Formalise your role as a professional data steward

Certified Data Steward (CDS)

Data stewardship training and certification

Data stewards are typically accountable for the data strategy, definition, requirements, and quality of the data under their stewardship.

You will play a leadership role within your company's data governance initiative - whether this is driven by regulatory needs, or simply by the realisation that your organisation cannot continue to waste IT spend on systems and projects that are hamstrung by poor quality data.

The Certified Data Stewardship program formalises the role of the data steward, provides a foundation of data literacy for business users thrust into the role, and drives recognition of data stewardship as a profession.

8 Data Stewardship courses

Our online curriculum features 8 courses, each delivered by a global expert with substantial real-world experience

DS-01 Data Stewardship Fundamentals (core courses marked with squares)
DS-02 Data Quality for Data Stewards
DS-03 Data Governance for Data Stewards
DS-04 Metadata Management for Data Stewards

Training is delivered online - all you need is sound and an internet connection.

The courses are designed to equip you with the core skills you need to do your job, as well as advanced tips and tricks normally only gained with years of experience.

We do not assume a specific product or environment will be in place. Whether you are just entering the data stewardship and governance arena, or have years of experience, you will find a course to suit your education needs.

Each course is accompanied by an optional Certified Data Steward (CDS) exam.

Individuals that pass a number of exams can gain the internationally recognised CDS or CDS Ex designation

Some of the packages combine data stewardship courses with advanced courses in data quality, data governance, or master data management (MDM) allowing you to earn both CDS and CIMP designations.