Learning path
Gain the strategic framework, leadership vision, and interpersonal skills needed for effective data management
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DURATION
9 months, Online
PRICE
EUR 3100
EUR 2400
CONTENT
3 Courses
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Your journey starts with the earliest course available after enrolment.
Note: The “Comparing Frameworks” course is offered in a self-paced format. As it doesn’t follow a fixed schedule, it won’t appear on the calendar. You can start it at any time and progress at your own pace.
Learning outcomes
- Earn an industry-recognized certification based on the DCAM framework.
- Develop strong leadership skills that integrate both technical expertise and interpersonal effectiveness.
- Master concepts through a blended learning experience, combining live instruction with flexible self-paced modules.
- Gain practical tools to enhance team communication and drive effective data management.
- Strengthen your ability to lead data initiatives with clarity, confidence, and strategic vision..
Learning journey
This three-course training program builds internationally recognized expertise in data management through the prestigious DCAM certification, practical leadership development, and in-depth knowledge of the leading data management frameworks.
01 · The DCAM v2.2 Framework Training and Certification
This course explores the DCAM framework by EDM Council, providing a practical, real-world approach to sustainable data management through capabilities such as data architecture, quality control, and governance, while demonstrating how the model delivers measurable business value across industries.
02 · Data & Personality: How Different Styles Shape Data-Driven Work
This course explores the role of personality in data work, helping participants understand themselves and others to enhance collaboration, communication, and effectiveness across all data-related activities.
03 · Comparing frameworks: DAMA, DCAM, CDMC
This course helps data professionals compare and understand the leading data management frameworks—DCAM, CDMC, and DAMA—providing guidance on selecting and leveraging the most appropriate model for their organization’s data governance strategy.
Why enroll in this course?
DCAM Framework: The most important and internationally adopted framework for enterprise-level data management excellence.
Data & Personality Course: A one-of-a-kind program that merges data strategy with the human factor for deeper decision-making.
In-Depth Knowledge: Master the key data management frameworks, models, and standards shaping the industry.
Self-Paced Flexibility: Learn at your own rhythm — access all course content anytime within 12 months of your enrolment date.
Course overview
Learning experience
Leadership
Mastering DCAM means acquiring the highest level of practical expertise in data management.
Psychology
Learn how to better understand your colleagues and collaborators to drive the success of your data projects.
Automomy
The e-learning components allow you to manage your learning time flexibly and independently.
Who is it for?
- Chief Data Officers and Data Managers looking to take their expertise to the next level.
- Data professionals interested in exploring a data management framework beyond DAMA.
- Anyone working with data who wants to learn how data management intersects with psychology through a practical, structured approach.
- Anyone curious to understand what a data management framework is and how it can be applied in real-world contexts.
FIT Academy Professional Education in numbers
Presence in the UK, Italy, Spain,
Saudi Arabia & South America
Past Participant Profile
Participants of the Professional Certificate Program in Digital Transformation have a wide range of backgrounds, industries, and experiences. This diversity within the cohort guarantees that you’ll engage with like-minded professionals while also gaining fresh insights to tackle your organization’s specific challenges.
Average years of work experience
- Less than 10 years: 10%
- 10-15 years: 30%
- 16-20 years: 21%
- More than 20 years: 39%
Top industries
- IT/Computers
- Technology/Telecom
- Consulting
- Financial Services
- Government
- Manufacturing
Top functions
- Chief Data Officer
- C-Levels
- Data Manager
- Data Steward
- Data Governance Specialist
- HR Scientist
Frequently asked questions
What is DCAM (Data Capability Assessment Model)?
DCAM is an industry-recognized framework that defines best practices and capabilities for effective data management. It helps organizations assess, improve, and govern their data strategy and operations.
What Are the Objectives of This Learning Path?
The main goal of the Data Manager Path is to provide advanced-level skills to professionals involved in the management and value creation of data within organizations.
What Is the Data & Personality Course?
This is an innovative course focused on understanding the personality traits of colleagues and team members that can significantly influence the success—or failure—of data and AI projects.
What Is the Comparing Frameworks Course?
This course offers a comparison of the main data management frameworks, enabling participants to develop their own critical perspective on the various approaches to managing data effectively.
What Do I Gain at the End of the Learning Path?
By the end of the program, you will have developed deep expertise in data management, along with a rarely addressed focus on the human factor, gaining practical strategies to better understand and manage people in data-driven environments.