helpfulness and support.
I started studying in August of 2007 and initially signed up for Comptia’s A+ to ensure I was making the right choice. After completing this with the great help I got from John and Martin I then went on to study for my MCSA.
Before completing my course I started applying for a few jobs and was lucky to secure a position with BCF Technology as an IT support engineer. I have no doubt that taking this course had a lot to do with their decision.
Throughout my involvement with Pitman Training I received nothing but encouragement from all the staff and fellow students, which certainly made learning easier and more enjoyable. I wouldn’t hesitate recommending Pitman Training to anyone that asked and will be using them for any future training I may need to undergo.”
MM – IT Technical
“The Executive PA course is by far the best course I have attended. Our Trainer was a fantastic tutor and really knew her subject, she was able to communicate parts of the course content with her own real life experiences. I have attended many courses in the past, some of which were quite boring but I must say the tutor had my full attention over the course of the two days.
The size of class was also perfect, which allowed everyone to have their say and share similar experiences. Overall all, it was a very enjoyable course and I would be keen to attend other relevant courses”
Michelle Anderson—–PA—–Airtricity
“I started doing a Secretarial Diploma at Pitman because I had been working in retail since graduating from university in 2008. I had pretty good admin skills but no qualifications and felt like I was stuck in a rut. Pitman was a perfect fit for me because I was working shifts at my job at Glasgow Science Centre and could come in whenever I was free.
At first I thought I was just going to be getting a qualification for skills I already had but I actually learned a lot more than I expected. Modules like Effective Business Communication were helpful and I did electives in Access and Introduction to Medical Secretary which was extremely helpful in getting my new job.
In May 2013, before I had even completed my diploma, I started my job as an Audio Typist for the NHS. I had been searching the NHS pages before I started my diploma and it took the help of Pitman to actually help me find a job. My typing and audio typing skills along with the medical terminology learned in Pitman have been essential in my progress within my job with my manager telling me she feels I have a career in the NHS ahead of me.
I just discovered today that I received a distinction for my diploma and am now thinking of where to move up within my new sector. Without Pitman, I don’t think I would have been able to get out of retail so I’m very happy to have chosen to take this course!”
EJ – Secretarial Diploma
Very good training and very good facilities. The trainer was very competent, friendly, engaging and welcoming, very patient and good manner.
Andrea – Trainee Administrator – Excel
“I successfully completed Executive PA Diploma at Pitman in 2013. With the help of Pitman training I also gained Microsoft 2010 Master Qualification which enabled me to become a confident and proficient administrator in record times.
But most importantly, Pitman training changed my life, forever and beyond I could have ever imagined. I did not have a job and had a very low self-confidence. It took me a while to have a courage and sign up for the advanced course that I had chosen, but I never looked back since that moment and everything in my life went on from strength to strength.
The staff became my second family and I would like to thank you for making me a better person. Every day you were transforming a young girl into a confident successful woman. We, as students are so lucky to have you.
After completing Pitman I was working for a Law Company, Edinburgh College and sat further exams that enabled me to progress further in my career.
I have recently been accepted for the position of Sales Consultant with Travelex. It took me just 7 days to get approved for the job since I saw the vacancy at the Job Fair and had a phone call to congratulate me for getting the job!!
I owe a lot in my life to Pitman Training. It truly changes lives, it gives confidence in your professional abilities, provides you with necessary qualifications to get that Dream Job!!”
DT – Executive PA Diploma
Marion created a fun training environment and always encourages questions and opinions.
Jennifer – Insolvency Administrator – Report Writing
’Not only was this an excellent learning experience, but also great fun. I picked up some great tips on how to command and hold the attention of a less than enthusiastic audience and I found the section on voice coaching extremely useful.
The course really helps develop confidence, particularly with regard to the advice on body language and stance and I would recommend that everyone who has to present to small or large audiences should attend.’’
