Certified Business Intelligence Professional (CBIP) FAQ
What is CBIP?
The Certified Business Intelligence Professional (CBIP) credential is a true test-based certification program. The CBIP credential is offered in five key areas: Leadership and Management, Business Analytics, Data Analysis and Design, Data Integration, and Administration and Technology.
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How much do the exams cost?
To be awarded a CBIP credential, you must pass 3 exams within a particular specialty. When the exams are taken at a TDWI event, the cost per exam is $325 for TDWI Members and $350 for non-members. When the exams are proctored outside of TDWI events, the cost per exam is $350.
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Where can I take exams?
CBIP Exam Labs are offered at TDWI conferences and through our Onsite Program.
Conferences: You will find available exam lab times by reviewing the conference schedule. You will need to bring a laptop for testing. The testing software runs off a USB drive and nothing is loaded on your machine. There will be a sign-up sheet on the message board at the conference. For information, see TDWI conferences.
Onsite Program: We also offer education and CBIP exams through our Onsite Program. For information, see TDWI Onsite.
Additionally, you have the option of having the exams proctored in your area. We work with local colleges and universities. We can also make arrangements with a human resources manager or training manager within your organization. In cases where these arrangements are not convenient, we can remote proctor using a web cam.
You will need to provide identification prior to taking any of the exams. You will also need to complete a CBIP application for the CBIP Program.
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What score do I need to pass?
The CBIP certification – Practitioner level is awarded to those business intelligence professionals who score at or above 50 percent on each of their three exams. It demonstrates a working knowledge of concepts, skills, and techniques within their specialty, as well as the ability to assume leadership responsibilities in their area of specialization at both project and program levels.
The CBIP certification – Mastery level is awarded to professionals who score at or above 70 percent on each of their three exams and is the highest level of CBIP achievement. It demonstrates that concepts, skills, and best practices have been mastered within their specialty and that they have demonstrated both the ability to effectively lead a team at the project and program levels, and the skills to mentor others.
You may retake exams to improve your score and go from the Practitioner level to the Mastery level.
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How can I prepare for the exams?
Becoming CBIP certified is entirely dependent on the scores you receive on each of three exams within a specialty area.
For more information on how you can prepare, see exam preparation resources.
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What are the recertification requirements?
The CBIP credential remains current for three years. To maintain the credential you may either renew your certificate by retaking exams or through ongoing professional development before the end of the third year, and again during each subsequent three-year period. To administer the recertification program there is an annual $125.00 non-refundable fee. For more information on the recertification process, go to Recertification Requirements.