Microsoft Certified IT Professional: Database Administrator (MCITP DBA)
Demonstrate your ability to design, implement, and manage the 
administration of Microsoft SQL Server 2000 databases successfully. The Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA) credential shows customers and employers you can effectively lead their database administration programs, and provides you with the option to upgrade your credential to support Microsoft SQL Server 2005 as business needs dictate.
Overview
MCDBA candidate profile
The Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA) credential is appropriate 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 Microsoft SQL Server. This credential validates a unique set of skills that are required to succeed in a variety of job roles, such as database administrator, database analyst, and database developer. Candidates should have at least one year of experience working with Microsoft SQL Server.
* View MCDBA requirements
For individuals who administer, develop, or analyze Microsoft SQL Server 2005 or SQL Server 2008 databases, we offer Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) and Microsoft Certified IT Professional MCITP certification paths that reflect current job roles.
* Explore the MCTS certifications
* Learn about the MCITP Training credential
Additionally, a Microsoft Certified Master (MCM) certification is available for senior-level IT professionals who seek in-depth and comprehensive training on implementing database solutions by using Microsoft SQL Server 2008.
* Check out the MCM program
Why get certified?
Earning a Microsoft Certification validates your proven experience and knowledge in using Microsoft products and solutions. Designed to be relevant in today’s rapidly changing IT marketplace, Microsoft Certifications help you utilize evolving technologies, fine-tune your troubleshooting skills, and improve your job satisfaction.
Whether you are new to technology, changing jobs, or a seasoned IT professional, becoming certified demonstrates to customers, peers, and employers that you are committed to advancing your skills and taking on greater challenges. In addition, certification provides you with access to exclusive Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) resources and benefits, including opportunities to connect with a vast, global network of MCPs.
Certifications
To earn the Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA) credential, you must pass four exams (in any order):
* One Microsoft SQL Server Administration exam
* One SQL Server Design exam
* One Microsoft Windows 2000 Server or Windows Server 2003 exam
* One elective exam
Note Many of the exams in this certification track are retired. If a required exam is retired and you have not yet passed that exam, you cannot complete the certification track. You must fulfill all listed requirements to earn the certification. If you passed a required exam before it retired, it can be applied toward certification. The credential will not expire.
Exams on SQL Server Administration: Choose one
Exam number
Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Enterprise Edition
Note This exam is retired, but if you already passed it, you can apply it toward this certification.
Exam 70-228
Administering Microsoft SQL Server 7.0
Note This exam is retired, but if you already passed it, you can apply it toward this certification. This exam cannot be used to fulfill this requirement if you choose Exam 70-290 or 70-291 for the Windows 2000 Server/Windows Server 2003 requirement.
Exam 70-028
Exams on SQL Server Design: Choose one
Exam number
Designing and Implementing Databases with Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Enterprise Edition
Note This exam is retired, but if you already passed it, you can apply it toward this certification.
Exam 70-229
Designing and Implementing Databases with Microsoft SQL Server 7.0
Note This exam is retired, but if you already passed it, you can apply it toward this certification. This exam cannot be used to fulfill the SQL Server Design requirement if you choose Exam 70-290 or 70-291 for the Windows 2000 Server/Windows Server 2003 requirement.
Exam 70-029
Exams on Windows 2000 Server or Windows Server 2003: Choose one
Exam number
Managing and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Environment
Exam 70-290
Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure
Exam 70-291
Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Server
Note This exam is retired, but if you already passed it, you can apply it toward this certification.
Exam 70-215
Elective exams: Choose one
Exam number
Implementing and Administering a Microsoft Windows 2000 Network Infrastructure
Note This exam is retired, but if you already passed it, you can apply it toward this certification.
Exam 70-216
Planning and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure
Exam 70-293
TS: Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 – Web-Based Client Development
Note Candidates who are MCAD-certified may substitute Exam 70-551 to satisfy this requirement. Candidates who are MCSD-certified may substitute Exam 70-553 to satisfy this requirement.
Exam 70-528
TS: Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 – Windows-Based Client Development
Note Candidates who are MCAD-certified may substitute Exam 70-552 to satisfy this requirement. Candidates who are MCSD-certified may substitute Exam 70-553 to satisfy this requirement.
Exam 70-526
TS: Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 – Distributed Application Development
Note Candidates who are MCSD-certified may substitute Exam 70-554 to satisfy this requirement.
Exam 70-529
Developing and Implementing Web Applications with Microsoft Visual Basic .NET and Microsoft Visual Studio .NET
Note This exam is retired, but if you already passed it, you can apply it toward this certification.
Exam 70-305
Developing and Implementing Windows-based Applications with Microsoft Visual Basic .NET and Microsoft Visual Studio .NET
Note This exam is retired, but if you already passed it, you can apply it toward this certification.
Exam 70-306
Developing XML Web Services and Server Components with Microsoft Visual Basic .NET and the Microsoft .NET Framework
Note This exam is retired, but if you already passed it, you can apply it toward this certification.
Exam 70-310
Developing and Implementing Web Applications with Microsoft Visual C# .NET and Microsoft Visual Studio .NET
Note This exam is retired, but if you already passed it, you can apply it toward this certification.
Exam 70-315
Developing and Implementing Windows-Based Applications with Microsoft Visual C# .NET and Microsoft Visual Studio .NET
Note This exam is retired, but if you already passed it, you can apply it toward this certification.
Exam 70-316
Developing XML Web Services and Server Components with Microsoft Visual C# .NET and the Microsoft .NET Framework
Note This exam is retired, but if you already passed it, you can apply it toward this certification.
Exam 70-320
Designing and Implementing Distributed Applications with Microsoft Visual C++ 6.0
Note This exam is retired, but if you already passed it, you can apply it toward this certification.
Exam 70-015
Designing and Implementing Data Warehouses with Microsoft SQL Server 7.0
Note This exam is retired, but if you already passed it, you can apply it toward this certification. This exam cannot be used to fulfill the elective requirement if you choose Exam 70-290 or 70-291 for the Windows 2000 Server/Windows Server 2003 requirement.
Exam 70-019
Designing and Implementing Distributed Applications with Microsoft Visual FoxPro 6.0
Note This exam is retired, but if you already passed it, you can apply it toward this certification.
Exam 70-155
Designing and Implementing Distributed Applications with Microsoft Visual Basic 6.0
Note This exam is retired, but if you already passed it, you can apply it toward this certification.
Exam 70-175
Upgrade Paths
Upgrade from MCDBA to MCTS on SQL Server 2005
As a Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA), you have the option of upgrading your credential to reflect your Microsoft SQL Server 2005 expertise by earning a Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) credential.
Current certification
Certification goal
Required exam
MCDBA
MCTS on SQL Server 2005
Exam 70-431: TS: Microsoft SQL Server 2005 – Implementation and Maintenance
Upgrade to MCITP Database Administrator
Once you have earned the MCTS credential by following the upgrade path described above, you have completed the prerequisite for the MCITP Database Administrator credential.
Current certification
Certification goal
Required exam
MCDBA
and
MCTS on SQL Server 2005
MCITP: Database Administrator
Exam 70-447: Upgrade: MCDBA Skills to MCITP Database Administrator by Using Microsoft SQL Server 2005