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Empowering DGA

Empowering DGA Government Entities with Future-Ready Cloud Skills

The Microsoft Cloud Academy is a strategic skilling initiative designed exclusively for officials of DGA government entities. The program equips leaders, managers and technical professionals with the expertise needed to adopt, secure and maximize Microsoft Cloud technologies for digital transformation.

Through a blend of in-person, instructor-led online training and immersive learning experiences, the Academy provides a comprehensive skilling journey across multiple specialized tracks.

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Courses: Fundamentals to
Advanced Cloud Skills

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The DGA Cloud Skilling Plan is a comprehensive initiative built around multiple specialized learning tracks, carefully designed to empower and upskill all learners. The program caters to a diverse audience, ranging from senior leaders shaping strategy to cloud engineers driving technical execution, ensuring that every role across the organization is future-ready for the cloud.

Cloud Essentials for Business Managers

  • Audience: Senior Leaders & Managers
  • Format: In-person
  • Duration: 1 Day
  • Course Starts: Nov 2025

AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals

  • Audience: Technical Managers & Engineers
  • Format: Instructor led Online
  • Duration: 1 Day
  • Course Starts: Nov 2025

AZ-104: Microsoft Azure Administrator

  • Audience: Azure & Cloud Administrators
  • Format: Instructor led Online
  • Duration: 4 Days
  • Course Starts: Nov 2025

AZ-500: Microsoft Azure Security Administrator

  • Audience: Cloud Security Engineers
  • Format: Instructor led Online
  • Duration: 4 Days
  • Course Starts: Dec 2025

AI & Microsoft Copilot Introduction

  • Audience: Business Users & End Users
  • Format: Instructor led Online
  • Duration: 4 Hours
  • Course Starts: Nov 2025

FAQs

Who can join the Microsoft Cloud Academy?

The Academy is open exclusively to employees and officials from DGA government entities who want to enhance their skills in Microsoft Cloud, AI, and Security technologies.

How do I register for a course?

You can register on this website by clicking on the REGISTER NOW button.

Which course should I choose?

Courses are tailored for different roles - from business leaders and managers to technical professionals. “Cloud Essentials” suits leaders and managers, and the courses are bifurcated based on IT or Non-IT in the registration form.

Are the sessions online or in-person?

The Academy offers both. Introductory and leadership sessions will be in-person, while most technical sessions are instructor-led online trainings.

How long are the courses?

Each course varies in duration - from short half-day sessions on AI & Copilot to multi-day technical trainings like AZ-104 or AZ-500.

Will I receive any certification or proof of completion?

Yes. Upon completion, participants receive an official certificate of participation, and select tracks help you prepare for Microsoft certification exams.

Do I need technical experience to join?

Not all courses require prior experience. Business-focused and AI introduction sessions are designed for all levels, while technical tracks assume some background knowledge.

What resources or materials will I get?

Participants gain access to official Microsoft learning content, lab environments, and post-session materials for continued learning.

How can I get technical help or support?

For assistance, please contact the Help Center or email dgaeducation@specnt.com

Who delivers the training?

Training is delivered by Microsoft Certified Trainers (MCTs) from Spectrum Networks, a Microsoft Authorized Learning Partner with extensive experience in enterprise upskilling.

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