If you’re preparing for the MB-310: Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance Functional Consultant certification, you’re likely asking:
“What exactly is tested on the exam?”
“How deep does the knowledge need to be?”
“Are the questions multiple-choice or scenario-based?”
This blog will walk you through exactly what to expect — including the exam structure, question formats, topic areas, and the mindset needed to succeed.
What Is the MB-310 Certification?
The MB-310 exam is a core certification in the Dynamics 365 Finance Functional Consultant track. It validates your ability to:
- Configure finance modules in D365 Finance
- Translate business requirements into ERP solutions
- Collaborate with developers and solution architects
- Manage implementation, testing, and support scenarios
Who is it for?
Functional consultants, ERP analysts, and finance professionals working on (or transitioning into) Microsoft Dynamics 365 projects.
Exam Format: What You’ll Face on Test Day
Key Topic Areas (Based on Microsoft’s Official Blueprint)
Note: Many questions combine multiple domains in one scenario — e.g., budgeting + AP or fixed assets + GL setup.
Types of Questions You’ll Encounter
1. Scenario-Based MCQs
Example:
“A client wants to track CapEx and restrict overspending on department budgets. Which feature should you configure?”
You’ll choose from close options like:
- Posting profiles
- Budget control
- Ledger allocation
- Workflow approvals
These questions test your ability to match business needs to system features.
2. Case Studies
You’ll get a multi-page client case with business goals, current systems, and workflows. Then, answer 4–5 questions based on it.
Example:
“How should depreciation be tracked across legal entities with different calendars?”
This simulates real-world consulting work — not just textbook theory.
3. Drag-and-Drop Sequences
You’ll be asked to arrange a sequence of configuration steps, such as:
- Set up chart of accounts
- Create financial dimensions
- Assign to legal entity
- Configure account structures
These assess your grasp of end-to-end configuration logic.
4. Knowledge-Based (Factual) Questions
A smaller portion of the exam focuses on pure facts:
Examples:
- Which report shows AP aging?
- What’s the purpose of value models in fixed assets?
These are typically easier but appear less frequently.
What You Need to Know (And Apply)
It’s not just “Where is the button?” — it’s when, why, and how to configure it for real business scenarios.
How to Prepare Effectively
- Use scenario-based practice tests
- Set up a trial D365 environment or use the Microsoft Learn sandbox
- Focus on high-weight topic areas
- Don’t just memorize — simulate business cases
🎯 Need a structured approach?
Explore our MB-310 Practice Kit, aligned with the 2025 exam pattern.
Final Thoughts
The MB-310 exam isn’t just about getting certified —
It’s about proving you can solve real financial problems using Dynamics 365 Finance.
If you go in with:
- A functional mindset
- Scenario-based practice
- Hands-on D365 exposure
…you won’t just pass — you’ll stand out as a capable finance consultant ready for enterprise challenges.
📞 Need Help Structuring Your Study Plan?
Join our live MB-310 bootcamp or book a 1:1 prep call at mindcurve.online