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On this 8 day accelerated course, you'll learn the skills to get MCSA: SQL Server 2016 and MCSE: Data Management and Analytics certified.
Choose from three distinct MCSA pathways to develop your SQL Server 2016 skills across Business Intelligence, Database Administration or Database Development. Then select an elective to advance your SQL Server skills across these distinct disciplines, learning how to manage business data both on premises and in cloud environments.
Below are the options available to you. First choose from the following MCSA certification courses:
Then, to achieve this MCSE: Data Management and Analytics certification, choose just one of the following elective accelerated course and exam combinations:
Earning the MCSE: Data Management and Analytics certification will prove your competency in SQL administration, building enterprise-scale data solutions and leveraging business intelligence data- both on premises and in cloud environments.
Using our unique Lecture | Lab | Review technique, our Microsoft Certified Trainers will immerse you in the Microsoft Official Curriculum. This technique will make use of both theoretical and practical tasks. This will help you better retain information and develop your hands-on skills which can be applied in the office.
You'll be prepared for and sit your exams on-site. This is covered by your Certification Guarantee.
Earning an MCSE: Data Management and Analytics certification will qualify you for roles such as database analyst, database designer, and business intelligence analyst.
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Step 1: Attain your chosen MCSA:
Step 2: Choose one of the following electives to achieve your MCSE: Data Management and Analytics certification
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You may be entitled to heavily-discounted training via Microsoft's Software Assurance Training Voucher (SATV) scheme. If your business has bought Microsoft software, check to see if it came bundled with free training vouchers! Vouchers can be exchanged against training for all Microsoft technologies. If you’re unsure, get in touch with us
Other accelerated training providers rely heavily on lecture and independent self-testing and study.
Effective technical instruction must be highly varied and interactive to keep attention levels high, promote camaraderie and teamwork between the students and instructor, and solidify knowledge through hands-on learning.
This information has been provided as a helpful tool for candidates considering training. Courses that include certification come with a Certification Guarantee. Pass first time or train again for free (just pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs). We do not make any guarantees about personal successes or benefits of obtaining certification. Benefits of certification determined through studies do not guarantee any particular personal successes.
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You will sit a minimum of three exams, on-site, during this course. This is covered by your Certification Guarantee.
Depending on the MCSA path you choose you will take the two exams that align to one of the MCSA certifications:
MCSA: SQL 2016 Database Administration
MCSA: SQL 2016 Database Development
MCSA: SQL 2016 Business Intelligence Development
MCSA: BI Reporting
MCSA: SQL Server
MCSA: Machine Learning
MCSA: Data Engineering with Azure
You'll also choose just one of the following exams to get your MCSE: Data Management and Analytics certification:
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Depending on the elective you’ve chosen, the following will be included:
Firebrand Training offers top-quality technical education and certification training in an all-inclusive course package specifically designed for the needs and ease of our students. We attend to every detail so our students can focus solely on their studies and certification goals.
Our instructors teach to accommodate every student's learning needs through individualised instruction, hands-on labs, lab partner and group exercises, independent study, self-testing, and question/answer drills.
Firebrand Training has dedicated, well-equipped educational facilities where you will attend instruction and labs and have access to comfortable study and lounging rooms. Our students consistently say our facilities are second-to-none.
We’re currently migrating from printed to digital courseware. Some courseware is already available in digital, while other books remain in printed form. To find out if this course is digital, call us on 080 80 800 888.
There are several benefits of easy-to-use digital courseware: downloads are immediate, and you’ll always have your courseware available wherever you are. You won’t need to wait for a printed book to be delivered before you start learning – and it’s better for the environment. You can choose to download the courseware to your own device, or borrow one of ours.
Considering a Microsoft course? Always have the most up-to-date Microsoft digital courseware with ‘Fresh Editions’. This gives you access to all versions of digital courseware – you’ll receive updates and revisions of your textbook, at no charge, for the life of that course.
