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Module 1 An Overview of CBIP ……............….................... 1-1

Module 2 About the Exams................................................... 2-1

Module 3 The Exam Body of Knowledge.………………..… 3-1

Module 4 Exam Practice...............………………………........ 4-1

Module 5 Getting Ready for Exams ………………...……… 5-1

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TDWI Exam Preparation for CBIP An Overview of CBIP

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Module 1

An Overview of CBIP

Topic Page CBIP Specialties 1-2

Levels of Certification 1-16

The CBIP Exams 1-20

An Overview of CBIP TDWI Exam Preparation for CBIP

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CBIP Specialties Overview of Specialties

Business AnalyticsBusiness Analytics

Leadership and

ManagementLeadership and

ManagementAdministrationand Technology

Administrationand Technology

Data Analysisand Design


Data IntegrationData Integration

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Business Analytics Leadership &Management

Data Analysis &Design

Data Integration Administration &Technology

Business Literacy Technical Literacy

Balancing Business and Technical Literacy

Business AnalyticsBusiness Analytics

Leadership and

ManagementLeadership and

ManagementAdministrationand Technology

Administrationand Technology



Data IntegrationData Integration

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Business Analytics Leadership &Management

Data Analysis &Design

Data Integration Administration &Technology

Business Literacy Technical Literacy

Balancing Business and Technical Literacy


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CBIP Specialties Overview of Specialties

FIVE CORE DISCIPLINES

The field of business intelligence logically segments into five core disciplines: • Leadership and Management with attention to both program and

project levels of BI activity. • Business Analytics concentrating on applied measurement as a business

management tool. • Data Analysis and Design that is essential to provide the data-to-

information foundation of BI. • Data Integration as a core discipline to achieve consistency, cohesion,

and continuity of business information. • Administration and Technology that is necessary to create and sustain a

business intelligence infrastructure. BALANCING BUSINESS AND TECHNICAL SKILLS

Business intelligence is both a business and a technology endeavor. BI success depends largely on bringing business and technology together in the right ways. Every BI discipline demands knowledge of both business and technology. The balance of business and technical literacy, however, is variable depending on the discipline. The chart on the facing page illustrates a practical balance between business and technical literacy for each of the five disciplines. An ideal business analyst, for example, attains a body of knowledge and skill that is approximately seventy percent business focused and thirty percent technically focused. At the opposite end of the spectrum, an administration and technology professional has strong technological knowledge combined with sufficient business knowledge to apply and manage technology in a meaningful business context.



CBIP Specialties Leadership and Management

FocusIntegrating people, process, and technology to deliver business value

ImpactA key success factor for business intelligence and data warehousing programsand projects

Body of Knowledge

• Process knowledge including development methodologies• Program and project management• Organization management and team-building skills• Business concepts including BPM, CRM, SCM, etc.• Understanding of BI concepts and applications





Body of Knowledge


Body of Knowledge




CBIP Specialties Leadership and Management

THE SPECIALTY Leadership and Management is a key success factor for BI programs and projects, with strong focus on effectively integrating people, processes, and technology to deliver business value. The field requires depth of process knowledge including development methodology, program management, and project management as well as organizational and team-building skills. An understanding of business topics such as Business Performance Management (BPM), Customer Relationship Management (CRM), and Supply Chain Management (SCM) is also needed. High-level technical understanding of BI applications and data warehousing concepts is also part of the Leadership and Management body of knowledge.

TYPICAL JOB ROLES

Roles that require this knowledge include program manager, project manager, and business intelligence architect.



CBIP Specialties Business Analytics

FocusEffective use of data and information to drive positivebusiness actions and business outcomes

FocusEffective use of data and information to drive positivebusiness actions and business outcomes

Impact

Fundamental to achieving value from BI … Completes the BI value chain, connecting information to knowledge, knowledge to actions, and actionsto outcomes

Impact

Fundamental to achieving value from BI … Completes the BI value chain, connecting information to knowledge, knowledge to actions, and actionsto outcomes

Body of Knowledge

• Concepts of business performance management• Concepts of business measurement - retrospective and predictive analytics• Definition and delivery of business measures and metrics• Data visualization• Business analytics technologies - OLAP, dashboards, scorecards, etc.

Body of Knowledge

• Concepts of business performance management• Concepts of business measurement - retrospective and predictive analytics• Definition and delivery of business measures and metrics• Data visualization• Business analytics technologies - OLAP, dashboards, scorecards, etc.



