MCDBA certification stands for Microsoft Certified Database Administrator
. This credential validates an individuals skill set required for a variety of jobs globally, be it database administrator, database analyst or a developer. But to achieve this MCDBA certification from Microsoft, you need to have some experience of Microsoft SQL Server. Earning a MCDBA certification gives you the assurance of getting the recruiters chasing for you because of the expertise and knowledge you possess. An authorization from Microsoft not only guarantees your job satisfaction but also helps you fine tune the troubleshooting skills. Moreover with this MCDBA certification with you, you get the privilege of accessing exclusive MCP (Microsoft Certified Professional) courses and their benefits.
Earning this valuable certification the job is a bit tough. You need to clear four tests beforehand to achieve this certification. The first hurdle is an exam on Microsoft SQL Server Administration. If you have already cleared a similar test, you can proceed for the next test. The next requirement is to clear one SQL server design exam. And if you have already cleared a similar test then you need to pass Microsoft Windows 2000 Server or Windows Server 2003 exam. The test includes skills like maintaining as well as managing a windows server 2003 environment, network infrastructure and administering MS windows 2000 server.
Upon fulfilment of this criterion the next requirement is to clear an elective exam based on your specialization on a particular field. Various available options about choosing the elective exam includes administering MS Windows 2000 network Infrastructure, .NET framework and other web based client development programs.
The best and the most effective way to train yourself for this MCDBA certification is the exam preparation guide for each exam provided by Microsoft itself. However the number of questions included in each exam varies from year to year; still the preparation guide helps protect exam security as well as the high standards of the certification. The best and the only way to crack these exams are to work hard as much as possible and practice the skills mentioned in the preparation guide provided by Microsoft.