Management / License Management

Microsoft Licensing - Intermediate Level

Learn Microsoft licensing principles at an intermediate level. EITT training covers key products, licensing agreements and best management practices.

Why choose this training?

Growing market demands mean that, managerial competencies have become a critical asset. Learn Microsoft licensing principles at an intermediate level. EITT training covers key products, licensing agreements and best management practices.

Upon completion, participants will be able to: Knowledge in selecting and purchasing the right Microsoft licenses for the organization, Know how to minimize the costs incurred on licenses by making optimizations, Understand licensing and optimal software management for virtual and hybrid environments. These competencies directly translate into higher effectiveness in business processes.

This training is particularly valuable for: Individuals involved in organizational licensing and/or participating in the software management (SAM) process.

What makes our approach unique?

The EITT approach is based on hands-on experience and practical exercises. Over 2 days of intensive training, participants work on real-world examples and scenarios, ensuring not only theoretical understanding but practical application skills.

With over 2,500 trainings in our portfolio and a 4.8/5 participant rating, EITT is a trusted partner in IT competency development for organizations of all sizes. Our trainers are experienced practitioners who share up-to-date knowledge and proven solutions.

Looking for training tailored to your team’s needs? Contact us — we’ll prepare a program customized to your requirements.

Benefits

Knowledge in selecting and purchasing the right Microsoft licenses for the organization
Know how to minimize the costs incurred on licenses by making optimizations
Understand licensing and optimal software management for virtual and hybrid environments

Who is this training for?

Individuals involved in organizational licensing and/or participating in the software management (SAM) process

Training program

Microsoft licensing models overview — per core, per user, per device licenses, subscriptions, Software Assurance (SA)
Volume agreements — Enterprise Agreement (EA), MPSA, CSP, Open License, Select Plus — comparison, when each is most cost-effective
Windows Server licensing — editions (Standard, Datacenter), virtualization rights, hybrid scenarios
SQL Server licensing — editions (Standard, Enterprise), per core model, Server+CAL, license mobility rights
Virtualization and licensing — OSE rights, license stacking, Datacenter unlimited VMs, Azure Hybrid Benefit
Exercises: Windows Server and SQL Server license calculation for virtual scenarios — cost optimization

Microsoft 365 licensing — plans (Business, Enterprise E1/E3/E5), components, add-ons, feature comparison
Azure licensing — billing models (pay-as-you-go, Reserved Instances, Savings Plans), Azure Hybrid Benefit
Hybrid environments — license migration to the cloud, dual-use rights, Software Assurance in the Azure context
License cost optimization — identifying surplus licenses, right-sizing, EA agreement renegotiation
Microsoft audit preparation — SAM tools (MAP Toolkit, SCCM), inventory, compliance reporting
Exercises: organizational licensing scenario analysis — identifying savings and non-compliance risks

Delivery Methods

Online

Convenience of participating from anywhere
Interactive live sessions with trainer
Materials available for 30 days
No travel costs

On-site

Direct contact with trainer and group
Intensive hands-on workshops
Networking with other participants
Full focus on learning

Frequently asked questions

What are the prerequisites for this training?

The Microsoft Licensing - Intermediate Level training does not require specialized prior knowledge. Basic IT knowledge is sufficient.

What is the format and duration of this training?

The training lasts 2 days and is available in online and on-site format. Sessions run from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. We can also customize the schedule to fit your team's needs.

Who is this training designed for?

This training is designed for: Individuals involved in organizational licensing and/or participating in the software management (SAM) process.