DAMA CDMP Data Management Fundamentals

The DAMA CDMP Data Management Fundamentals training course is the ideal starting point for anyone who takes data management seriously. Over three intensive days, you will be introduced to all the core principles of the profession, based on the global standard: the DAMA DMBoK2. You will learn how to make data valuable, manageable, and strategically deployable within your organization. At the same time, you will prepare specifically for the international DAMA CDMP Data Management Fundamentals exam from DAMA International.

What can you expect?

This training course focuses entirely on developing a solid foundation in data management. You will receive clear explanations of all disciplines within the DAMA DMBoK2, exchange experiences with colleagues, and immediately apply what you have learned in interactive assignments. Practice questions will help you actively prepare for the CDMP exam.
You will also receive the official DAMA DMBoK2 book, supporting slides, reading recommendations, and concrete tools to professionally position data management within your organization.

What will you learn?

After this training:

• You will understand why data is a strategic business asset (“Data as an Asset”);
• Be able to identify the role of Data Governance and Data Management in your organization;
• Have an overview of all data management disciplines and how they relate to each other;
• Recognize pitfalls and opportunities in the field of data management;
• Be able to formulate an action plan for your work situation;
• Be well prepared for the CDMP Data Management Fundamentals exam.

Who is this training intended for?

This training is suitable for anyone involved in data-driven working or data management professionalization. This includes:

• IT-professionals;
• Information managers;
• Business analysts;
• Privacy officers
• CISO’s;
• Managers;
• Data stewards;
• Business controllers;
• And anyone who wants to learn how to better understand, manage, and utilize data.

No specific technical knowledge is required—the training is both in-depth and practical.

Training structure

The training combines theory (DAMA DMBoK2) with practical examples from sectors such as government, healthcare, finance, telecommunications, and industry. Each component of the DMBoK is covered, discussed, and practiced. The interactive approach ensures that you can immediately apply what you have learned to your own work environment.

Desired prior knowledge

• No technical prior knowledge required;
• Some experience with data or information management is an advantage.

Why participate?

Good data management is not a luxury, but an absolute necessity. Whether you are a data engineer, policymaker, or business professional, this training course will provide you with the language, tools, and internationally recognized proof of your expertise.
Would you like to rapidly build up your data knowledge, apply it immediately, and become certified by DAMA International?

Register today and take the first step toward your CDMP certification and a strong future in data management!

The training course has been developed and compiled by professionals with extensive applied knowledge and experience in the field and covers all disciplines (11) as identified by the international standard DAMA-DMBOK2, including the topics ‘Data Management Process’, ‘Data Handling Ethics’ and ‘Big Data & Data Science’.

• Data Management & – Process – 2%
• Data Governance – 11%
• Data Architecture – 6%
• Metadata Management – 11%
• Reference & Masterdata – 10%
• Data Warehousing & Business Intelligence – 10%
• Data Modeling & Design – 11%
• Data Quality – 11%
• Data Integration & Interoperability – 6%
• Data Storage & Operations – 6%
• Document & Content Management – 6%
• Big Data & Data Science – 2%
• Data Security – 6%
• Data Privacy & Ethics – 2%

The training is provided by experienced experts Erik Fransen, Ferry Eijgel, and Philip du Maine, who share both theoretical knowledge and years of practical experience. Through interactive sessions, practical cases, and hands-on exercises, you will translate Master and Reference Data Management concepts directly into your own work environment.

After completing the training, we will register you for the DAMA International certification exam.
The English-language, open-book exam has been developed by DAMA International. The exam tests your knowledge of the latest version of the Data Management Body of Knowledge (DAMA-DMBoK2 Revised Edition).
You must complete the exam, which consists of 100 multiple-choice questions, within 90 minutes. If English is not your native language, the exam will be extended by 20 minutes.