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Active Directory Courses

Active Directory courses can help you learn user and group management, authentication protocols, and directory services architecture. You can build skills in configuring domain controllers, managing access permissions, and implementing security policies. Many courses introduce tools like PowerShell for automation, Active Directory Users and Computers for management tasks, and Group Policy Management Console for policy enforcement, providing practical experience in maintaining and securing network environments.

Popular Active Directory Courses and Certifications


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    Whizlabs

    Exam Prep DP-300: Azure Database Administrator Associate

    Skills you'll gain: Database Administration, Microsoft SQL Servers, Microsoft Azure, Database Management, Operational Databases, Transact-SQL, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Management Systems, Performance Tuning, SQL, Cloud Computing, Security Controls, Azure Active Directory, Cloud Security, Disaster Recovery, Data Migration, Data Security, Virtual Machines

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    Cybersecurity Awareness

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Awareness Training, Security Awareness, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Incident Response, Cyber Risk, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Threat Management, Threat Detection, Malware Protection, Information Systems Security, Network Security, Security Controls, Data Security, Multi-Factor Authentication, AI Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Authentications

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    17 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Storying the Self for Leadership and Creativity

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Storytelling, Active Listening, Creative Thinking, Relationship Building, Empathy, Brainstorming, Creativity, Personal Attributes, Oral Expression, Courage, Emotional Intelligence, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Responsiveness, Self-Awareness, Cognitive flexibility, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Culture, Communication

    3.8
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Xi'an Jiaotong University

    c#高级编程

    Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Code Reusability, Programming Principles, .NET Framework, Program Development, Algorithms, Data Structures

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    USO

    Making Your Military Transition a Transformation

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Self-Awareness, Web Presence, Personal Development, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, Growth Mindedness, Timelines, Goal Setting, Community Development, Decision Making, Planning, Entrepreneurship, Journey Mapping

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Español para profesionales: comunicación en el trabajo

    Skills you'll gain: Spanish Language, Telephone Skills, Meeting Facilitation, Oral Expression, Business Correspondence, Outbound Calls, Verbal Communication Skills, Negotiation, Business Writing, Writing, Business Communication, Inbound Calls, Communication, Grammar, Communication Strategies, Active Listening, Vocabulary

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dell

    What Does IT Sales Entail?

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Process, Active Listening, Prospecting and Qualification, Business Communication, Sales, Sales Development, Verbal Communication Skills, Inside Sales, Communication, Technical Sales, Consumer Behaviour, Outside Sales, Interviewing Skills

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Creating a Healthy Culture: Addressing Workplace Bullying

    Skills you'll gain: Workplace Bullying Intervention, Rapport Building, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Workplace inclusivity, Interpersonal Communications, Empathy, Culture Transformation, Communication, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Compliance Reporting, Advocacy, Diversity Awareness

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Security & Ethical Hacking: Attacking the Network

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Exploitation techniques, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Scanning, Cryptographic Protocols, Remote Access Systems, Network Protocols, Encryption, General Networking, Command-Line Interface, Network Analysis, Proxy Servers

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Visual Basic Programming: Classes and Collections

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Data Structures, Object Oriented Design, Microsoft Visual Studio, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Microsoft Development Tools, .NET Framework, Computer Programming

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS)

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Ubuntu, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, File Systems, Linux, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Linux Commands, Bash (Scripting Language), Linux Servers, Firewall, Virtual Machines, Package and Software Management, Virtualization, Remote Access Systems, File Management, Operating System Administration, Systems Administration, Shell Script, Containerization, Git (Version Control System)

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Advanced SPFx & Power Platform: SharePoint Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Power Platform Architecture & Technical Design, Microsoft Power Platform, Power Apps Component Framework, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Development Tools, Data Integration, Digital Transformation, React.js, Frontend Performance, Business Process Automation, Data Access, Performance Tuning, Automation, Process Optimization, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Transformation, Integration Testing, UI Components, Development Testing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular active directory courses

  • Exam Prep DP-300: Azure Database Administrator Associate: Whizlabs
  • Cybersecurity Awareness: SkillUp
  • Storying the Self for Leadership and Creativity: University of Colorado Boulder
  • c#高级编程: Xi'an Jiaotong University
  • Making Your Military Transition a Transformation: USO
  • Español para profesionales: comunicación en el trabajo: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • What Does IT Sales Entail?: Dell
  • Creating a Healthy Culture: Addressing Workplace Bullying: Coursera
  • Security & Ethical Hacking: Attacking the Network: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Visual Basic Programming: Classes and Collections: LearnQuest

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