MCDBA - Microsoft Certified Database Administrator

NOTE: All exams in this certification track are retired, with the exception of Exams 70-290, 70-291 and 70-293. If a required exam is retired and you have not yet passed that exam, you cannot complete the certification track. You must fulfill all listed requirements to earn the certification. If you passed a required exam before it retired, it can be applied toward certification.

The Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA) certification is appropriate for individuals who derive physical database designs, develop logical data models, create physical databases, create data services by using Transact-SQL, manage and maintain databases, configure and manage security, monitor and optimize databases, and install and configure Microsoft SQL Server 2000. The MCDBA certification validates a unique set of skills that are required to succeed in a variety of job roles, such as database administrator, database analyst, and database developer. Candidates should have at least one year of experience working with Microsoft SQL Server.

Why get certified?

                              
Earning a Microsoft Certification validates your proven experience and knowledge in using Microsoft products and solutions. Designed to be relevant in today's rapidly changing IT marketplace, Microsoft Certifications help you utilize evolving technologies, fine-tune your troubleshooting skills, and improve your job satisfaction.
Whether you are new to technology, changing jobs, or a seasoned IT professional, becoming certified demonstrates to customers, peers, and employers that you are committed to advancing your skills and taking on greater challenges. In addition, certification provides you with access to exclusive Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) resources and benefits, including opportunities to connect with a vast, global network of MCPs.

MCDBA Certifications

                                                  
To earn the Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA) credential, you must pass four exams (in any order):

                                
• One Microsoft SQL Server Administration exam
• One SQL Server Design exam
• One Microsoft Windows 2000 Server or Windows Server 2003 exam
• One elective exam

                          
Upgrade Paths

                               
Upgrade from MCDBA to MCTS or MCITP on SQL Server 2005:

                                   
Upgrade paths from MCDBA to MCTS or MCITP on SQL Server 2005 are no longer available. All exams for these upgrade paths are retired.