Check out a great review of the DAMA-DMBOK at information-management.com. David Haertzen provides a nice chapter by chapter synopsis and a glowing recommendation for the book.
The DAMA Guide to the Data Management Body of Knowledge is now being used as an authoritative source for CDMP exams, as they are being revised to align with the DAMA-DMBOK Framework.
Friday, January 1, 2010
Monday, December 14, 2009
4 New CDMP in Toronto!
Submitted by Deborah Henderson
On November 21 2009 IRMAC (Information Resource Association of Canada) sponsored a CDMP exam session in Toronto. Examinees met at a local library to write their selected exams towards the CDMP. There were eight in attendance and Deborah Henderson (CDMP (M) 2004) was the proctor. Although the weather was cloudy and cool, the examinees where raring to go. Four of the candidates would gain their CDMP if they where successful on this day. All passed! The other two candidates have other exams to write but they also where successful. Congratulations to all!
IRMAC intends to run another exam session with Deborah as proctor on February 21 2010 for those interested.
On November 21 2009 IRMAC (Information Resource Association of Canada) sponsored a CDMP exam session in Toronto. Examinees met at a local library to write their selected exams towards the CDMP. There were eight in attendance and Deborah Henderson (CDMP (M) 2004) was the proctor. Although the weather was cloudy and cool, the examinees where raring to go. Four of the candidates would gain their CDMP if they where successful on this day. All passed! The other two candidates have other exams to write but they also where successful. Congratulations to all!
IRMAC intends to run another exam session with Deborah as proctor on February 21 2010 for those interested.
Sunday, December 13, 2009
Online Course in Data Warehousing Fundamentals - Winter 2010
Edmonds Community College is offering an ONLINE class in Data Warehousing Fundamentals during Winter quarter, 2010. Tim Feetham is the instructor.
The class runs January 4 through March 14th, and the tuition is $447.65. This course is appropriate for both business and I.T. professionals, so if you are planning a data warehousing project at your organization, this is an inexpensive and convenient way to train project team members. This is not specifically an exam-prep course, but it will cover fundamental concepts and terminology to help prepare for the CDMP or CBIP Data Warehousing Exam.
Here's the course description:
Introduction to data warehousing concepts for business and IT professionals. Covers design, development and use of data warehouses for business decisions. Addresses terminology, architectural and management considerations related to data warehouse projects.
To register, go to http://getstarted.edcc.edu/future or contact Eva Smith at esmith@edcc.edu if you have any questions. Registration will be open for this class until December 29th.
NOTE: If you've never taken a class from Edmonds CC before, you will need to complete an online admissions process to get a student number before you can register online for the class. Prerequisites: Familiarity with basic database concepts and data modeling. No placement exams are required.
The class runs January 4 through March 14th, and the tuition is $447.65. This course is appropriate for both business and I.T. professionals, so if you are planning a data warehousing project at your organization, this is an inexpensive and convenient way to train project team members. This is not specifically an exam-prep course, but it will cover fundamental concepts and terminology to help prepare for the CDMP or CBIP Data Warehousing Exam.
Here's the course description:
Introduction to data warehousing concepts for business and IT professionals. Covers design, development and use of data warehouses for business decisions. Addresses terminology, architectural and management considerations related to data warehouse projects.
To register, go to http://getstarted.edcc.edu/future or contact Eva Smith at esmith@edcc.edu if you have any questions. Registration will be open for this class until December 29th.
NOTE: If you've never taken a class from Edmonds CC before, you will need to complete an online admissions process to get a student number before you can register online for the class. Prerequisites: Familiarity with basic database concepts and data modeling. No placement exams are required.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Another 7 earn CDMP in Seattle!
The October 22-23rd CDMP Exam Prep Bootcamp was a big success. Seven more joined the ranks of Certified Data Management Professionals after two grueling days of prep questions, Noah's Bagels, breathtaking views of puget sound, and, oh yeah, exams. Lots of exams.Congratulations to Craig Austin, Deb Weller, Dorian Jung, James Werner, Ken Harris, Liz Parks and Lorin Yeaton for earning their CDMP credentials!
With more than 18 now certified in the Seattle DAMA chapter, it should be noted that Seattle is still in the lead in the challenge with Portland for CDMP holders. However, since Dorian drove all the way from Portland to take the class, the group wondered whether Portland or Seattle should claim him in their counts. Hmm, looks like the Portland chapter may need to have another class soon to catch up. ;)
During the first day, the group worked through the topics and practice questions for the IS Core and Data Management exams. Although mentally exhausted, the group's spirits were high by the end of the day as people made it through the first set of exams. On Friday, we started the day bright and early with a lively discussion of Data Warehousing topics. We all learned a lot from the rich experience in the room as we worked through the exam outline and the practice questions, with some useful explanations and whiteboard drawings provided by various participants to illustrate concepts. After lunch, it was heads down, focused on exams through the end of the day.
Thanks to Isilon Systems and DAMA Puget Sound (DAMA-PS) for sponsoring this event. We couldn't have had a better location! The views were amazing and the hospitality was wonderful. Overall, it was another great workshop!
