Thursday, May 24, 2007

Certified Business Intelligence Professional (CBIP): TDWI

 

Certified Business Intelligence Professional (CBIP)

TDWI, the leading association for business intelligence and data warehousing professionals, offers the industry's most comprehensive certification program available: the Certified Business Intelligence Professional (CBIP). CBIP, a true test-based certification program, is offered in five key specialties for Business Intelligence success: Leadership & Management, Business Analytics, Data Analysis & Design, Data Integration, and Administration & Technology.

Becoming certified requires that you pass three exams; the Core exam, the Data Warehousing exam, and one specialty exam. Passing the CBIP exams is based on your knowledge and experience within your area of specialization. Prior study is not required although it is recommended to update or expand your current knowledge.

Levels of Certification

Practitioner Level: CBIP certification at the Practitioner Level is awarded to professionals who score above 50 percent on each of three exams. Practitioner Level certification demonstrates a working knowledge of concepts, skills, and techniques within a specialty, as well as the ability to assume leadership responsibilities in the area of specialization at the project level.

Mastery Level: CBIP certification at the Mastery Level is awarded to professionals who score above 70 percent on each of three exams. Mastery Level certification demonstrates that concepts, skills, and best practices have been mastered within a specialty, as well as the ability to lead a team effectively at the project and program levels, and the skills to mentor others.

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