Okta Administrator Exam Study Guide

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IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: This exam was discontinued on June 1, 2024. It is no longer available. To earn the Okta Administrator Certification, you can take the Okta Certified Administrator Hands-On Configuration Exam.

Introduction

Congratulations on beginning the process to prepare for your Okta Administrator certification.

This exam study guide is designed to help you prepare for the Okta Administrator Certification Exam. It contains a detailed list of the topics covered on this exam, as well as a list of preparation resources. 

Passing this exam is a requirement for becoming an Okta Certified Administrator. It is also a prerequisite for anyone seeking to become an Okta Certified Consultant.

How to use this study guide

At minimum, we highly recommend that you thoroughly review each topic listed in the Administrator Exam subject areas section of this study guide. Make sure you understand each topic. Every topic within that section relates to at least one question on the exam. If you are not familiar with a topic, research it by either using one of the corresponding preparation resources or searching the Okta Help Center or Okta Product Documentation Library. Some topics are best learned through hands-on experience with the Okta service.

What does it mean to be an Okta Certified Administrator?

Okta Certified Administrators are technically proficient at managing the Okta service. They have extensive knowledge about how Okta enables advanced User Lifecycle Management scenarios involving mobile devices, security policy frameworks, supported SSO options, and advanced directory integration for cloud and on-premises access. Administrators use the Okta Policy framework to control user access, are able to map identity attributes and data transformations using Universal Directory, and troubleshoot issues. 

Who should take the Okta Administrator Exam?

Candidates for the Okta Certified Administrator certification must have taken and passed the Okta Professional E