Data Dictionaries
The module explains what a data dictionary is along why a data dictionary is needed. The module also explains who uses data dictionaries.
The module also details the different data types listed in a data dictionary, along with a illustrated industry example of a data dictionary.

Learning Objectives:
Learn what a data dictionary is.
Learn why a data dictionary is needed.
Learn what a data dictionary contains such as;
- Definitions
- Descriptions
- Data types
- Data element validation rules
Understand what a typical data dictionary looks like.
Who is Suitable?
This module would be useful for a wide range of data roles; including but not exclusive to data owners, data stewards, data architects and data lineage analysts.
As this is a data understanding module it is especially useful for data analysts and data modellers.
Videos:
- What is a data dictionary?
- What is the difference between a business glossary and a data dictionary?
- How does a data dictionary benefit an organisation?
- What is a validation rule?
Contents:
An Interactive Presentation
4 Videos
60+ Questions
10+ Interactive Questions
3 Final Practice Tests – 30 questions over 30 minutes
Final Examination – 60 questions over 30 minutes
Certification