Microsoft announced a new Dynamics 365 certification on October 16, 2026: Microsoft Certified: Supply Chain Management AI Consultant Associate, earned through Exam AB-330: Implementing AI-Powered Supply Chain Operations with Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management, now in beta. Microsoft Learn lists it at US$165, 100 minutes, English only, with a passing score of 700. Microsoft also says MB-330 and the Supply Chain Management Functional Consultant Associate certification retire on February 1, 2027.
Who this affects
- Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management consultants who implement end-to-end supply chain processes and the product’s AI-enabled features.
- Anyone studying for MB-330: Microsoft says MB-330 and Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management Functional Consultant Associate retire on February 1, 2027, so AB-330 is the replacement path.
- Partners building AB-100 eligibility: AB-100 accepts a list of associate certifications as prerequisites; check our AB-100 guide before assuming AB-330 counts.
What to do now
- Want the beta discount? Microsoft says the first 300 people who take AB-330 (beta) on or before November 15, 2026 get 80% off with the public code ScoreAB330.
- Study from the official guide. The AB-330 study guide covers six business processes. Source to pay is the largest (30 to 35%), followed by inventory to deliver and order to cash (20 to 25% each).
- Expect a wait for results. Beta exams are not scored right away; Microsoft says rescoring starts when the exam goes live, with results about 10 days later.
For the wider Microsoft lineup, see Microsoft AI certifications in 2026 and our AB-100 study guide. Every exam is compared in the AI Certification Requirements Index.
Key dates
| Date | What happens |
|---|---|
| October 16, 2026 | Microsoft announces AB-330 (beta) and the Supply Chain Management AI Consultant Associate certification |
| November 15, 2026 | Last day to take AB-330 (beta) for the 80% discount (first 300 candidates) |
| January 2027 | General availability expected (“Stay tuned for general availability in January 2027”) |
| February 1, 2027 | MB-330 and the Supply Chain Management Functional Consultant Associate certification retire |
Source
- Microsoft Skills Hub blog: New Microsoft Certified: Supply Chain Management AI Consultant Associate (Oct 16, 2026)
- Microsoft Learn: Supply Chain Management AI Consultant Associate (beta) page (price, length, language, passing score)
- Microsoft Learn: AB-330 study guide (skill areas)
Checked against the Microsoft Skills Hub blog and the Microsoft Learn AB-330 certification and study guide pages on October 18, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
What is AB-330?
AB-330, Implementing AI-Powered Supply Chain Operations with Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management, is the exam for Microsoft Certified: Supply Chain Management AI Consultant Associate. It entered beta on October 16, 2026.
How much does AB-330 cost?
Microsoft Learn lists AB-330 at US$165 with 100 minutes to complete it, in English. The first 300 beta candidates who test by November 15, 2026 can get 80% off.
Is MB-330 retiring?
Yes. Microsoft says Exam MB-330 and Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management Functional Consultant Associate retire on February 1, 2027.
When will AB-330 be generally available?
Microsoft says to expect general availability in January 2027.
