Free Microsoft Learn courses
Completely free, self-paced learning paths from Microsoft on Microsoft Learn, with achievement badges on your profile. They cover cloud computing, AI, data analysis, programming, cybersecurity and workplace tools, and many prepare you for Microsoft certification exams.
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Study plans for scholarship applicants
Plans put together by ForsaEdu: each one bundles the free paths that prepare you for a well-known certification and adds a clear skill to your CV.
AI fundamentals
AI concepts, agents and using Copilot for study and work. Useful in any field, and a concrete example of future-ready skills for your motivation letter.
4 paths12 h 30 minCloud computing (Azure)
The most popular starting point in Microsoft certifications: three short paths (about 5 hours) that prepare you for the AZ-900 exam.
3 paths5 h 5 minPrepares forAZ-900Data fundamentals
Relational and non-relational data and analytics. A good fit for computer science, statistics and economics students; prepares you for DP-900.
4 paths5 h 51 minPrepares forDP-900Data analysis with Power BI
One of the most in-demand skills: preparing data and building reports and dashboards. Useful for business, accounting and engineering students; prepares you for PL-300.
5 paths19 h 52 minPrepares forPL-300Cybersecurity
Security, identity, compliance and privacy concepts. A good start for cybersecurity, IT and law students; prepares you for SC-900.
4 paths10 h 45 minPrepares forSC-900Coding and collaboration with GitHub
Git, GitHub and open-source project work. An active GitHub profile strengthens computer science and engineering applications; prepares you for GitHub Foundations.
2 paths11 h 41 minPrepares forGH-900
833 learning paths
Enhance your productivity with prebuilt Microsoft 365 Copilot agents
This Learning Path explores how prebuilt agents in Microsoft 365 Copilot enable users to streamline tasks, retrieve information efficiently, and enhance productivity through AI-powered conversational…
Beginner57 min1 modulesFree credentialMicrosoft 365 CopilotStart for freeElevate Educator - Explorer (AI)
Qualify for the Elevate Educator Explorer program and its benefits with this AI training.
Intermediate56 min2 modulesM365 EducationOffice 365Microsoft TeamsStart for freeWork smarter with AI
Get more done and unleash your creativity with Microsoft Copilot.
Beginner42 min1 modulesMicrosoft CopilotStart for free
Introduction to Cloud Infrastructure: Describe cloud concepts
Introductory learning path that is part of the Azure Infrastructure fundamentals content.
Beginner56 min3 modulesPrepares for AZ-900AzureStart for free
Introduction to Cloud Infrastructure: Describe Azure management and governance
Management and governance focused portion of Introduction to Cloud Infrastructure training.
Beginner1 h 21 min4 modulesPrepares for AZ-900AzureStart for freeDraft, analyze, and present with Microsoft Copilot
Draft, analyze, and present with Microsoft Copilot MS-4018.
Intermediate4 h 18 min7 modulesMicrosoft 365Office 365Start for free
Introduction to Cloud Infrastructure: Describe Azure architecture and services
Architecture and services component of the Introduction to Cloud Infrastructure training
Beginner2 h 48 min5 modulesPrepares for AZ-900AzureStart for free
GitHub Copilot Fundamentals Part 2 of 2
Empower individual developers and businesses to enhance their productivity and foster innovation through a comprehensive exploration of the fundamental concepts of GitHub Copilot. Additionally, gain…
Beginner · Intermediate3 h 27 min6 modulesPrepares for GH-300GitHubStart for free
AI concepts for developers and technology professionals
Learn core AI concepts and terminology to help you better understand AI workloads and how to plan AI solutions.
Beginner3 h 51 min7 modulesMicrosoft FoundryStart for freeGet started with AI applications and agents on Azure
Learn how to get started with AI workloads and solutions in Microsoft Foundry.
Beginner5 h 37 min7 modulesMicrosoft FoundryStart for freeBuild foundational generative AI skills
This course teaches learners the fundamentals of generative AI and responsible AI, then guides them through getting started with Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat (Basic), writing effective prompts, and…
Beginner2 h 20 min4 modulesPrepares for AB-730Microsoft 365 Copilot ChatStart for freeGitHub Copilot Fundamentals Part 1 of 2
Empower individual developers and businesses to enhance their productivity and foster innovation through a comprehensive exploration of the fundamental concepts of GitHub Copilot. Additionally, gain…
Beginner · Intermediate5 h 17 min9 modulesPrepares for GH-300GitHubStart for freeDrive business value with AI solutions
Discover how Copilot and Azure AI can transform work across your organization.
