Big Data Professional Certification
A professional credential confirming that the holder understands what big data is, how it differs from conventional data, the four Vs, the ecosystem of technologies and the challenges of managing large data volumes. Aimed at analysts, engineers, managers and students.
Why Take It
It prepares the holder to frame business problems in big-data terms and choose suitable technological solutions, so data analysis leads to better decisions rather than just larger datasets.
Who It's For
- Data analysts and data engineers
- IT professionals
- Business analysts and managers
- Data scientists
- Academics and researchers
- Students planning a career in big data
What You'll Be Able to Do
- Explain big data and its commercial benefits
- Distinguish big data from conventional data
- Describe the four Vs: volume, velocity, variety and veracity
- Outline the big-data ecosystem and its key components
- Assess the main technological challenges of managing big data
- Match key technological solutions to those challenges
What the Syllabus Covers
- Big data and its business benefits
- Big data versus conventional data
- The four Vs of big data
- The big-data ecosystem and components
- Technological challenges in big-data administration
- Key technological solutions
Exam and Credential
- Questions
- 40
- Time Allowed
- 60 minutes
- Format
- Multiple choice
- Pass Mark
- 32 out of 40 (80%)
- Delivery
- Online; proctoring at the participant's discretion
- Languages
- English, Spanish, Portuguese, French
- Retakes
- Two attempts at no cost within 180 calendar days of the initial welcome email
- Digital Badge
- Yes
- Valid For
- 3 years
Prerequisites
No formal prerequisites.