Jacqui C—-HR Manager—-Citizens Advice
“I’d like to thank all your team for their help whilst I was training for the MS Office Plus Diploma. They were all open, very friendly, and knowledgeable in all the MS Office applications and the supporting PC hardware & software. I particularly liked the training format, informative, user friendly application manuals & supporting audio files. This made the whole experience rewarding & enjoyable. I would have no hesitation in recommending Pitman Training to my friends & colleagues.”
AF – Microsoft Office Plus Diploma
‘’I would like to say how much I enjoyed the above course yesterday. I have to say this ranked as one of the very best courses I have attended and I now have a more positive attitude towards meetings/minute taking. Please pass my thanks to the trainer.’’
L D
From going from redundancy to this is just a great feeling! I actually love my job!
I C – Legal Secretary
Excellent. Would recommend to colleagues.
Scott – Project Manager – Access
‘’Just to thank you again for the excellent course. It was at just the right level and I really appreciated being able to attend without having done the previous one.Too many courses insist on a progression through levels with certificates rather than accepting experience. Callum presented the course at a very good pace giving plenty of time for questions.Definitely the best computing related course I have attended!’’
Excel level 2 C M——-National Trainer
“I really enjoyed the Diploma which I am sure will improve my career prospects. I am looking forward to putting what I learned into practice.”
CC – Diploma
No Improvement required. Speed, clarity and technique ideal. The trainer was excellent!
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Everything needed was provided. Work booklets, pad, pen and pencil were all good quality.
Louise – PA – Speedwriting
I have just completed my Accounting Technician Diploma with Pitman in Edinburgh.
I had relocated to Fife after working as an Office Manager in Livingston and I was now at home looking after my 3yr old son. I had tried to get a couple of part time admin jobs but was unsuccessful, with the view being that I was over qualified. I therefore felt that it would be easier to work from home as a self employed bookkeeper, this would mean I could earn some money and have the flexibility to look after my son. I had carried out various aspects of invoicing etc over the years but could never call myself a bookkeeper, I therefore needed to get a formal qualification that would give prospective clients the trust required.
After checking the internet I contacted Fran Maclean in Edinburgh, she invited me in for a chat and on her advice I arranged to complete the Accounting Technician Diploma as this was better suited to running your own business rather than just being an employee.
I arranged to complete my diploma from home, and only had to visit the Office in Edinburgh for 2 modules. I enjoyed every minute of this diploma, as I was able to fit the studying around home life. Help was available if required but the learning materials were actually so good that I don’t think I ever needed to call for help.
I have now completed my Diploma and am arranging to sit the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers entrance exam, this will allow me to portray a much more professional image when dealing with clients.
Completing this Diploma has given me much more confidence, and as a result I have decided to widen the scope of my business idea.
I would have no hesitation in recommending Pitman Training and am sure that I will continue to use them myself in the future.
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Well delivered, friendly and approachable.
Claire – Property Services Assistant – Report Writing
They seemed to be so impressed that I had been at Pitman Training to do the training. I cannot believe how doing one course can transform your job area.
J M – Management Support Officer
The trainer was engaging with audience, friendly, approachable and covered content of course excellently.
Tracey – Employer Engagement Officer – Communication Skills
“Before I started my training at Pitman I was unemployed, I had been working as a accounts assistant in a hotel for three years and although my last job was in accounting I had no knowledge or understanding of SageLine 50 Computerised Accounting, which is widely used throughout many organisations, so it was important for me to learn this accounting software.
I found all the staff really helpful in guiding and advising me throughout the course and when I had finished they suggested I should take the Computerised Sage 50 Payroll course to complement further my skills.
On finishing both courses, I was also advised by the staff to take the external examinations from the International Association of Bookkeepers (IAB) in both of the courses I had studied. Once I finished the IAB exams in June 2013 I became committed in searching for a job in an accountancy position. The knowledge I had gained and the results of the courses enhanced my C.V and I felt much more confident when applying for jobs.
After two months I managed to secure three interviews, two of which offered me jobs. I accepted a full time sales ledger assistant position in Skyscanner.
I would like to thank Pitman Training staff for all their help and support which has helped me to secure the job that I wanted.”
