The BCS Practitioner Certificate in Data Management Essentials introduces the practices that underpin effective data management. Organisations rely on accurate, well-managed data to support decision-making, operations and business change. Aligned to the official BCS certification, this course develops knowledge across data administration, database management and repository administration, helping you contribute more effectively to data-focused activities within your organisation.
BCS Certificate in Data Management Essentials
Apply data management principles in business change environments
Designed for professionals who need a broader understanding of how organisational data is managed, this course explores the key disciplines that support effective data management. You’ll gain insight into the processes and controls involved in managing data resources, while developing knowledge that can support data-related initiatives, governance activities and day-to-day operational responsibilities across the business.
Learning objectives
- Understand data management responsibilities
- Recognise key data management functions
- Support organisational data initiatives
- Understand database management concepts
- Apply data administration principles
- Understand repository administration
- Contribute to data governance activities
What you'll learn
This course provides an introduction to the disciplines that support the effective management of organisational data. You’ll explore the structures, controls and practices used to manage data resources, while building an understanding of the activities performed across data management, database administration and repository administration functions.
Data management principles
Explore the purpose of data management within an organisation, including its responsibilities, supporting structures and governance activities. You’ll examine concepts such as data architecture, management frameworks and the role of the data charter in guiding data-related activities.
Managing data resources
Develop an understanding of how data is analysed and controlled throughout its lifecycle. Topics include metadata, data quality considerations, naming conventions and approaches that support the integrity and effective use of organisational data.
Database environments
Learn about the administration and management of database environments, including physical data design, database management systems and performance considerations. This aspect of the course introduces the operational responsibilities associated with maintaining database platforms.
Repository management
Understand how repositories and data dictionaries support the management of information assets. You’ll explore repository features, change control activities and approaches used to maintain consistency and control across data-related information.
Wider data landscape
Examine the different environments in which data management activities take place, including operational systems, data warehousing, data mining environments and web-based systems. This broader perspective helps place data management within the wider technology landscape.
What's included
- Accredited training for BCS Practitioner Certificate in Data Management Essentials
- BCS Practitioner Certificate in Data Management Essentials exam
- Guidance from our experienced trainers
Key facts
Certification
BCS Practitioner Certificate in Data Management Essentials.
Who it’s for
This certification is relevant to anyone requiring an understanding of data and database management.
Prerequisites
There are no specific prerequisites for entry to this course.
Exam information
The examination is a one-hour scenario-based written exam with 15 minutes’ reading time. It is open book and requires a pass mark of 50%.
Optional extras
Pass Protect exam insurance
Pre-course
There are no pre-course requirements for this training.
Dive into the detail of the course by looking at the syllabus below.
Data management introduction
- The role and authority of data management
- The data charter
- Roles and responsibilities within data management
- Data architecture concepts
- Data management tools and techniques
Data administration
- Data analysis and data usage
- Data definition
- Metadata principles
- Quality assurance and naming conventions
- Ensuring data integrity
- Managing data replication
- Data privacy, security and recovery
- Impact of packages on data administration
- Data modelling (project vs corporate)
- Functional analysis role
- ‘Data over time’ issues
Data administration
- Physical data design
- Design of non-traditional databases
- DBMS selection
- Managing the DBMS
- Performance measurement and tuning
- Distributed DBMS issues
- Client and server issues
Repository information
- The role of the data dictionary
- Project vs corporate dictionary issues
- Data dictionary and repository product features
- Change control
- Securing the data dictionary
The scope of the data management function
- ‘Structured data’ operational systems
- Data warehousing, OLAP and data mining systems
- Multi-media systems
- Internet and intranet-based systems
- Object management
FAQs
This course helps you understand how organisations manage data as a structured business resource. You’ll explore the key disciplines involved in maintaining data, from governance and administration through to the controls that support quality, security and effective use. By completing the certification, you’ll develop a clearer view of the processes that underpin effective data management.
What will I learn on the BCS Certificate in Data Management Essentials course?
On this course, you’ll learn how organisations manage data as a structured and valuable business resource. It explores the controls that support effective data governance, from maintaining data quality and integrity to managing metadata, security and data architecture. This gives you a clearer understanding of how well-managed data supports operational reliability and wider business change.
Who should take the BCS Data Management Essentials certification?
The certification is relevant to anyone who requires an understanding of data or database management. It is suitable for professionals looking to build knowledge of how organisational data is managed, controlled and maintained across a business environment.
How can data management skills help my career?
The course provides knowledge of the roles and responsibilities that support effective data management. By developing a broader understanding of how organisational data resources are managed, learners can strengthen their contribution to data-focused initiatives, governance activities and operational processes within their organisation.
Is this a recognised data management certification?
Yes. This is a professional certification from BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT. It is also one of the modules that can contribute towards the BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis, a globally recognised route to develop and evidence your business analysis capability.
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