CBIP Specialties Business Analytics

THE SPECIALTY Business Analytics focuses on effective use of data and information to drive positive business actions. The body of knowledge for this area includes both business and technical topics including concepts of performance management, definition and delivery of business metrics, data visualization, and deployment and use of technology solutions such as OLAP, dashboards, scorecards, analytic applications, and data mining.

TYPICAL JOB ROLES

Business intelligence roles that demand business analytics knowledge and skills include business sponsor, business subject expert, knowledge worker, data steward, business requirements analyst, and developer of business analytics systems. Roles with broad scope of responsibility such as business intelligence architect, metadata administrator, quality administrator, and customer service personnel also benefit from a solid foundation in business analytics.



CBIP Specialties Data Analysis and Design

FocusUnderstanding business needs for data and informationand translating those needs to the necessary data structures

FocusUnderstanding business needs for data and informationand translating those needs to the necessary data structures

ImpactEstablishes the foundation for delivery of BI applications which depend upon datastructures that are adaptable, extensible, and sustainable

ImpactEstablishes the foundation for delivery of BI applications which depend upon datastructures that are adaptable, extensible, and sustainable

Body of Knowledge

• Business requirements analysis – especially information needs• Analysis, design, and specification of business metrics• Data modeling – both relational and dimensional• Data integration and data management practices• Data warehousing concepts and architectures

Body of Knowledge

• Business requirements analysis – especially information needs• Analysis, design, and specification of business metrics• Data modeling – both relational and dimensional• Data integration and data management practices• Data warehousing concepts and architectures



CBIP Specialties Data Analysis and Design

THE SPECIALTY Data Analysis and Design provides the foundation for delivery of BI applications. Analysis concentrates on understanding business needs for data and information. Design focuses on translating business information needs into data structures that are adaptable, extensible, and sustainable. Core skills include information needs analysis, specification of business metrics, and data modeling. Solid understanding of data warehousing concepts, architectures, and processes is also essential.

TYPICAL JOB ROLES

Common roles in this area include data steward, information architect, data modeler, source data analyst, and database developer. A few roles that are broad in scope—business intelligence architect, metadata administrator, and quality administrator also benefit from this body of knowledge.



CBIP Specialties Data Integration

FocusThe processes to acquire data from disparate sources,consolidate into a enterprise data resource, and ensure data quality

FocusThe processes to acquire data from disparate sources,consolidate into a enterprise data resource, and ensure data quality

ImpactFundamental to data warehousing and a vital process to provide a rich and robustdata resource for delivery of BI applications

ImpactFundamental to data warehousing and a vital process to provide a rich and robustdata resource for delivery of BI applications

Body of Knowledge

• Source data analysis and qualification• Data profiling• Source-to-target mapping of data• Data transformation and data cleansing• ETL development, processes, and technologies

Body of Knowledge

• Source data analysis and qualification• Data profiling• Source-to-target mapping of data• Data transformation and data cleansing• ETL development, processes, and technologies



CBIP Specialties Data Integration

THE SPECIALTY Data Integration is fundamental to data warehousing and is a vital process for a rich and robust data resource to deliver BI solutions. Integration includes all of the activities necessary to acquire data from sources, and to transform and cleanse the data. The body of knowledge includes concepts and skills for source data analysis and source qualification, data profiling, source/target mapping, data cleansing and transformation, and ETL development.

TYPICAL JOB ROLES

Data integration skills are essential in roles such as data steward, data acquisition architect, source data analyst, and ETL developer. These skills are valuable in broader roles such as business intelligence architect, metadata administrator, and quality administrator.



CBIP Specialties Administration and Technology

FocusManaging the infrastructure for data warehousing andbusiness intelligence systems

FocusManaging the infrastructure for data warehousing andbusiness intelligence systems

ImpactEnsures continuous operation BI and data warehousing systems and availability of essential business information

ImpactEnsures continuous operation BI and data warehousing systems and availability of essential business information

Body of Knowledge

• Technology architecture, planning, and configuration• System and network administration• Database administration• Capacity planning and growth management• Security and access administration

Body of Knowledge

• Technology architecture, planning, and configuration• System and network administration• Database administration• Capacity planning and growth management• Security and access administration



CBIP Specialties Administration and Technology

THE SPECIALTY Administration and Technology covers those areas related to managing the infrastructure and ensuring continuous operation of data warehousing and BI solutions. Technology architecture, technology planning and configuration, system and network administration, capacity planning, growth management, database administration, system and network administration, and access and security administration are essential skills in this area.

