Course Dates
19th November 2025 (½ days) - 09:00 to 13:30 (UK Time)
20th November 2025 (½ days) - 09:00 to 13:30 (UK Time)
Course Overview
This training course provides a comprehensive understanding of Microsoft licensing models and agreements. Participants will learn about the various licensing options available for different Microsoft products, including Windows & SQL Server, Microsoft 365 + Copilot, Power Platform, and Azure services.
The course covers key concepts such as volume licensing, subscription-based models, new licensing metrics, and areas of risk - ensuring that attendees can make informed decisions about the best licensing strategies for their organisations.
Course Format
This on-line course is run over two half days and include group discussions and exercises that are highly interactive. Our instructor has trained clients, partners, and Microsoft staff all around the world for several years and he will share his knowledge and experiences. Please come prepared to share your ideas, challenges, and ask questions! We will take regular breaks through the day, so there is plenty of time to catch up with email and calls.
Course contents
While the specifics of the day can be tailored to what is most relevant for attendees on the day, the syllabus includes:
- Recent changes to licensing & pricing
- Licensing programs & Software Assurance
- Negotiation strategies
- Windows Server licensing
- SQL Server licensing
- Microsoft 365
- Copilot & Copilot Studio
- Power Platform
- Microsoft Azure
- Microsoft Fabric
- Pay As You Go (PAYG) billing models
- Licensing for cloud and hybrid environments
Course OutcomesBy the end of this Microsoft Licensing Training Course, participants will have a thorough understanding of the various Microsoft licensing models and agreements. They will be able to identify the most cost-effective licensing options for their organisations and ensure compliance with licensing terms and conditions.
Attendees will gain practical skills in managing and optimising software licenses, enabling them to make informed decisions that maximize the value of their investments in Microsoft products. Additionally, participants will be equipped to handle real-world licensing challenges and will have the confidence to advise their organisations on best practices for software asset management.
Who Should attend?
- Leadership: Technology leaders and executives who want to gain a better understanding of Microsoft's portfolio, roadmap, and future direction.
- SAM/ITAM: Anyone responsible for managing Microsoft software within an organisation will find a wealth of information in this course to help in their day to day role.
- Procurement: People involved in purchasing/negotiating Microsoft software will learn several tips to help optimise the next engagement
- Enterprise Architects: Architects (and others) who design technology solutions that include or interact with Microsoft products will learn how to avoid common pitfalls.
- FinOps Practitioners: As Azure and Bring Your Own Licensing (BYOL) continues to grow with Microsoft, FinOps and Cloud practitioners will find this course very useful.
Course Prerequisites
This course is open to, and useful for, anyone working with Microsoft licensing.
About your instructor
Rich Gibbons, Synyega
Throughout his 20 year career, Rich has trained 100s of organisations of all types & sizes across 3 continents in-person - and even more online. He has extensive experience of Microsoft licensing, products, and business operations.
Rich is a regular speaker and evangelist on Microsoft licensing and ITAM, and is an active contributor at the FinOps Foundation. Rich is well-known and respected for his knowledge, training skills, and thought leadership around Microsoft, cloud, and asset management.
Why choose Synyega for your training needs
We ensure our training courses are as current as possible, meaning they are constantly revised and updated to give you the best information possible. Our experts empower our clients to discover, optimise & manage their cloud and software investments through our multi award-winning services