Should a student complete a Firebrand Training Program without having successfully passed all vendor examinations, the student may re-attend that program for a period of one year. Students will only be responsible for accommodations and vendor exam fees.
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Depending on the course and elective exam you choose, the prerequisites vary greatly. Please call us on 080 80 800 888 to discuss your chosen elective and we can explain the process.
Don’t worry - we’ll discuss your technical background, experience and qualifications to determine whether this accelerated course suits you.
Just call us on 080 80 800 888 and speak to one of our enrolment consultants.
Firebrand is an immersive environment and requires commitment. Some prerequisites are simply guidelines; you may find your unique experience, attitude and determination enables you to succeed on your accelerated course.
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Read reviews from recent accelerated courses below or visit Firebrand Stories for written and video interviews from our alumni.
"The training centre is very well organised and professional, I found the course very detailed and got a lot out of it."
Joseph Naber. - Microsoft MTA Software Development Fundamentals (3 days) (10/1/2019 to 11/1/2019)
"Firebrand training is a good way to get qualifications fast. Be prepared with the self-learning before hand and for long days."
Anonymous. - Microsoft MTA Software Development Fundamentals (3 days) (10/1/2019 to 11/1/2019)
"The course was intense but well delivered, the instructor engaged with the group and took the time to give good feedback and help."
Joseph Naber, Games Workshop. - Microsoft MTA Software Development Fundamentals (3 days) (10/1/2019 to 11/1/2019)
"Highly recommendable course and praise worthy."
W.A.. - Microsoft Azure Academy: Infrastructure and Networking (4 days) (7/1/2019 to 10/1/2019)
"The course is high intensity but still managed to maintain a friendly atmosphere. The residential aspect is definitely beneficial to your learning. "
Anonymous. - Microsoft MTA: Windows Server Administration Fundamentals (3 days) (9/1/2019 to 10/1/2019)
"A good learning environment for people who are looking for a job in the IT depart. Friendly instructor. "
Thomas Thornton. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (7/1/2019 to 12/1/2019)
"Great teaching but the course was not particularly relevant to our job and skill set. "
Dexter Lee, BBC. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (7/1/2019 to 12/1/2019)
"Very good facilities, good efficient teaching, would definitely recommend to others that are looking for an IT course."
Andrew Smith, BBC. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (7/1/2019 to 12/1/2019)
"My instructor was extremely committed to help with our studying, with a group who have had very little experience in the topic our course was based on. The resources provided were also very useful."
Sam Hughes, BBC. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (7/1/2019 to 12/1/2019)
"Great experience, learnt a huge amount in a short space of time."
Anonymous. - Microsoft Azure Academy: Infrastructure and Networking (4 days) (7/1/2019 to 10/1/2019)
"Good and clear instruction, with interactive discussions suited to students needs. Thoroughly recommended."
Anonymous. - Microsoft Azure Academy: Infrastructure and Networking (4 days) (7/1/2019 to 10/1/2019)
"Training was excellent and the instructor was amazing."
Samson Jesi, NCC Group. - Microsoft Azure Academy: Infrastructure and Networking (4 days) (7/1/2019 to 10/1/2019)
"Key & relevant advice provided by highly knowledge subject matter experts. Better equipped to provide advice to customers deploying solutions within the cloud."
Anonymous. - Microsoft Azure Academy: Infrastructure and Networking (4 days) (7/1/2019 to 10/1/2019)
"Firebrand are the best training provider I have used, with knowledge and engaged instructors.
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M.P.. - Microsoft Azure Academy: Infrastructure and Networking (4 days) (7/1/2019 to 10/1/2019)
"The course was very helpful to me as I do C# at my job. They cover all basic fundamentals. The food here is great as well. The stay was comfortable and flexible. You can stay here easily and learn quickly."
S.Y.. - Microsoft Programming in C# (4 days) (7/1/2019 to 10/1/2019)
"Good facility, nice people and an organised concept. Enjoyed my stay and learnt new skills."
