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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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    ISC2

    Access Control

    Skills you'll gain: Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Identity and Access Management, Data Security, Security Controls, User Provisioning, Network Security, Data Access, Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication, Computer Security

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    37 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    I

    Infosec

    Python for Active Defense

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Detection, Cyber Security Strategy, System Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Cyber Operations, Continuous Monitoring, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Python Programming, Scripting, Scripting Languages

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    86 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
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    C

    CentraleSupélec

    Build Your First Android App (Project-Centered Course)

    Skills you'll gain: Android Studio, Android Development, Android (Operating System), Storyboarding, Application Design, Mobile Development, Application Development, Java, User Interface (UI) Design, UI Components, Java Programming, Software Documentation, Event-Driven Programming, Interactive Design, Development Environment, Software Installation, User Centered Design

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    2K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado System

    Advanced System Security Topics

    Skills you'll gain: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Security Controls, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Information and Technology, Encryption, Data Security, Network Security, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Web Applications, Wireless Networks

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    377 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    T

    Total Seminars

    PenTest Planning & Information Gathering

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Testing, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Test Planning, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management Framework, Scope Management, Network Analysis, Technical Communication, Drive Engagement, OSI Models, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Functional Programming Principles in Scala

    Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Functional Design, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Code Reusability, Other Programming Languages, Computational Logic

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    8.3K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Packt

    Introduction to Azure Security and Identity Access

    Skills you'll gain: User Provisioning, Remote Access Systems, User Accounts, Authorization (Computing), Enterprise Application Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    I

    Infosec

    CISSP Domain 2: Asset Security

    Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Information Assurance, Data Governance, Data Loss Prevention, Data Management, Data Integrity, Threat Management, Data Storage, Security Controls, Threat Detection, Encryption, Identity and Access Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    E

    EDUCBA

    Equity Valuation and Portfolio Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Working Capital, Portfolio Management, Revenue Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Cash Flows, Financial Modeling, Investment Management, Income Statement, Pharmaceuticals, Financial Data, Business Valuation, Cash Flow Forecasting, Financial Reporting, Equities, Balance Sheet, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Financial Forecasting, Private Equity

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    U

    University of Cape Town

    Becoming a changemaker: Introduction to Social Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, Design Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Social Impact, Entrepreneurship, Resourcefulness, Innovation, Problem Solving, Intercultural Competence, Systems Thinking, Community Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Structure, Resource Utilization, Organizational Change, Program Evaluation, Empowerment, Growth Strategies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    I

    IBM

    Developing Interpersonal Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Active Listening, Trustworthiness, Conflict Management, Assertiveness, Communication, Professionalism, Rapport Building, Professional Development, Communication Strategies, Influencing, Empathy, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Attributes, People Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    3.3K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    M

    Michigan State University

    Script Writing: Write a Pilot Episode for a TV or Web Series (Project-Centered Course)

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Writing and Editing, Editing, Storytelling

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    795 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Access Control: ISC2
  • Python for Active Defense: Infosec
  • Build Your First Android App (Project-Centered Course): CentraleSupélec
  • Advanced System Security Topics: University of Colorado System
  • PenTest Planning & Information Gathering : Total Seminars
  • Functional Programming Principles in Scala: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Introduction to Azure Security and Identity Access: Packt
  • CISSP Domain 2: Asset Security: Infosec
  • Equity Valuation and Portfolio Analysis: EDUCBA
  • Becoming a changemaker: Introduction to Social Innovation: University of Cape Town

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