Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Scientist Associate

Intermediate Level

The Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Scientist Associate validates your expertise in designing and implementing data science solutions using Azure tools, including machine learning, data analysis, and AI workflows.
The Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Scientist Associate certification is designed for professionals who specialize in data science and machine learning on the Azure platform. It validates skills in designing environments, exploring data, training models, implementing pipelines, running jobs, and managing, deploying, and monitoring scalable machine learning solutions, as well as using language models for AI applications.
Candidates need knowledge of Azure Machine Learning, MLflow, Azure AI, AI Search, and AI Services, making it suitable for those with at least one year of experience in these areas.

Course Summary:

Designing and Implementing a Data Science Solution on Azure equips you with hands-on skills to build, deploy, and manage end-to-end data science workflows using Azure Machine Learning.

The Azure Data Scientist Associate plays a key role in driving innovation, enhancing customer experiences, boosting revenue, and maintaining a competitive edge for their organization. By fostering a data-driven culture, data scientists apply scientific methodologies and algorithms to analyze complex business challenges, uncover insights, and identify opportunities that align with organizational objectives.

Fees:

RM2,499 – RM3,374

Intakes:

10-13 Mar 2025 | 9-12 Jun 2025

Skills measured:

  • Design and prepare a machine learning solution 20–25%
  • Explore data, and run experiments 20–25% 
  • Train and deploy models 25–30% 
  • Optimize language models for AI applications 25–30% 

Who is this for?

  • Data scientists

  • Machine learning engineers 

  • AI specialists 

Why validate your expertise in data science with Microsoft?

Microsoft announced a US$2.2 billion investment in Malaysia for cloud and AI infrastructure, which will create job opportunities for data scientists and machine learning professionals. (Microsoft Blog)
The Malaysia Digital Economy Blueprint plans to develop 30,000 data professionals by 2025, emphasizing the government’s commitment to AI and machine learning skills. (Malaysia Digital Economy Blueprint)
According to a 365 DataScience article, Microsoft Azure skills are the most in-demand, with 28.5% of job postings requiring proficiency in this platform—outpacing other tools and technologies.

Industry-Recognized Validation of Azure Expertise:

This certification is a Microsoft-endorsed credential that proves mastery of Azure’s data science ecosystem. Employers prioritize candidates with verified skills in Azure Machine Learning, MLflow, and Azure AI services, as these tools dominate enterprise cloud-based AI/ML workflows.

High Demand for Azure-Centric AI/ML Skill:

With Azure being a top cloud platform, expertise in Azure AI Search, AI Services, and language models (e.g., GPT, Azure OpenAI) positions you for roles in generative AI, intelligent apps, and enterprise AI solutions—areas experiencing explosive growth and investment.

Competitive Edge in End-to-End ML Solutions:

The certification validates your ability to design, deploy, and monitor scalable ML pipelines—a critical skill as businesses seeks professionals who can handle the full lifecycle of ML models (from data exploration to production deployment). This bridges the gap between theoretical ML and operationalized AI.

Alignment with Cutting-Edge Tools and Best Practices:

The certification ensures proficiency in MLflow for model tracking and Azure’s MLOps frameworks, which are essential for reproducible, compliant, and collaborative AI workflows. Organizations value these skills to maintain governance and scalability in AI initiatives.

Why choose Trainocate?

As an authorized Microsoft training partner and winner of the 2024 Microsoft Training Partner of the Year award, Trainocate offers expert-led training and access to industry-recognized resources, ensuring you are fully equipped to pursue your certification. With our support, you’ll gain the confidence and skills needed to succeed in Microsoft AI.

Certification Details

Level:

Intermediate

Duration:

100 minutes

Price:

$83 USD

Product:

Azure

Subject:

Machine learning

Role:

Data Scientist

Language offered:

English, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified), Korean, German, Chinese (Traditional), French, Spanish, Portuguese (Brazil), Russian, Arabic (Saudi Arabia), Italian, Indonesian (Indonesia)

Open up new possibilities for your career

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

It validates skills in building, deploying, and managing machine learning models using Azure services like Machine Learning and Databricks.

Data scientists, AI developers, and professionals working with Azure AI/ML tools.

Microsoft recommends 1-2 years of experience in data science and familiarity with Azure.

Take the DP-100 course, practice with Azure Labs, and review Microsoft Learn modules.

40-60 questions, multiple-choice/case studies, 100 minutes, available online or at test centers.

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