AZ-104: Microsoft Azure Administrator - Blended Learning
Overview
This course teaches IT Professionals how to manage their Azure subscriptions, secure identities, administer the infrastructure, configure virtual networking, connect Azure and on-premises sites, manage network traffic, implement storage solutions, create and scale virtual machines, implement web apps and containers, back up and share data, and monitor your solution.
Who should attend
This course is for Azure Administrators. The Azure Administrator implements, manages, and monitors identity, governance, storage, compute, and virtual networks in a cloud environment. The Azure Administrator will provision, size, monitor, and adjust resources as appropriate.
Prerequisites
Successful Azure Administrators start this role with experience on operating systems, virtualization, cloud infrastructure, storage structures, and networking.
- Understanding of on-premises virtualization technologies, including: VMs, virtual networking, and virtual hard disks.
- Understanding of network configuration, including TCP/IP, Domain Name System (DNS), virtual private networks (VPNs), firewalls, and encryption technologies.
- Understanding of Active Directory concepts, including domains, forests, domain controllers, replication, Kerberos protocol, and Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP).
- Understanding of resilience and disaster recovery, including backup and restore operations.
What you'll learn
This course forms part of our Microsoft Blended Learning Series where you can enjoy all the flexible benefits of self-led online learning with the comfort of expert virtual instructor led training and exam prep. Included is:
- E-learning modules
- Virtual Expert ACE Coaching
- Microsoft Official Curriculum (MOC) + Online Labs
- Exam Voucher
Course content
E-learning Modules:
- Administer infrastructure resources in Azure
- Architect storage infrastructure in Azure
- Architect network infrastructure in Azure
- Architect infrastructure operations in Azure
- Architect compute infrastructure in Azure
- Manage resources in Azure
- Manage identity and access in Azure Active Directory
- Manage security operations in Azure
- Implement resource management security in Azure
- Administer containers in Azure
Live Virtual Coaching
- 1.5 days live virtual coaching with exam prep - please select a scheduled date that suits.
Exam
- Exam voucher valid for Online Proctoring or via a New Zealand Pearson Vue test centre.
Common questions
When does AZ-104: Microsoft Azure Administrator - Blended Learning next run?
The next date is Wed, 23 Sept 2026. Delivered live online. Every date and its format is listed on this page.
How much does AZ-104: Microsoft Azure Administrator - Blended Learning cost?
From $1,495 + GST per person. Pricing can differ by date and location, so check the option you want before booking.
Do I need any prior experience?
Successful Azure Administrators start this role with experience on operating systems, virtualization, cloud infrastructure, storage structures, and networking. Understanding of on-premises virtualization technologies, including: VMs, virtual networking, and virtual hard disks.
Can I attend online, or does it have to be in a classroom?
This course runs live online, so you can join from anywhere in New Zealand.
Can you run this course for my team?
Yes. Any ACE course can be delivered in-house at your workplace and tailored to your team's tools and goals — quote course code AZ104-Blended when you enquire.
