The AZ-305 is where Azure professionals graduate from managing infrastructure to designing it. Solutions Architects own the blueprints — they decide how identity, data, business continuity, and compute come together into systems that actually scale. This Expert-level cert is a prerequisite for the Azure Expert MSP advanced specialization, making it one of the highest-leverage credentials in the Microsoft partner ecosystem. Partners with AZ-305-certified architects on staff qualify for premium managed services engagements that smaller firms can't touch. If you already hold AZ-104, this is the natural next step that transforms you from someone who runs Azure into someone who designs Azure. The combination of Infrastructure designation contribution and MSP specialization eligibility makes this cert a career multiplier.
291 questions organized across 10 focused study days. Each day targets a specific exam domain with detailed explanations.
AZ-305 covers 8 functional areas. Study time is weighted by topic importance to help you focus where it matters most.