Hi
in fact, you can complete both parts 2 and 3 of architect exam, but Oracle won't tell everybody you have ocmjea certification until you fulfill the mandatory course. I think
you should go ahead, complete your assignment while you have time (and patience), and take the essay exam. Even if Oracle don't give you your architect title, you can print your certview page showing you have passed on 3 exams. And, in the future, when you become a rich
java architect, you can take the course and fulfill the requirement