MR – Sage
“I studied a Pitman Accounting Technician Diploma. My intention was to use the course to complement my accounting qualification and as a return to work plan in my chosen career area.
Since my training, I believe that the course has assisted me in that I am now being trained for cash office duties and procedures. I have as well been given a chance on a volunteer basis by one of the housing association in their accounts departments through courtesy of Central Scotland Racial Equality Council, where am having a chance to work with Sage Line 50 v12 and Sage payroll. Am drawing heavily from what I have learnt in Pitman Training.
I would lik to thank all the staff at Pitman and especially the Supervisors who were very helpful whenever I needed assistance.
Having been allowed to pay for the Course on monthly instalments, making it possible for me to afford the Course in easy instalments.
The fact that you can be able to programme your time of attendance is a big plus to the college.
The courses are very well presented in a methodical manner that makes it easy to follow and would recommend to others who are looking forward for training.”
EK – Accounting Technician Diploma
The skills that I learnt on the course come up time and time again on a daily basis and I am sure that the diploma on my CV has ensured interviews for a number of job applications.
L B – PR Assistant
Excellent facilities. Excellent trinaing course!
Kirsty – Team Organiser – PowerPoint
I have a better understanding of how to manage conflict in the work place, and how to be more confident.
Ann – Staff nurse – Conflict Managment
“Having chosen not to go to University, and after a years work in the retail business, I was still unsure as to which career path I ultimately wanted to follow. I enrolled on the Executive PA Diploma course with Pitman Training School in Edinburgh in September 2008, knowing that it was highly respected amongst employers.
The course for me was an undoubted success. I completed the main Microsoft modules reasonably quickly – they proved to be very easy to follow and actually quite a lot of fun! I very much enjoyed having the flexibility to choose which elective courses to do, and I was pleased to be given the choice of seminars as well as computer programmes. I have completed two seminars; both were great fun, and whereas I had found Pitman to be a quiet and studious place, suddenly we got to interact with other students and I met some great people.
I now have the role of Personal Assistant to an Art Broker in Edinburgh, which I found through word of mouth. All that I learnt during my time in Pitman has certainly now been put to use – especially the PA Seminar, which focuses not only on the general office keeping but also on the more personal and, often hugely overlooked aspects. Approximately two months elapsed between my finishing the main bulk of the course and securing my current job.
I also hold the position of Secretary on the board of the Edinburgh Charity Fashion Show. This is a non-profit and student run body that annually holds a highly respected Fashion Show in aid of three charities. My job involves organising meetings, taking minutes and being the administrative organiser. Without the Pitman background I would not have the skills that I now use daily.
I am moving to London in March, and thanks to my time at Pitman I am approaching agencies with confidence in myself and my abilities.”
HJ – Executive PA Diploma
“I relocated to Scotland after teaching English abroad for 15 years. Unable to find similar work here, I spent an anxious 12 months as an office temp, eventually gaining a permanent position as an admin assistant at a law firm in Glasgow. I carried out the usual range of tasks – photocopying, filing, distributing faxes. Although happy to have a job and appreciating its positive qualities, I felt held back – both in my own workplace and on the job market as a whole – by my lack of IT and keyboard skills.
One happy day I made an appointment to see Linda Morrison at the Glasgow Pitman Training Centre. Linda understood my frustration and recommended the Diploma in Business Skills, a qualification that combined basic keyboard training with Microsoft Office courses, plus Effective Business Communication and an elective (from a wide range of options, I chose ‘Get Into HR’).
There were eight modules in all and the sessions had to be fitted in around a full-time job and busy family life. Ultimately I took 18 months to complete it all but felt very proud when I took home my Diploma. I’m still working for the same firm but now run the library and deputise for the Archivist in his absence. My daily work is far more interesting and varied than it once was, and that fact – combined with the high unemployment brought about by the recession – means that I’m not interested in changing jobs in the foreseeable future. Nonetheless, it’s crucial to be flexible in these hard times and to be able to offer additional skills if need be. I don’t regret the time and energy I put into my courses – they’ve given me tremendous self-confidence and a great sense of relief that I’m no longer left behind or marginalised by my lack of knowledge.