TYPICAL JOB ROLES

These skills are demanded for the roles of technical architect, technology specialist, data warehouse systems administrator, and warehouse database administrator, metadata administrator, and quality administrator. This body of knowledge is valuable for those with business intelligence customer service, support, and training responsibilities.



CBIP Specialties Job Roles and Specialties

Business Analytics

Leadership & Management

Data Analysis & Design

Data Integration

Administration & Technology

Business Roles

Sponsor Essential Essential Valuable Valuable Useful

Business Subject Expert Essential Helpful Useful Useful Useful

Knowledge Worker Valuable Helpful Useful Useful Valuable

Data Owner Useful Useful Useful Valuable Helpful

Data Steward Useful Useful Essential Essential Helpful Management Roles

Program Manager Essential Essential Valuable Valuable Valuable

Project Manager Useful Essential Valuable Valuable Valuable Architecture Roles

Information Architect Essential Helpful Essential Valuable Valuable

Acquisition Architect Useful Helpful Valuable Essential Essential

Technical Architect Valuable Helpful Valuable Essential Essential Requirements Analysis Roles

Business Requirements Analyst Essential Helpful Valuable Useful Useful

Source Data Analyst Useful Helpful Essential Valuable Essential Design and Construction Roles

ETL Developer Useful Helpful Valuable Essential Valuable

Database Developer Useful Helpful Valuable Valuable Essential

Front-end/OLAP Developer Essential Helpful Valuable Valuable Valuable Infrastructure Roles

Database Administrator Useful Helpful Essential Valuable Valuable

Systems Administrator Useful Helpful Valuable Valuable Essential

Metadata Administrator Valuable Useful Valuable Valuable Useful

Data Quality Administrator Valuable Useful Valuable Valuable Useful

Tool/Technology Specialist Useful Helpful Valuable Valuable Essential

Trainer Valuable Helpful Valuable Valuable Useful

Customer Support Specialist Valuable Helpful Valuable Valuable Valuable



CBIP Specialties Job Roles and Specialties

BI ROLES The job roles for effective business intelligence typically divide into six categories:

• Business Roles • Management Roles • Architecture Roles • Requirements Analysis Roles • Design and Construction Roles • Infrastructure Roles

These roles describe groups of activities and responsibilities that are generally assigned to an individual. Roles are not synonymous with job titles. It is common, especially in smaller BI teams, for one individual to assume multiple roles.

MAPPING ROLES TO SPECIALTIES

Each role depends on BI disciplines – understanding of and experience with a specific body of knowledge and skills – to be effective. Mapping roles to disciplines helps to identify the specific skills needed to perform in each role. The table on the facing page maps roles to disciplines using the following classification: • Understanding of the discipline is essential. These are critical skills for

the role. • Understanding of the discipline provides valuable knowledge to be

highly effective. These are important skills for the role. • Knowledge of the discipline is useful and may aid performance in the

role. These are valuable skills for the role. • Knowledge of the discipline will be helpful to teamwork. These are

“nice to have” skills for the role.



Levels of Certification Certificates vs. Meaningful Credentials

attendance education knowledge skill

Ideally documents attendance of a

single class

In reality, only shows that you

were present when attendance was

taken

Curriculum-based

Aligns learning objectives with job

roles & responsibilities

Immersion in a body of study that includes multiple

courses

Documents extensive training in a specific body of

knowledge.

Curriculum-based

Aligns learning objectives with job roles & responsibilities

Knowledge and skills testing is an essential component

Exam developers and training providers are separate

and independent organizations

Exams are not specific to any vendors or products

Examination occurs in a controlled environment

Recertification is periodically required

Exams results are more than scores –they include performance profiles

Certifies knowledge and demonstrated ability to apply it!

attendance education knowledge skillknowledge skill

Ideally documents attendance of a

single class

In reality, only shows that you

were present when attendance was

taken

Curriculum-based

Aligns learning objectives with job

roles & responsibilities

Immersion in a body of study that includes multiple

courses

Documents extensive training in a specific body of

knowledge.

