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MCDBA CERTIFICATION

Microsoft MCDBA (Microsoft Certified Database Administrator) on Microsoft SQL Server 2000 is an advanced-level certification 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 SQL Server.
The MCDBA Microsoft got its start in the spring of 1999 to coincide with the launch of SQL Server 7.0. The MCDBA has most recently changed in the fall of 2002 with the release of .NET development exams, and in the summer of 2003 with the introduction of Windows Server 2003 exams being part of the MCDBA certification path.
In terms of mixing and matching SQL 7.0 exams with Windows Server 2003 exams, note this comment from Microsoft MCDBA FAQ: Within the MCDBA on SQL Server 2000 certification track, only SQL Server 2000 exams can be combined with Windows Server 2003 Exams 70-290 and 70-291. SQL Server 7.0 Exams 70-028, 70-029, or 70-019 can be combined with Windows Server 2000 Exams 70-215 and 70-216 to fulfill MCDBA certification requirements.
The MCDBA certification does not retire but newer versions of it may be released as technology changes. There are no specific prerequisites for the MCDBA, although Microsoft recommends that you have at least one year of experience working with SQL Server. As soon as candidates pass their first qualifying exam for the MCDBA program, they achieve a Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) certification.
Moreover, if a candidate takes an elective exam with a development slant, he or she will be that much closer to an MCAD (Microsoft Certified Application Developer) or MCSD (Microsoft Certified Solution Developer) certification.
To achieve the MCDBA, a candidate must pass a total of four exams: three core and one elective.
Job roles of those pursuing this certification generally include: database administrators, database analysts, database developers.
For more information:
http://www.microsoft.com/traincert/mcp/mcdba/default.asp
Microsoft Certified Database Administrator MCDBA Certification on Microsoft SQL Server 2000 candidates need to pass three core exams and one elective exam that provide a valid and reliable measure of technical proficiency and expertise in the implementation and administration of SQL Server databases.
Microsoft is integrating Microsoft Windows XP Professional and Microsoft .NET Enterprise Servers exams into the MCDBA on Microsoft SQL Server 2000 certification. Individuals should continue to pursue training and certification in Windows 2000, as skills acquired for Windows 2000 will be highly relevant to and provide a critical foundation for Windows XP Professional and .NET Enterprise Servers.
MCDBAs on Microsoft SQL Server 2000 will not be required to pass Windows XP Professional/.NET Enterprise Servers exams to retain MCDBA certification. The Windows 2000 exams and the Windows XP/.NET Enterprise Servers exams for the MCDBA on Microsoft SQL Server 2000 certification are expected to remain available concurrently.

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