Information Management Fundamentals

3 Day Online Course

Information Management Fundamentals is a comprehensive course that provides knowledge, methods, and techniques required to analyse, mature and implement information management solutions. The course is designed with the aim of providing a solid grounding in various Data Management disciplines.

Who is this Course for?

This course is designed for professionals interested in gaining a comprehensive understanding of different Information Management disciplines. It's ideal for Business Intelligence & Data Warehouse Developers & Architects, Data Modellers, Developers, Data Architects, Data Analysts, Enterprise Architects, Solution Architects, Application Architects, Information Architects, Business Analysts, Database Administrators, Project / Programme Managers, IT Consultants, Data Governance Managers, Data Quality Managers, and Information Quality Practitioners. This course also caters to those seeking professional recognition and certification, specifically the DAMA Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP).

Why take this Course?

This course provides a solid foundation in Data Management principles across various disciplines, preparing you for the CDMP Data Management Fundamentals exam. It offers practical application insights using real-world examples and provides a broad understanding of the core Information Management concepts. It covers key topics including Data Governance, Data Quality Management, Master and Reference Data Management, Business Intelligence, Data Warehousing, Data Modelling, and many more.

About this Course

Is there an Exam?

There is no exam with this course, but once the course is complete, students will have the opportunity to take the CDMP examination. This must be booked independently. Details of the CDMP examinations, levels, and costs can be found at https://cdmp.info/.

Will I gain a Certification/Accreditation?

If you decide to take the exam, upon successful completion, you will receive the DAMA Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) certification. The details of the CDMP examinations, levels, and costs can be found at https://cdmp.info/.

Full Course Outline

Introduction to Data Management, DMBoK & CDMP certification
Data Governance: Understand its importance, principles, roles & responsibilities, operating models, and more.
Data Quality Management: Learn about data quality facets, dimensions, and measures, and explore a workable Data Quality Framework.
Master & Reference Data Management: Learn about MDM architectures, their suitability, implementation approaches, and the essential relationship between Master Data Management, Data Quality, and Data Governance.
Data Warehousing & BI Management: Understand the concept, purpose, and architectures of Data Warehouses and Business Intelligence.
Data Modelling: Discover different types of Data Models and their interrelations, and their use in Data Governance and Data Quality Management.
Metadata Management: Learn about different types of Metadata, its sources, and its connection with Business Glossaries.
Data Integration & Interoperability: Understand the styles, applicability, and implications of Data Integration & Interoperability.
Data Architecture & Data Lifecycle Management: Learn about proactive planning for data management across its entire lifecycle.
Data Risk Management, Security, Privacy & Regulatory Compliance: Explore threat categories, defense mechanisms, and implications of security & privacy breaches.
Data Operations Management: Understand the core roles, considerations, and good practices for data operations.
Records & Content Management: Learn about the importance and lifecycle of records management.
By the end of the course, delegates will have a well-rounded understanding of Information Management disciplines and will be well-prepared to apply this knowledge in their professional roles.

Speaker

Chris Bradley

Information Management Strategist, Evangelist & Speaker

Data Management Advisors Ltd

Christopher Bradley has spent 39 years in the forefront of the Information Management field, working for International organisations in Information Management Strategy, Data Governance, Data Quality, Information Assurance, Master Data Management, Metadata Management, Data Warehouse and Business Intelligence. Chris is an Information Strategist and a recognised thought leader. He advises clients including, Alinma Bank, American Express, ANZ, British Gas, Bank of England, BP, Celgene, Cigna Insurance, EDP, Emirates NBD, Enterprise Oil, ExxonMobil, GSK, HSBC, NAB, National Grid, Riyad Bank, SABB, SAMA, Saudi NIC, Saudi Aramco, Shell, Statoil, and TOTAL. He is VP of Professional Development for DAMA-International, the inaugural Fellow of DAMA CDMP, past president of DAMA UK. He is an author of the DMBoK 2 and author and examiner for professional certifications. In 2016 Chris received the lifetime achievement award from DAMA International for exceptional services to furthering Data Management education & to the International Data Management community. Chris guides Global organizations on Information Strategy, Data Governance, Information Management best practice and how organisations can genuinely manage Information as a critical corporate asset. Frequently he is engaged to evangelise the Information Management and Data Governance message to Executive management, introduce data governance and new business processes for Information Management and to deliver training and mentoring. Chris is Director of the E&P standards committee “DMBoard”, sits on several International Data Standards committees, teaches at several Master’s Degree University Classes Internationally. He authored “Data Modelling for the Business”, is a primary author of DMBoK 2.0, a member of the Meta Data Professionals Organisation (MPO) and a holder at “Fellow” level of CDMP and examiner for several professional certifications. Chris is an acknowledged thought leader in Data Governance, author of several papers and books, and an expert judge on the annual Data Governance best practice awards.