Exam Overview & DescriptionExam Name: Oracle NetSuite SuiteFoundation Specialist Duration: 90 minutes Structure: Multiple‑choice, covering a broad scope of foundational NetSuite functionality Purpose: Validates a baseline level of knowledge and proficiency in using the NetSuite ERP platform — especially core system setup, data and record management, transactions, workflows, reporting, and security
The exam ensures that a candidate understands how to navigate the NetSuite interface, manage master data (customers, vendors, items, etc.), handle transactions (sales, purchasing, invoicing, payments), configure company and system settings, and perform basic reporting and data management tasks. Who It’s Ideal ForThis certification is especially suited to: Individuals new to NetSuite who wish to demonstrate competence with the platform. Those with a few months of practical NetSuite exposure or with general ERP/accounting software experience. Professionals in junior ERP‑admin, operations support, finance/ accounting support, inventory/trading operations, or data roles in organizations using NetSuite. Anyone planning to build their career with NetSuite — as a base before advancing to more specialized roles (administrator, consultant, developer).
Key TopicWhen preparing for N16300GC10, expect to be tested on the following areas: Platform Navigation & UI Basics — Navigating the NetSuite user interface, understanding workspace tools, global search, user‑level preferences, and general navigation options. Setup & Administration — Configuring company settings and preferences; enabling and managing core NetSuite features; system configuration basics. User & Role Management — Setting up user accounts, managing roles and permissions, controlling access, handling security and audit‑trail features. Master Data Management — Managing core records: customers, vendors, employees/partners, standard record types. Item & Inventory Management — Configuring item types (inventory, non‑inventory, service items), understanding impact of item settings on inventory and transactions. Transactions / Sales & Purchasing Workflows — Processing orders, invoices, sales, bills, payments; understanding transaction flow, sales/purchase cycles, and their downstream effects (e.g. inventory, general ledger). Reporting & Analytics — Using built‑in reporting tools, creating saved‑searches and dashboards, running standard reports. Data Import/Export & Management — Importing/exporting data (e.g. via CSV), data migration strategies, managing data records and lists. Customization & Basic Configuration (UI/Forms/Records) — Customizing forms, fields or records at a foundational level (as covered under basic configuration modules). Business Process Fundamentals / General ERP Concepts — Understanding standard business/ERP processes as they apply in NetSuite, like record lifecycles, transaction flows, inventory impact, and financial basics.
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