Curriculum-based

Aligns learning objectives with job roles & responsibilities

Knowledge and skills testing is an essential component

Exam developers and training providers are separate

and independent organizations

Exams are not specific to any vendors or products

Examination occurs in a controlled environment

Recertification is periodically required

Exams results are more than scores –they include performance profiles

Certifies knowledge and demonstrated ability to apply it!



Levels of Certification Certificates vs. Meaningful Credentials

CERTIFICATION The primary purpose of certification is to create sustainable value for individuals and for organizations. Individuals want credentials that bolster confidence in their abilities and communicate a recognizable level of expertise. Organizations want knowledgeable employees who can apply their expertise to meet organizational goals.

KINDS OF CERTIFICATION

The word “certified” has unfortunately been abused by some to become synonymous with “certificate.” One well-known consulting group, for example, suggests that you “become a certified metadata professional” by attending a two-day class. It takes little reflection to realize that this program doesn’t offer knowledge and skill certification, but a simple certificate of attendance. The value of certification is proportional to the amount of time and effort required to achieve that certification. Three kinds of professional certificates/certification are common:

• Attendance-based certificates documenting attendance of a class. • Education-based certification documenting immersion in a body of

study and completion of a planned learning process. • Examination-based certification documenting demonstrated skills

and knowledge through formal testing.

Each level from attendance-based to examination-based is increasingly demanding to achieve, with a corresponding increase of individual and organizational value.

PRINCIPLES OF CBIP

CBIP is a true examination-based certification program designed to offer a meaningful and valuable credential. CBIP is founded on the following principles:

• Certification is based on a curriculum that aligns learning objectives with job roles and responsibilities

• Knowledge and skills testing are essential components • Test developers and education providers are separate and independent

organizations • The tests are challenging. They demand real study to pass them; there

is risk of failure • The tests are not specific to any vendor or set of products • Testing occurs in a controlled environment • Recertification is required periodically • Performance profiling and skills gap analysis are part of the exam

process.



Levels of Certification Practitioner and Mastery Certification

What does it take tobecome certified? demonstrated

ability to lead aBI team in projects

& programs in specialty areas,and to mentor

others in practiceof the specialty

M A S T E R YPRACTIT IONER

skillknowledgeknowledge

demonstratedability to assumeleadership rolefor BI projects

in area ofspecialization

Can be achieved by education alone Three exams at 50%+ correct

Requires both depth of knowledge & substantial experience Three exams at 70%+ correct

What does it take tobecome certified?What does it take tobecome certified? demonstrated

ability to lead aBI team in projects

& programs in specialty areas,and to mentor

others in practiceof the specialty

M A S T E R YPRACTIT IONER

skillknowledgeknowledge

demonstratedability to assumeleadership rolefor BI projects

in area ofspecialization

Can be achieved by education alone Three exams at 50%+ correct

Requires both depth of knowledge & substantial experience Three exams at 70%+ correct



Levels of Certification Practitioner and Mastery Certification

PRACTITIONER LEVEL

Achieving the Practitioner Level requires passing of three exams within a particular specialty with a score of 50% or above. This credential is awarded to those business intelligence professionals who demonstrate the ability to assume leadership responsibilities in their area of specialization at both project and program levels.

MASTERY LEVEL Achieving the Mastery Level requires passing of three exams within a

particular specialty with a score 70% or above. This credential is the highest level of CBIP achievement, and is awarded to professionals who demonstrate both the ability to effectively lead a team at the project and program levels, and the skills to mentor others.

RE-TESTING The CBIP exams may be retaken after a one month waiting period.

During the waiting period the exam performance profile can be reviewed and additional time spent in preparation.



The CBIP Exams What You Do

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Database Administration Exam 2

1TDWI and ICCP will collaborate to create an exam specific to Data Integration. Once that exam is proven it will replace the Systems Development Exam for this specialty.

2Either the Systems Security Exam or the Database Administration Exam may be used to satisfy the third exam requirement for the Administration and Technology specialty. TDWI and ICCP will collaborate to create a Systems Administration Exam. Once that exam is proven it will replace both of the current exam choices for this specialty.



The CBIP Exams What You Do

CBIP APPLICATION Every CBIP applicant must complete a CBIP application form. The application form is available for download on the CBIP Web site (www.cbipro.com) and may be submitted to TDWI at any time. It is reviewed for completeness and kept on file until the examination time. An application must be completed before taking the exams.

