Introduction

In today’s data-driven world, efficient database management is crucial for business success. Administrators must understand how to organize, store, secure, and retrieve data effectively. This course equips participants with practical database management skills, covering SQL, cloud databases, data security, and automation tools to improve efficiency and decision-making.

Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will:

• Understand database fundamentals and key management principles.
• Learn to use SQL for data retrieval, modification, and reporting.
• Implement best practices for data security and backup.
• Explore cloud-based database solutions and automation tools.
• Optimize database performance for business efficiency.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:

• Office administrators and business professionals managing company databases.
• IT support staff and database coordinators responsible for data management.
• HR and finance administrators handling employee or financial databases.
• Anyone looking to enhance their database management skills for business operations.

Course Outline

Day 1: Database Fundamentals & Administration Basics

Session 1: Introduction to Databases & Data Management

• Understanding relational vs. non-relational databases
• Overview of SQL, NoSQL, and cloud-based databases
• Business applications of databases (HR, finance, customer records)

Session 2: Setting Up & Managing a Database

• Creating and structuring a database
• Tables, records, and relationships in database management
• Hands-on: Setting up a basic relational database in Microsoft Access or MySQL

Day 2: SQL Basics & Data Manipulation

Session 1: SQL Fundamentals for Administrators

• Writing basic SQL queries (SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE)
• Sorting and filtering data for reports
• Hands-on: Running SQL queries in MySQL or PostgreSQL

Session 2: Advanced SQL & Reporting

• Using JOINs, GROUP BY, and aggregation functions
• Creating customized reports for administrative use
• Hands-on: Generating a business performance report using SQL

Day 3: Database Security & Compliance

Session 1: Data Security & Access Control

• Understanding database vulnerabilities and security threats
• Implementing user roles, permissions, and access controls
• Hands-on: Setting up role-based access in a database

Session 2: Backup, Recovery & Compliance

• Best practices for database backups and disaster recovery
• Compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, and industry standards
• Hands-on: Creating an automated backup schedule

Day 4: Cloud Databases & Automation

Session 1: Cloud-Based Database Solutions

• Overview of AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud databases
• Migrating from on-premise to cloud databases
• Hands-on: Exploring Google Firebase or Amazon RDS

Session 2: Automating Database Tasks & Integration

• Automating data entry and reporting with Power Automate and Zapier
• Integrating databases with business applications (CRM, ERP, HR systems)
• Hands-on: Creating an automated workflow for data processing

Day 5: Future Trends & Capstone Project

Session 1: Future of Database Management

• AI-powered data management and predictive analytics
• The role of blockchain and decentralized databases
• Case study: How leading companies manage data at scale

Session 2: Capstone Project & Final Assessment

• Group project: Building a small-scale business database
• Presentations and peer feedback
• Course wrap-up and next steps

Final Assessment & Certification

• Practical assessment through a database creation project
• Interactive Q&A and feedback session
• Certification of completion