Certification Roadmap
Azure Beginner to Admin
The direct route from zero Azure experience to the core admin credential. AZ-900 establishes cloud and Azure fundamentals, AZ-104 is the most in-demand Azure certification — validating the hands-on administration skills that employers hire for.
6–12 Months$85,000–$120,000
Microsoft Azure
01
Study time
40–60 hours
Exam cost
$99
$50,000–$70,000
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Price varies
AZ-900 establishes your Azure and cloud fundamentals. It covers the core services, pricing, and governance concepts you need before managing real Azure environments.
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Study time
80–120 hours
Exam cost
$165
$95,000–$125,000
Get the Study Guide →
Price varies
AZ-104 is the most in-demand Azure certification. It validates hands-on administration skills across subscriptions, storage, virtual machines, networking, and identity — the core skills Azure employers hire for.