Modern Apple Platform Admin: macOS & iOS Essentials

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English
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4 weeks, 10 hours a week

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This specialization features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the specialization. Master Apple device management for enterprise and education with this practical specialization. Build hands-on skills in macOS, iOS, MDM, and automated deployment to confidently support and secure Apple platforms. Start with core iOS and macOS concepts—hardware, troubleshooting, storage, and security—before progressing to advanced macOS setup, server features, scripting, and recovery. Learn essential tools like Apple Configurator, Apple Business Manager, and Mosyle MDM. Work through real-world projects such as BYOD rollouts, zero-touch MacBook deployments, and shared iPad configurations. Each scenario strengthens your understanding of automated enrollments, SSO, app deployment, and Apple’s enterprise ecosystem. Created for IT admins, tech support staff, and system engineers, this intermediate specialization requires basic computer knowledge but no prior Apple admin experience. Ideal for anyone looking to advance in Apple ecosystem management. By the end of the specialization, you will be able to confidently manage Apple devices using MDM platforms, implement secure deployment strategies, and troubleshoot macOS and iOS environments across diverse organizational needs.

Syllabus

Course 1: Core Apple Device Admin: iOS, macOS, & MDM Essentials
Course 2: Apple Device Deployment Projects – Hands-On Implementation
Course 3: Advanced Apple Platform Security, Integrations, & Management

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5 hours 50 minutes
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This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. Take your Apple device management skills to the next level with advanced strategies for securing, integrating, and managing Apple platforms in professional environments. This course offers hands-on guidance using industry tools like Mosyle Fuse, Deploy Pro, and Apple Business Manager to address modern enterprise needs. You’ll begin by exploring advanced security protocols, including device hardening, compliance management, and malware detection for iOS and macOS. From there, you'll dive into managing Apple Intelligence on devices via MDM, followed by application lifecycle management using Deploy Pro and Mosyle integrations. The course also covers AppleTV management, beta software workflows using AppleSeed for IT, and using evaluation utilities for performance assessments. Community resources and certification guidance round out your learning journey. This course is ideal for experienced IT professionals and Apple administrators who want to deepen their expertise. Prior experience with MDM platforms and Apple ecosystem tools is strongly recommended. By the end of the course, you will be able to implement enterprise-grade Apple security protocols, manage Apple Intelligence features, integrate app deployment platforms, and evaluate device performance for continuous improvement.
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8 hours 25 minutes
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This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. Master the end-to-end process of Apple device deployment across a variety of real-world business scenarios. This hands-on course guides you through configuring, enrolling, securing, and deploying iPhones, iPads, and macOS devices at scale using practical, project-based lessons. You’ll begin by exploring Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) and 1:1 iPad deployments, learning to set up user enrollment, app self-service, and pilot testing. From there, the course walks through Shared iPad rollouts and introduces macOS enrollment strategies, including supervised restrictions, app provisioning, and account management. Next, you’ll tackle advanced deployment models like Zero Touch MacBook rollouts, Mac computer labs, and MDM migrations. Each project builds your expertise with organizational coordination, Apple Business Manager, and device management workflows. This course is ideal for IT professionals, system administrators, and school or enterprise tech leads seeking to implement Apple device deployments. Intermediate-level experience with mobile device management (MDM) is recommended. By the end of the course, you will be able to configure Apple device enrollments, implement supervision restrictions, manage pilot deployments, and migrate between MDM platforms with confidence.
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14 hours 33 minutes
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This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. In this course, you'll gain comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience in managing Apple devices. Whether you’re an IT professional or an organization looking to streamline device administration, you’ll learn how to configure, secure, and troubleshoot iOS and macOS devices. By exploring both the hardware and software management of iPhones, iPads, and Macs, this course covers everything from system setups to advanced device management techniques. You’ll also dive into Mobile Device Management (MDM) with Apple’s ecosystem, using tools like Apple Configurator and Mosyle MDM to efficiently manage devices in business and educational environments. The course begins by laying a solid foundation in iOS and macOS management, covering device activation, privacy, and security. You’ll progress into managing multiple devices using Apple Configurator, with a deep dive into deployment and asset management. As you move forward, you’ll learn advanced macOS client management, explore server features, and gain expertise in tools like Apple Remote Desktop for efficient device control. Additionally, you will understand how to integrate with Apple Business Manager and leverage MDM solutions for seamless device management. This course is ideal for IT administrators, network specialists, and those working in tech support roles. If you’re seeking to enhance your skills in managing Apple devices across diverse environments, this course is for you. The content is designed for intermediate learners, so prior experience with Apple devices and basic IT concepts is recommended. By the end of the course, you will be able to confidently configure, manage, and secure both iOS and macOS devices using Apple’s management tools, troubleshoot hardware and software issues, deploy devices efficiently in enterprise settings, and leverage MDM systems to streamline operations and ensure security.