James Vost. - Microsoft MTA HTML5 App Development Fundamentals (2 days) (7/1/2019 to 8/1/2019)
"The training provided was all relevant and useful for me to prepare for the exam. "
Anonymous. - Microsoft MTA HTML5 App Development Fundamentals (2 days) (7/1/2019 to 8/1/2019)
"Training is relevant but extremely intense, there is a lot to take in in a short amount of time. "
Anonymous. - Microsoft MTA HTML5 App Development Fundamentals (2 days) (7/1/2019 to 8/1/2019)
"Intensive training, I would recommend, decent level of experience required, but it worked for me to do that extra knowledge required to become MCSA certified. Thanks."
Barry Mansell, CPTO. - Microsoft MCSA: Windows Server 2016 (11 days) (6/12/2018 to 16/12/2018)
"It is a nice experience at Firebrand."
Anonymous. - Microsoft MCSA: Windows Server 2016 (11 days) (6/12/2018 to 16/12/2018)
"I recommend Firebrand to anyone that is looking to either gain knowledge for the first time or to learn something new."
S.P.. - Microsoft MTA Database Fundamentals (2 days) (12/12/2018 to 13/12/2018)
"Awesome place, awesome instructors, real challenges. This is the Firebrands recipe for success."
V.F.. - Microsoft Architecting Microsoft Azure Solutions (3 days) (8/12/2018 to 10/12/2018)
"Learnt a lot - good course, but very intense. Not for the faint or weak! Very good instructor."
Anonymous. - Microsoft Architecting Microsoft Azure Solutions (3 days) (8/12/2018 to 10/12/2018)
"Good course, long hours, sometimes a little overwhelming to say the least. good atmosphere."
Richard Eaton, Avnet. - Microsoft Architecting Microsoft Azure Solutions (3 days) (8/12/2018 to 10/12/2018)
"Great instructor."
Anonymous. - Microsoft MCSA: Cloud Platform & MCSE: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure (Azure) (10 days) (1/12/2018 to 10/12/2018)
"Extremely effective use of time. Very knowledgeable instructor. Good, focused group."
Mark Townsend, TechSea Ltd. - Microsoft MCSA: Cloud Platform & MCSE: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure (Azure) (10 days) (1/12/2018 to 10/12/2018)
"Good trainer who has lots of experience in the field. Taught at a good pace and got through all off the content."
Jess Chapman, Natures Way Foods. - Microsoft MCSA: Windows Server 2016 (11 days) (6/12/2018 to 16/12/2018)
"Very busy course. Lots of content."
Anonymous, Codurance - Microsoft Developing Microsoft Azure Solutions (4 days) (4/12/2018 to 7/12/2018)
"Great way to study in an intensive learning environment without the distractions often attributed to E Learning."
Daniel Middleditch, React Computer Partnership. - Microsoft Implementing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions (3 days) (1/12/2018 to 3/12/2018)
"Its Good."
Lyndon Martin, Nottinghamshire Healthcare. - Microsoft MCSA: SQL Server 2016 - Business Intelligence Development (5 days) (26/11/2018 to 30/11/2018)
"I will happily use firebrand again the staff and the teachers are great, its hard work but completely worth it. "
Anonymous. - Microsoft MCSA: SQL Server 2016 - Business Intelligence Development (5 days) (26/11/2018 to 30/11/2018)
"I love training at Firebrand. As a consultant, every day matters as you do not get paid if you do not work. The immersive bootcamp allows myself to cover twice the material in half the time. I also like getting into my bubble by it being residential so I can focus on absorbing and recalling. Great having the test centre onsite.. Maximises exam cram time. Thank you FB Wyboston."
Roy Casella, Designated. - Microsoft MCSA: SQL Server 2016 - Business Intelligence Development (5 days) (26/11/2018 to 30/11/2018)
"I enjoyed my course at Firebrand. The trainers are friendly and extremely knowledgeable. This was my first experience of Microsoft exams and I would not hesitate to recommend Firebrand for anyone looking to achieve certification."