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
CDMP Bootcamp Scheduled in Seattle, Oct. 22-23, 2009
CDMP Bootcamp: ICCP Exam Prep for the Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)
This two-day workshop, Thursday and Friday, October 22nd and 23rd will be held in downtown Seattle, taught by Eva Smith, CCP, CDMP.
Nervous about certification? Want to understand and prepare for the CDMP exams? You're in luck! Join us for an intensive two-day bootcamp focused on exam preparation for six ICCP exams. This course will help you:
• Understand the DAMA CDMP certification
• Familiarize yourself with the coverage of each exam outline
• Learn the process of taking ICCP exams for the CDMP
• Better prepare through time-pressure sample exam testing and question review
Sample and actual exams for the CDMP are:
• Industry-based, not company-based
• Focused on skills involved in Data Management and Data Warehousing
• Product and vendor neutral
• International in nature
Exam information
* The exams given via USB drive - you may bring a laptop or use one of the TEC Lab computers
* Each exam is 90 minutes in length and has 110 multiple-choice questions
* Your exam score is immediately known at the conclusion of the exam
* A passing grade is 50% correct or higher
* Exams for bootcamp participants are ‘pay if you pass’ ($285 each). Retakes are allowed.
* Drop-in exams are available for non-Bootcamp participants, however ‘pay if you pass’ is not an option. Cost is $285 per exam. If you are retaking an exam from a previous attempt, then the exam can be retaken at a 10% discount.
The cost for the CDMP Bootcamp workshop is $495. The workshop price includes continental breakfast, lunch and refreshments both days as well as all CDMP prep materials. Exam fees are not included in this price, and are collected separately on-site.
Registration and pre-payment for the two-day workshop is required through ICCP.
To register, please contact the ICCP office at:
Email office@iccp.org
Phone 847.299.4227
Toll Free 800.843.8227 (800-U-GET-CCP)
Fax 847.299.4280
Address
ICCP
2400 East Devon Avenue, Suite 281
Des Plaines, IL 60018
This two-day workshop, Thursday and Friday, October 22nd and 23rd will be held in downtown Seattle, taught by Eva Smith, CCP, CDMP.
Nervous about certification? Want to understand and prepare for the CDMP exams? You're in luck! Join us for an intensive two-day bootcamp focused on exam preparation for six ICCP exams. This course will help you:
• Understand the DAMA CDMP certification
• Familiarize yourself with the coverage of each exam outline
• Learn the process of taking ICCP exams for the CDMP
• Better prepare through time-pressure sample exam testing and question review
Sample and actual exams for the CDMP are:
• Industry-based, not company-based
• Focused on skills involved in Data Management and Data Warehousing
• Product and vendor neutral
• International in nature
Exam information
* The exams given via USB drive - you may bring a laptop or use one of the TEC Lab computers
* Each exam is 90 minutes in length and has 110 multiple-choice questions
* Your exam score is immediately known at the conclusion of the exam
* A passing grade is 50% correct or higher
* Exams for bootcamp participants are ‘pay if you pass’ ($285 each). Retakes are allowed.
* Drop-in exams are available for non-Bootcamp participants, however ‘pay if you pass’ is not an option. Cost is $285 per exam. If you are retaking an exam from a previous attempt, then the exam can be retaken at a 10% discount.
The cost for the CDMP Bootcamp workshop is $495. The workshop price includes continental breakfast, lunch and refreshments both days as well as all CDMP prep materials. Exam fees are not included in this price, and are collected separately on-site.
Registration and pre-payment for the two-day workshop is required through ICCP.
To register, please contact the ICCP office at:
Email office@iccp.org
Phone 847.299.4227
Toll Free 800.843.8227 (800-U-GET-CCP)
Fax 847.299.4280
Address
ICCP
2400 East Devon Avenue, Suite 281
Des Plaines, IL 60018
Saturday, August 8, 2009
The Graying of Our Profession
I'd like to highlight a relevant blog post called "The Data Model of Dorian Gray."
The successful Data Management professional often has years of experience in business and I.T., in addition to specialized skills in data modeling and business analysis. The CDMP has helped to formalize these skills and DAMA is working to establish curriculum frameworks for colleges, but there is no standard path into this profession. Corey discusses what we can do as professionals to bring new blood in and raise awareness among young people.
The successful Data Management professional often has years of experience in business and I.T., in addition to specialized skills in data modeling and business analysis. The CDMP has helped to formalize these skills and DAMA is working to establish curriculum frameworks for colleges, but there is no standard path into this profession. Corey discusses what we can do as professionals to bring new blood in and raise awareness among young people.
Monday, May 18, 2009
ICCP Contact Information
The ICCP email contact is changing. For more information, see the new contact web page at http://www.iccp.org/iccpnew/contact.html.
Contact the ICCP for information about exams and exam proctoring, purchasing study guides, schedules of exam prep courses and any other questions regarding certification.
Contact the ICCP for information about exams and exam proctoring, purchasing study guides, schedules of exam prep courses and any other questions regarding certification.
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