Beginner1 h 8 min2 modulesPrepares for AB-731Microsoft 365 CopilotMicrosoft CopilotMicrosoft FoundryStart for freeDevelop AI agents on Azure
Learn how to develop AI agents on Azure using the Microsoft Foundry Agent Service and Microsoft Agent Framework. AI-3026
Intermediate9 h 52 min9 modulesPrepares for AI-103Foundry ToolsMicrosoft FoundryStart for freeDevelop generative AI apps in Azure
Learn how to develop generative AI apps in Microsoft Foundry. (AI-3016)
Intermediate6 h 52 min6 modulesPrepares for AI-103Foundry ToolsMicrosoft FoundryStart for freeOptimize business processes with Microsoft Copilot
Learn how to optimize business processes using Microsoft Copilot.
Beginner3 h 13 min5 modulesFree credentialMicrosoft 365Office 365Start for free
Get started with Microsoft data analytics
Explore the role of a data analyst and how Power BI tools transform data into impactful reports and dashboards that support trusted, data-driven decisions across the business.
Intermediate1 h 28 min4 modulesPrepares for PL-300Power BIStart for freeEmpower your workforce with Microsoft Copilot
In this interactive learning path, you perform a series of exercises to build your Copilot skills in role-related business scenarios. Roles include, Executives, Sales, Marketing, Finance, IT, HR, and…
Beginner48 h 5 min10 modulesMicrosoft 365Office 365Office ExcelStart for free
Introduction to security, compliance, and identity concepts
SC-900: Introduction to security, compliance, and identity concepts
Beginner1 h 37 min2 modulesPrepares for SC-900Microsoft Entra IDAzureMicrosoft 365Start for free
Develop natural language solutions in Azure
Develop natural language solutions in Azure
Intermediate5 h 46 min7 modulesPrepares for AI-103Foundry ToolsMicrosoft FoundryStart for freeEnhance business workflows with AI
This learning path enables students to use Microsoft Copilot to draft and refine business content, analyze and visualize data, manage meetings and collaboration, and delegate multi-step work with…
Beginner4 h 30 min4 modulesPrepares for AB-730Microsoft 365Office 365Office ExcelStart for free
AZ-104: Prerequisites for Azure administrators
AZ-104: Prerequisites for Azure administrators
Beginner1 h 3 min2 modulesPrepares for AZ-104AzureAzure ClisAzure Container InstancesStart for freeExplore the business value of generative AI solutions
Discover how generative AI can transform your business processes and drive innovation.
Beginner1 h 2 min2 modulesPrepares for AB-731Microsoft 365 CopilotMicrosoft CopilotMicrosoft FoundryStart for freeAI Fluency
This learning path is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of AI fluency. It includes modules that cover various aspects of AI, starting with foundational concepts and progressing to…
Beginner4 h 38 min7 modulesMicrosoft CopilotStart for free
Manage the Microsoft Power Platform environment
This learning path covers the Microsoft Power Platform environment, equipping users with Dataverse—a scalable, secure data platform that supports relational data, business logic, and lifecycle…
Beginner1 h 37 min2 modulesPrepares for PL-900DataversePower PlatformStart for freeExtract insights from visual data on Azure
Use generative AI vision and Content Understanding in Azure to extract insights from visual data.
Intermediate7 h 6 min8 modulesPrepares for AI-103Foundry ToolsMicrosoft FoundryAzure Cognitive SearchStart for free
Prepare data for analysis with Power BI
You'll learn how to use Power Query to extract data from different data sources, choose a storage mode, and connectivity type. You'll also learn to profile, clean, and load data into Power BI before…
Intermediate4 h 33 min3 modulesPrepares for PL-300Power BIStart for free
Transform your business with AI
In this learning path, business leaders will find the knowledge and resources to adopt AI in their organizations. It explores planning, strategizing, and scaling AI projects in a responsible way.
Beginner2 h 34 min4 modulesPrepares for AB-731Azure OpenaiStart for freeTransform your everyday business processes with agents
Learn how to use agents in Microsoft Copilot and SharePoint to automate tasks, surface information, and streamline everyday business processes. MS-4019
Beginner3 h 29 min4 modulesMicrosoft 365Office 365Microsoft 365 Copilot ChatStart for freeDescribe the business value of Microsoft Power Platform
This learning path serves as an introduction to the Power Platform. It discusses the Power Platform components: Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate, Power Pages and Microsoft Copilot Studio. It…
Beginner1 h 46 min2 modulesPrepares for PL-900Office 365Power AppsPower AutomateStart for free
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