Oracle Exams!!

 About Oracle exams:

The following Certification are done in Oracle DBA.

1) Database Administrator Certified Associate.

2) Database Administrator Certified Professional.

3) Database Administrator Certified Master Paths.

Information About the Exams & there Benefits are given below...

Benefits of Oracle Certification

    The demand for professionals in the information technology (IT) industry is high, and the competition for jobs is intense. Individuals, experienced or new to the profession, need to know what skills make them attractive to employers. Employers look for ways to select prospective employees who have the solid foundation of skills needed for effective performance. 

The Oracle Certification Program helps the IT industry establish a standard of competence in key entry-level and professional job roles.

An Oracle Certification is a valuable, industry-recognized credential that signifies a proven level of knowledge and ability. Each higher level of Oracle certification brings a higher standard of benchmarked skill and ability, which leads to greater opportunities and higher pay.

"Technical certifications have evolved from a hiring tool to a screening tool: If you don’t have them, you aren’t viewed as a serious candidate."

Oracle Certified Associates(OCA)

OCA

 An Oracle Certified Associate (OCA) demonstrates a solid understanding of the foundation skills of a given job role, which can be applied at an apprentice or entry level.
By earning an OCA certification, you can have increased entry-level job opportunities. The OCA is the stepping-stone to starting a successful career as an Oracle professional. 



Oracle Certified Associate Information:

The Oracle Certification Program begins with the Associate level, which recognizes achievement in mastering introductory Oracle skills. Have confidence in your knowledge. Set yourself apart from the rest and get the information technology job you deserve. 

-> Prove ability to perform foundation level Oracle tasks.
-> Carry the Oracle-approved mark of your skill level.
-> Help you and your employers improve productivity.

Oracle Certified Associate Exams:

1) Oracle 9i: DBA Fundamentals I Study Guide  2) Oracle 9i New Features for Administrators  3) Oracle 9i: DBA Fundamentals II  4) Oracle9i Performance Tuning Study Guide  5) Oracle 9i: Introduction to Oracle 9i: SQL

Oracle Certified Professionals(OCP)

OCP

Oracle Certified Professionals Informations:

The Oracle Certified Professional recognizes achievement in mastering intermediate and advanced Oracle skills. Demonstrate proficiency and receive recognition in managing the implementation of Oracle technology while putting your career on the fast track. 

-> Gain additional job opportunities - fill the Oracle skills gap in the marketplace.
-> Help your employers accelerate adoption of technology solutions and maximize ROI.
-> Increased opportunity to earn 21% more on average than your non certified counterpart.


 Oracle Certified Professionals Exams:

1) Oracle Database 9i: OCP New Features For AdministratorsOracle Database 10g.
2) OCP New Features For AdministratorsOracle Database 11g.
3) OCP New Features For Administrators.

Oracle Certified Master(ocm)

OCA

The Oracle OCM credential is the most advanced Database Administrator certification. This credential is for senior database professionals with both classroom and on-the-job experience. Candidates must first obtain the OCA and OCP credentials. In addition, they must complete two advanced hands-on courses and pass the two-day practicum exam.


 Oracle Certified Master Information:

The Oracle Certified Master credential is for Oracle Certified Professionals with advanced training and at least 3 - 4 years of professional enterprise-level Oracle experience. To become an Oracle Certified Master a candidate must complete two required advanced DBA courses from Oracle University and pass an Oracle Certified Master exam.
Expert Advice about the OCM Exam from Senior OU Instructors
We recommend minimum Oracle experience of 3 - 4 years; more typical of the qualified candidate would be 5 years or more.

1. Make sure you have all the skills described under Recommeded Minimum Skills and Experience.
2. Be prepared to use the non-searchable documentation during the exam, to help you with correct syntax.
3. Review command line solutions and be prepared to use them, even if you know how to do things in GUI. GUI is not available for every segment of the exam.
4. Take the time to get hands-on practice with all the exam objectives, especially on skills that you do not use regularly.
5. You must be able to translate high-level conceptual requirements into the specific commands and actions that are needed to execute them. This is where your years of experience and hands-on practice are especially vital to success on the exam.

Available Master Certification Exams: 

1) Oracle Database 10g Administrator Certified Master Exam.
2) Oracle Database 11g Certified Master Exam.
3) Oracle Database 11g Certified Master Upgrade Exam.