Darren Conley, Nicander Ltd.. - Microsoft MCSA: SQL Server 2016 - Business Intelligence Development (5 days) (26/11/2018 to 30/11/2018)
"Studying with Firebrand is tough, theres no getting away from the fact that the days are long and full of content, however, the trainers are knowledgeable and the training is delivered professionally, in excellent facilities."
Rob Sims. - Microsoft MCSA: SQL Server 2016 - Business Intelligence Development (5 days) (26/11/2018 to 30/11/2018)
"Great experience and staff, training setup and instructor."
K.W., Midwich Ltd. - Microsoft MCSA: SQL Server 2016 - Business Intelligence Development (5 days) (26/11/2018 to 30/11/2018)
"Course had plenty of useful information and very helpful."
Connor Venton, Ringway Jacobs. - Microsoft MCSA: SQL Server 2016 - Business Intelligence Development (5 days) (26/11/2018 to 30/11/2018)
"My experience of this intensive course was a good one! This was due to my instructor who was so helpful and engaged us all from the beginning to the end. Thanks to the instructor for being an amazing , intelligent , funny and caring instructor"
Louise-Clair Elliot, Freightliner. - Microsoft MCSA: BI Reporting (4 days) (22/11/2018 to 25/11/2018)
"This is how training should be imparted especially the accelerated approach. Thanks a ton."
Sanjeev Putla, NA. - Microsoft MCSA: BI Reporting (4 days) (22/11/2018 to 25/11/2018)
"Intense but worth it"
R.V.. - Microsoft Dynamics AX 7 Financials (5 days) (19/11/2018 to 23/11/2018)
"Different type of training and it was intense. Covered many topics in express speed. It was a good learning experience. "
John Jesudason. - Microsoft Managing SharePoint Server 2016 (6 days) (19/11/2018 to 24/11/2018)
"The instructor is a great trainer that will help you understand SharePoint much better and get certified."
Anonymous. - Microsoft MCSE: Productivity (SharePoint Server 2016) (6 days) (19/11/2018 to 24/11/2018)
"I have learn a lot of new things in a short time."
A.P.. - Microsoft MCSA: Web Applications (Developing ASP.NET MVC Web 5 Applications) (3 days) (20/11/2018 to 22/11/2018)
"Great Teacher, Interesting Courses and the instructor Is the best"
Jo Van Vosselen. - Microsoft MCSA: Web Applications (Developing ASP.NET MVC Web 5 Applications) (3 days) (13/9/2018 to 15/9/2018)
"Another great course with the instructor. Very enjoyable and pleasant, lots of knowledge transfer and helpful real-life cases where to apply these techniques. I'm looking forward for another course in the future with him."
Christian Dornetto, CRM Dynamics Ltd. - Microsoft MCSA: Web Applications (Developing ASP.NET MVC Web 5 Applications) (3 days) (20/11/2018 to 22/11/2018)
"Very efficient training course."
Adel Flici, London Metal Exchange. - Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customisation and Configuration (4 days) (14/11/2018 to 17/11/2018)
"Great course, and really engrossing way to learn."
Ben Lewis, Kagool. - Microsoft Implementing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions (3 days) (14/11/2018 to 16/11/2018)
"The instructor was great yet again. teaching subjects that are not covered, but allows for a better understanding of the course. Highly recommend.
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Anonymous. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (5/11/2018 to 10/11/2018)
"The course was delivered well and taught a broad range of skills, both exam related and functional."
Anonymous. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (5/11/2018 to 10/11/2018)
"The courses are very well structured at Firebrand, the instructors are patient and helpful. "
B.M.. - Microsoft Querying Data with Transact-SQL (3 days) (5/11/2018 to 7/11/2018)
"My trainer was very very helpful"
J.T.. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (5/11/2018 to 10/11/2018)