TAKE EXAMS The table on the facing page illustrates the exams that are required for

each CBIP specialty. Every specialty requires three exams – the IT Core Exam, the Data Warehousing Exam, and one exam unique to the specialty. The self-inventory completed earlier will prove helpful in choosing those specialties and exams where you have the highest probability of success. All exams are taken in a controlled and proctored environment. In addition to group examination opportunities (such as may be offered after this class) TDWI can arrange examination sessions to meet your timing and location needs.

RECERTIFY Recertification is necessary to maintain current knowledge and skills in

the changing fields of business intelligence and data warehousing. A CBIP credential is valid for a period of three years from the issue date and must be renewed prior to expiration and during each subsequent 3 year period. Various types of professional development may be used to satisfy the renewal requirements: self-study, retaking exams, taking continuing education courses within your specialty area, and participating in education programs by designing or teaching courses. Full or partial renewal credit can be earned by adding additional specialties to a CBIP certificate. Credit may also be earned by submitting questions for possible inclusion in CBIP related material. 120 contact hours of appropriate activities must be documented during the three-year period to renew your certification.

PAY FEES There is a fee associated with every exam that is taken. Fee payment is

required at the time of examination unless other payment arrangements have been agreed upon prior to the exam session. Additionally, there is an annual recertification fee. Fees are not printed here because occasional price changes would make this book inaccurate.



The CBIP Exams What TDWI Does

Examination Services

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Examination Services

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The CBIP Exams What TDWI Does

CBIP PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION

TDWI is responsible for all aspects of CBIP program administration from providing preparatory education, through examination, to issuing of certificates and verification of CBIP status. Examination services and issuing of certificates require services of the ICCP. TDWI works directly with ICCP. You – the customer – work directly with TDWI. From an examinee perspective, ICCP services are “in the background.”

MANAGES THE CBIP PROGRAM

TDWI is responsible for all aspects of CBIP program management from conception through customer service and support. TDWI works cooperatively with ICCP to provide examination opportunities and to continuously update and improve the exams.

THE ROLE OF ICCP The CBIP program uses the ICCP’s examination services to support some

of the principles of CBIP described in this module. External examination services support the CBIP program’s need for:

• Knowledge and skills testing • Separation of examiners from educators • Vendor-neutral examination • Controlled testing • Performance Profiling



The CBIP Exams What You Get



The CBIP Exams What You Get

PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATION AND CREDENTIALS

The obvious benefits of CBIP are professional designation and credentialing, and the value that they bring to you individually and to your organization. Credentials are most visible, however, when they take on a tangible form.

LOGO USAGE GUIDELINES

Once you certify, you will receive the logo usage guidelines along with a variety of logo designs and formats. Adhering to the guidelines helps maintain the integrity of your certification and ensures that credentials are not misrepresented.

FOR THE INDIVIDUAL

Upon satisfaction of CBIP requirements, each individual receives: • Authorization to use the CBIP designation professionally. The

following are examples of approved formats. Jennifer L. Hay, CBIP Jennifer L. Hay, CBIP (Certified by TDWI) Jennifer L. Hay, CBIP

• One CBIP certificate for each specialty achieved, delivered in a

presentation folder. Each certificate includes your full name, the specialty, level of certification, certification number, issue date, and expiration date.

• A letter describing your certification which can be included with a resume, job application, consulting proposal, or other uses where evidence of certification is valuable. The certification letter presents evidence of certification in a more appealing form than photocopies of certificates. The letter is provided both in printed and electronic (PDF) formats.

• CBIP logos in electronic format (EPS) in a variety of forms – with and without specialty and colored or black-and-white – with authorization to use them on business cards, resumes, and letterhead.

FOR THE ORGANIZATION

Consulting groups and other organizations who certify a significant number of people may be able to use CBIP logos in marketing collateral and on web sites. Using the CBIP logos in this way requires that a sample be submitted to TDWI for approval. Usage guidelines for the logos are provided upon request.