I’ve already recommended the Glasgow Pitman Training Centre to a number of friends and am happy to do so again. I’d also like to put on record my thanks to all the staff for their cheerful help and unfailing moral support throughout my training.”
MF – Diploma
“This was one of the most useful training sessions I have ever been to.The tutor gave a lot of practical advice and I thought asking people to commit to action plans to take advice back to the workplace was great.The trainer really listened to people and made sure everyone’s objectives were dealt with fully.”
Zoe Westwood—–Project Officer—-Changeworks
After having completed the Secretarial Diploma, I have managed to get a job at the Royal Bank of Scotland. I would like to thank you for the fantastic training I have had, and have recommended Pitman Training to several people.
S W – Secretary
The trainer was very responsible and a very clear communicator. Paid attention to what people in the group said and made the day enjoyable and very worthwhile.
Kenneth – Faculty Head Sciences – Time Management
The trainer was capable of explaining things so they were easily understood and answered all questions I had during the Intermediate Course.
Amy – Admin Assistant – Access
The course content was clear and relevant. I met the objectives I came with.
Leanne – Sales Executive – PowerPoint
Clear and easy to follow instructions.
Karen – Cashroom Assistant – Word
The training course helped me to build on my degree and specialise in Microsoft Skills to help me find employment in the computer support and administration industry. I enjoyed being able to get a “hands on” approach from the course.
M H – IT Systems Administrator
My knowledge and understanding has vastly improved thanks to Callum. He was an excellent trainer, very patient and information was given clearly. I was able to understand all the formulas!
Lesley – Practice Manager – Excel
Great, helpful, friendly staff, good location easily accessible etc.
Sam – Customer Services Administration – Speedwriting
“I have recently just completed the ‘Accounting Technician Diploma’ which was fantastic. This Diploma was great as it enabled me to get a good insight into each course required to work in an accounting environment.
Before my training I was living and working abroad in Spain and France, were I was learning the local language and teaching English to both adults and children.
On my return to Scotland I started my own small business as franchisee for ‘La Jolie Ronde’ where I am a Licensee for the company. I actually found this business opportunity whilst still living abroad in France on line and applied from there.
When I just started this business 3 years ago my knowledge of how to keep my books under control to help view profits and fill tax returns was nonexistent, but now thanks to the course at Pitman I am in full control of my accounts : )
I may also want to widen my job options as my business is only part time, I am thinking of possibly applying for account assistant positions in the near future and I am sure with my training at Pitman and my Certificate to back it up, I should have a good chance of securing employment.
I enjoyed my learning experience so much at Pitman
The staff that work there are all so lovely and very helpful, and I am sure you will see me again in the future back to study another course.
Thanks a lot for all your help.”
SB – Accounting Technician Diploma
I applied for several jobs and was offered the first one I was interviewed for and was in full, permanent employment within three weeks of finishing my course.
E H – Accounts Assistant
Very approachable trainer, presented the course very well and I would highly recommend my colleagues taking this course.
Michelle – Change Manager – Communication Skills
Fantastic!
Nic – Senior Pilot/OSM – Report Writing
The compliments I have received have certainly given my confidence a great boost. I am so enjoying the work, the environment and the people and it’s all due to the skills I have gained from the Diploma courses I have done through Pitman Training.
H L
Our trainer was excellent, by bringing real life examples it makes it easier to put into context.
Lesley – Operational Risk Analyst – Meetings and Minutes
I am really enjoying the challenge of my new career and appreciate all that Pitman Training did to make it possible.
J M – Medical Secretary
I was recently promoted to secretary to the Clinical Director at the Princess Royal Maternity in Glasgow. The job is varied, interesting and very well paid. I still have fond memories of my days at Pitman Training.
E L – Medical Secretary to the Clinical Director
Marion was an excellent trainer, very clear and concise and I look forward to attending Executive PA course in July in Edinburgh.
Ashley – Executive Assistant – Time Management
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