MB-310
Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Finance Functional Consultant Associate (Exam MB-310)
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The Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Finance Functional Consultant Associate is an intermediate-level, role-based certification for professionals who analyze and translate financial business requirements into processes and solutions on Dynamics 365 finance and operations apps. Candidates are expected to have a foundational understanding of accounting principles and financial operations, plus awareness of how finance work intersects with manufacturing, retail, supply chain, service-based operations, and other core tasks. The credential targets functional consultants who specialize in one or more areas of Dynamics 365 Finance, spanning the general ledger, cash and bank management, and tax through receivables, credit and collections, payables, expense management, budgeting, fixed assets and asset leasing, cost accounting, and consolidation. The associated exam, MB-310, is proctored, allows 100 minutes, and may include interactive components in addition to multiple-choice items. Microsoft's published preparation path includes the MB-310 study guide, an exam sandbox that demonstrates the look and feel of the testing interface, and a practice assessment delivered through AI Skills Navigator. The certification is valid for 12 months and is renewed at no cost by passing an online assessment on Microsoft Learn.
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How long is the MB-310 exam, and what question types does it use?
You get 100 minutes to complete the assessment. The exam is proctored and may include interactive components alongside standard items, so budget time for hands-on style tasks rather than assuming it is purely multiple choice. Microsoft offers an exam sandbox so you can practice the interface before test day.
What happens if I fail on my first attempt?
You can retake the exam 24 hours after the first attempt. For subsequent retakes, the waiting period varies, so do not assume a single consistent gap between all attempts. Check Microsoft's exam retake policy page for the current details before rescheduling.
How long does the certification stay valid, and how do I renew it?
The credential renews on a 12-month frequency. Microsoft role-based certifications expire unless renewed, and renewal is done at no cost by passing an online assessment on Microsoft Learn. You do not need to sit the full exam again to keep the certification active.
How difficult is the exam, and what background should I have?
Microsoft rates the certification at intermediate level. Candidates should already have a foundational understanding of accounting principles and financial operations, plus familiarity with core tasks in Dynamics 365 finance and operations apps across manufacturing, retail, supply chain, and service-based operations. Without that grounding, the finance feature-area content will be hard to absorb.
In what order should I prepare?
Start with the official MB-310 study guide to see the topics covered and any recent updates, then work through the practice assessment on AI Skills Navigator to find weak spots. Use the exam sandbox to get comfortable with the testing interface. Prioritize the finance feature areas you use least in your day-to-day work.
Which account should I use to register for the exam?
Microsoft strongly recommends registering with a personal MSA account. If you register with an organizational work or school AAD account and later leave that organization, your exam records will be lost and cannot be recovered. Registering through Pearson VUE with a personal account avoids that risk.
Is a practice test available, and does it cost anything extra?
A practice assessment is available on AI Skills Navigator with an upgraded experience. You must be signed in to AI Skills Navigator to launch it, so set up your sign-in before you plan a study session. The sandbox demo is separately available if you only want to preview the exam interface.
What languages is the exam offered in?
The exam is offered in English and Japanese. Scheduling is handled through Pearson VUE, and pricing is based on the country or region where the exam is proctored, so confirm both language availability and local pricing when you book.
Are accommodations available for the exam?
Yes. Microsoft states that a variety of accommodations are offered to support candidates. Review the accommodations information and submit a request through the official channel ahead of your scheduled test date, since approval typically needs to be in place before you sit the proctored exam.