TDWI Exam Preparation for CBIP About the Exams

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Module 2 About the Exams

Topic Page Exam Description 2-2

Testing Techniques 2-4

Exam Demonstration 2-8



Exam Description Body of Knowledge Based

Core Exam: Information Technology Skills Organizational and Professional Skills Strategic Organizational Systems Development

Data Warehousing Exam:

Data Warehousing Function Data Warehouse Infrastructure Data Warehousing Analysis and Design Data Acquisition and Cleansing Data Warehouse Implementation & Operation

Management Exam:

General Management & Organizational Concepts Project Management Information Systems Management

Business Analytics Exam:

Business Intelligence Concepts & Roles Business Management Perspectives Analytics Techniques and Usage Business Intelligence / Decision Support Systems

Data Management Exam:

Data Management Function Data & Metadata Infrastructures Data Analysis & Modeling Data/Metadata Infrastructure Management Information Quality Management

Systems Development Exam:

Systems Analysis Systems Design & Implementation The Systems Analyst as a Professional

Systems Security Exam:

Risk Assessment Recovery from Information Service Interruptions Information & System Security Security in System Design Security Management

Database Administration Exam:

Database Administration Function Database Management (DBMS) Systems Environment Database Design Database Operation SQL Considerations



Exam Description Body of Knowledge Based

DEFINITION Each of the exams in the CBIP program is based upon a specific Body of Knowledge (BOK) that includes concepts, principles, processes, applications, and best practices used in each of the areas. Using the BOK, a three tier outline was created to provide a detailed and standardized structure for the Body of Knowledge.

USING THE BODY OF KNOWLEDGE

A detailed outline for each exam is available in the CBIP Examinations Guide, which will be provided to you. To prepare for testing, it is recommended that you review the exam outline and 1) check off those items where you have sufficient knowledge and experience 2) highlight those items or groups of items where you don't have the depth of understanding to apply your knowledge and experience 3) use research tools such as the internet or industry publications to expand your knowledge 4) use resources such as others in IT to discuss concepts and principles and their application

LEVELS OF KNOWLEDGE

Each of the questions in the exam tests against different levels of knowledge and ability to apply that knowledge:

• Recognition: The ability to name a concept, fact, or idea and recall information about it.

• Discrimination: The ability to distinguish between similar concepts, ideas, and facts.

• Understanding: The ability to know what a concept, fact, or idea means in sufficient depth to describe what it does and does not include.

• Applications: The ability to use concepts, facts, and ideas in a variety of situations and to include them when creating solutions to business or information systems needs.

• Evaluation: The ability to assess the quality of a system, product, or solution on the basis of related concepts, ideas, and facts.



TIME(90 min)

QUESTIONS(110 total)

Answer one question every 49 seconds on average

changing answers?

skipping questions?

going back if you have time?

keeping notes?

YOURSTYLE

TIME(90 min)

QUESTIONS(110 total)

Answer one question every 49 seconds on average

changing answers?

skipping questions?

going back if you have time?

keeping notes?

YOURSTYLE

Testing Techniques Exam Strategy



Testing Techniques Exam Strategy

MANAGING YOUR TIME

Each exam contains 110 questions and you are 90 minutes to complete it. While taking the exam you will find the number of unanswered questions in the bottom right hand corner. Included in each exam are 10 questions which are being used for evaluation purposes. These questions will not be identified so if you encounter any oddly questions assume they are part of the evaluation set and move on with your testing. Don't waste time worrying about individual questions.

EXAM FORMAT The exams use straight line testing which means that each question is

completely independent of the others, and incorrectly answering a question does not affect which upcoming questions are displayed.

YOUR STYLE OF TESTING

If you are out of practice taking exams, you should consider these strategies which have proved to be effective for others. Changing answers: Everyone has their own thoughts as to whether it's effective to change an answer. Sometimes going through an exam will reveal answers to other questions. If you feel strongly that the answer should be changed then do so - otherwise you will waste time thinking about it. Skipping questions: When you are testing, the check mark in the top center of your screen will not turn red until you have answered each of the questions. Once you run out of time, the check mark will turn red whether or not you have answered all the questions. Keeping notes: You will be provided with several pieces of blank paper for note taking. Going back if you have time: You will receive a 5 minute and a 15 minute warning so you can allocate time to review the questions if you so wish.



