MD-102 Exam Overview & Study Strategy
Understanding the Concept
The MD-102: Endpoint Administrator certification validates your ability to deploy, configure, secure, manage, and monitor devices and client applications in a Microsoft 365 environment. It replaces the older MD-100 and MD-101 exams.
The exam covers four domains: Deploy Windows client (25-30%), Manage identity and compliance (15-20%), Manage, maintain, and protect devices (30-35%), and Manage applications (10-15%). The passing score is 700 out of 1000.
This training is structured to cover all four exam domains comprehensively. Each lesson includes MD-102-specific exam tips to help you focus on testable scenarios.
Key Points
- MD-102 validates endpoint administration and modern management skills
- Four domains: Deploy Windows, Identity/Compliance, Device Management, Applications
- Device management has the highest weight at 30-35%
- Passing score: 700/1000
- Replaces older MD-100 and MD-101 certifications
- Hands-on experience with Intune admin center is essential
Why This Matters in Real Organizations
The MD-102 certification demonstrates to employers that you can effectively manage modern endpoints. With organizations rapidly adopting cloud-based device management, certified endpoint administrators are in high demand across all industries.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Interview Tips
- Mention your MD-102 certification as proof of modern management skills
- Discuss specific Intune scenarios you practiced during exam preparation
- Highlight experience with Autopilot and modern provisioning
Exam Tips (MD-102)
- Prioritize device management topics - they carry the highest weight
- Practice Autopilot deployment scenarios extensively
- Use Microsoft Learn free sandbox labs for hands-on practice
- Focus on Intune admin center navigation and policy configuration workflows
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