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Database Management Systems

Certificate Program

Most businesses today are particularly data intensive. There are so many Database Management Systems (DBMS) products have been developed, targeting workstations or mid-range and mainframe computers. As a result, demand for qualified data management professionals will continue to grow robustly.

Cal State East Bay's certificate in Database Management Systems is designed for technical professionals who want to learn the principles and practices involved in designing, administering, tuning, and using shared databases. The certificate provides not only broad, general knowledge of database systems and concepts, but also state-of-the-art practical skills sought most from DBMS professionals.

Program Objectives

  • To provide in-depth knowledge of the concepts behind a DBMS, and then focus on issues related to practical database design.
  • To give students hands-on, comprehensive skills for SQL language as well as an introduction to PL/SQL.
  • To help students gain an extensive knowledge and develop skills in PL/SQL language.
  • To prepare students for the Certified Database Associate Exam IZ0-052 (Administration I) and the Certified Database Professional (OCP) Exam IZ0-053 (Administration II).

Who Should Attend

The program is geared to technical professionals seeking to augment their understanding of the latest database systems, keep pace with ongoing industry changes and the evolving enterprise environment.

Also students who are willing to start a career in the database field will find a full complement of courses to establish a solid foundation in the requisite disciplines.

Program Highlights

Type of degree conferred: Certificate
Number of courses: 5 courses
Minimum program length: 5 quarters
Maximum program length: 3 years
Tuition costs (estimated): $624 per course / $3,124 total plus $45 application fee
(Tuition fees are subject to change at any time)