Testing Techniques Question Strategy

To have a high level of correctness, data exhibits all of the following

qualities EXCEPTa) completenessb) accuracyc) consistencyd) granularity

Which of the following statements is true about data integrity?a) it is always determined by assertions about the structure

of the datab) it is mostly about foreign key referencesc) it is enforced through DBMS constraintsd) it is difficult to measure

Low latency data meansa) an operational data store (ODS)b) just-in-time data loadsc) near real-time datad) daily or more frequent ETL processes

negatives can includemore than ‘no’ or ‘not’

absolutes canbe in the questionor the answer

easy, definitionalquestion

Which is LEAST likely to need attention when acquiring warehouse data

from log files?a) log file sizeb) log file retentionc) restores, rollbacks, and rerunsd) completeness of log files

for difficult questionsparse it into phrases

To have a high level of correctness, data exhibits all of the following

qualities EXCEPTa) completenessb) accuracyc) consistencyd) granularity

Which of the following statements is true about data integrity?a) it is always determined by assertions about the structure

of the datab) it is mostly about foreign key referencesc) it is enforced through DBMS constraintsd) it is difficult to measure

Low latency data meansa) an operational data store (ODS)b) just-in-time data loadsc) near real-time datad) daily or more frequent ETL processes

negatives can includemore than ‘no’ or ‘not’

absolutes canbe in the questionor the answer

easy, definitionalquestion

Which is LEAST likely to need attention when acquiring warehouse data

from log files?a) log file sizeb) log file retentionc) restores, rollbacks, and rerunsd) completeness of log files

for difficult questionsparse it into phrases



Testing Techniques Question Strategy

NEGATIVES These types of questions contain 'No', 'Not', and 'Except', and require a different thought process. Pay particular attention to each of the potential answers and remember that you are looking for true statements.

ABSOLUTES When a question contains words such as 'every', 'always', 'none', and

'only' it should be carefully reviewed since it means that all parts of the answer cannot be disputed.

GUESSING There are no penalties for guessing so it is better to take a good guess

than to leave a question blank. EASY VS DIFFICULT QUESTIONS

Some of the questions are going to be easy but even if this is the case, answer each BEFORE you review the possible answers. Don't skim over any of the answers since some may be more correct than others. Sometimes the question is just easy and quickly answering it will give you extra time on the more difficult questions.

READING VS MISREADING

There are two strategies for dealing with questions where an immediate answer doesn't seem apparent; the true/false test and parsing the question and answers. True/Fast Test: You will be provided with scratch paper so starting with the first answer write down a 'T' or 'F'. Go through the same process for each of the answers. Then review the results and pick the best answer which may or may not appear to be the complete correct one. You need to pick the best choice amongst the alternatives. Parsing the question and possible answers: If the answer doesn't seem obvious try parsing into different phrases.



Exam Demonstration What to Expect



Exam Demonstration What to Expect

EXAM CD The software provided on the CD in the back of the CBIP Examinations Guide is the same software used for the actual exams with two exceptions. When scoring the exam the correct answer for each question will not show and the calculator will not work.

LIVE DEMO The instructor will demo one of the sample exams so that you can follow

his/her strategy for answering exams.

TDWI Exam Preparation for CBIP The Exam Body of Knowledge


Module 3

The Exam Body of Knowledge

The body of knowledge is specific to each individualexam and may be periodically updated. For this review refer to the exam guide pages or handout as directed by your instructor.

The Exam Body of Knowledge TDWI Exam Preparation for CBIP


TDWI Exam Preparation for CBIP Exam Practice


Module 4

Exam Practice

The sample questions are specific to each individual exam and may be periodically updated. For this review refer tothe material as directed by your instructor.

Exam Practice TDWI Exam Preparation for CBIP


TDWI Exam Preparation for CBIP Getting Ready for Exams


Module 5 Getting Ready for Exams

Topic Page Study Resources 5-2

Study Activities 5-4

Getting Ready for Exams TDWI Exam Preparation for CBIP


Study Resources Courses

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TDWI Data Modeling:Data Analysis and Design for BI and Data Warehousing Systems

© TDWI:The Data Warehousing Institute

EDUCATION

TDWI Data Modeling:Data Analysis and Design for BI and Data Warehousing Systems



Study Resources Courses

FILLING THE KNOWLEDGE GAPS

Individual and stand-alone courses are an effective way to fill knowledge gaps and to get a quick refresher when your knowledge is somewhat out-of-date. When you’re comfortable with most of the body of knowledge for an exam, but identify a few specific areas where your knowledge falls short, then consider taking a class. TDWI offers many courses related to business intelligence and data warehousing.



• books• newsletters• websites• online courses• memberships• colleagues & peers

• books• newsletters• websites• online courses• memberships• colleagues & peers

Study Activities Self Study



Study Activities Self-Study

STAYING CURRENT Keeping your knowledge and skills up-to-date is particularly challenging

in business intelligence. Both technology business management concepts change rapidly. Self study – both concentrated in preparation for exams and continuous as a key element of professional development – is an effective way to keep pace with continuous change. Books, websites, newsletters, member organizations, and many other resources can readily become part of your continuous learning plan. The specific reading list varies by exam and the instructor will provide the relevant list.

COURSE EVALUATION FORMYour evaluation makes a difference! TDWI uses course evaluations in preparation for future events.

1. What change(s) in the course would you suggest to improve its value to you?

2. What is the business value of this course? (Why is the topic important to you and your company? How will this course help you succeed?)

3. How many years of data warehousing and/or business intelligence experience do you have?

4. Other comments:

5. May we quote your comment(s) in our promotions for educational events? a) Yes b) No

Name:

Company:

TDWI Education

5 = Excellent 4 = Good 3 = Average 2 = Fair 1 = Poor (see reverse for criterion descriptions)

Instructor Name:

Teaching & Presentation Skills 5 4 3 2 1

Course Content 5 4 3 2 1

Class Management Skills 5 4 3 2 1

Course Book & Handouts 5 4 3 2 1

Objectivity (Sales Pitch Free) 5 4 3 2 1

Course Location:

Course Title: TDWI Exam Preparation for CBIP

COURSE EVALUATION FORM

TDWI EXCLUSIVE! Sales Pitch Free Zones

Have you ever been in a presentation that sounded more like a “sales pitch” than anything else? You’ll notice

that TDWI’s evaluation forms let you evaluate the objectivity of an instructor.

EVALUATION FORMS—THE FACTS

Do evaluation forms impact instructors? Yes!!

1. TDWI chooses instructors based on the highest standards. Your evaluations help us to ensure the continued excellence of our faculty.

2. Your comments and feedback help our instructors continually improve their courses.

EVALUATION METRICS

Teaching and Presentation Skills. How well does the instructor explain and illustrate difficult concepts? Does the instructor organize and present information in a logical way that facilitates comprehension? Does the instructor use exercises, handouts, or audio/visual displays to illustrate or reinforce concepts?

Course Content. Does the content taught by the instructor match the course description? Does the course offer relevant content at the appropriate level? Does the course material flow logically from topic to topic? Does the course provide information that is or will be relevant to your job?

Class Management Skills. How well does the instructor handle questions from the audience? Does the instructor maintain a reasonable pace for the content and stick to the schedule? How well does the instructor deal with unforeseen problems with A/V, temperature, lighting, and so on?

Course Book and Handouts. Is the course book a valuable reference tool, or merely a set of PowerPoint slides? Does the instructor jam too much on a single slide? Are the graphics legible? Does the instructor make extensive use of the Notes section to annotate the slides or provide additional, relevant information?

Objectivity. Does the instructor show a bias toward any product or solution? Is the instructor a credible source of reliable information about products, trends, and issues? Does the instructor inappropriately sell himself/herself or company as a potential service provider? Does the instructor collect business cards or conduct raffles during class time for marketing purposes?

www.tdwi.org/onsite

Put TDWI’s expertise to work for youTDWI Onsite delivers the highest quality business

intelligence and data warehousing education to your

location. TDWI offers onsite training for all levels in your

organization, so everyone involved in a project shares

a common knowledge base and learns in support of

the same corporate objectives. Every TDWI Onsite

course is rich with business and technical concepts

as well as techniques that are proven in practice. And

every TDWI instructor is a business intelligence or data

warehousing practitioner with real-world experience.

Benefits• Cost-Effective—Eliminate travel-related expenses

and get more for your training dollar

• High-Impact—Advance project goals by giving your

team an equivalent understanding of core concepts

• Convenient—Schedule training when it best

accommodates your workload

• Flexible—Tailor training to your specific needs and

incorporate organization-specific information

TRAIN YOUR WHOLE TEAM.Did you find this course valuable? TDWI can bring this course—and many others—onsite to your workplace.

TDWI Onsite Education World-Class Business Intelligence and Data Warehousing Education

Brought to Your Workplace

TDWI Onsite includes:• Learning needs assessment and tailored

training plans

• Pre-class discussion with a TDWI-certified

instructor to ensure content is aligned with

your training objectives

• Instructor-led training at your workplace or

location of your choosing

• All course materials

More informationFor more information about this course and

other courses that can be brought onsite to

your workplace, contact:

Yvonne M. Baho

Director, Onsite Education

T 978.582.7105

F 978.582.0184

E [email protected]

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