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Database Administration Courses

Database administration courses can help you learn data modeling, query optimization, backup strategies, and performance tuning. You can build skills in managing database security, ensuring data integrity, and automating routine tasks. Many courses introduce tools like SQL Server, Oracle Database, and MySQL, that support implementing these skills effectively. You'll also explore methods for troubleshooting issues and maintaining system reliability, preparing you for various challenges in database management.

Popular Database Administration Courses and Certifications


  • E

    EDUCBA

    MEAN Stack Developer: MongoDB, ExpressJS, AngularJS & NodeJS

    Skills you'll gain: MongoDB, Node.JS, Angular, Restful API, API Design, NoSQL, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Database Development, Scalability, JavaScript Frameworks, Authentications, Query Languages, Web Frameworks, Web Applications, JSON, Application Programming Interface (API), Database Management, Authorization (Computing), Distributed Computing, Web Development Tools

    4.7 stars, 163 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (163) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Understanding Cloud Spanner

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Data Migration, Database Administration, NoSQL, Cloud Management, Database Development, Database Management, Cloud Applications, Database Architecture and Administration, Cloud Development, Operational Databases, Relational Databases, Terraform, Dataflow, Database Design, Query Languages, Data Pipelines, Distributed Computing, Performance Tuning, Application Deployment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • S

    SkillUp

    Program Management: Framework, Strategy, and Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Program Implementation, Organizational Strategy, Project Portfolio Management, Risk Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management, Benefits Administration, Risk Management Framework, Plan Execution, Strategic Planning, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Program Development, Portfolio Management, Change Management, Project Closure

    4.7 stars, 55 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (55) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Environmental Health: the Foundation of Global Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Occupational Health, Environment Health And Safety, Occupational Hygiene, Public Health, Environmental Laws, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Policy, Systems Thinking, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Science, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Injury Prevention, Environmental Issue, Health Policy, Risk Analysis

    4.6 stars, 135 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (135) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Microsoft Copilot, .NET Framework, Algorithms, Back-End Web Development, Performance Tuning, Theoretical Computer Science, Scalability

    4.6 stars, 44 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (44) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Jakarta Persistence (JPA)

    Skills you'll gain: Object-Relational Mapping, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Database Design, Data Access, Data Persistence, Java, Relational Databases, Data Mapping, Java Programming, JUnit, SQL, Query Languages, Software Versioning

    5 stars, 13 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (13) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Manage Data for an Online Grocer Using MySQL Workbench

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, MySQL Workbench, Database Development, MySQL, Relational Databases, Databases, SQL, Database Management, Query Languages, Data Manipulation, Data Migration

    4.8 stars, 9 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.8 (9) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • T

    Tencent Cloud

    Tencent Cloud SysOps Associate

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Data Storage, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Storage, Serverless Computing, Cloud Computing, Scalability, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Services, System Monitoring, Load Balancing, Virtual Networking, Cloud Security, Operational Databases, Database Administration, Cloud Deployment, Database Management, Databases, Application Deployment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    Scrimba

    Intro to Model Context Protocol (MCP)

    Skills you'll gain: Model Context Protocol, AI Workflows, AI Integrations, Generative AI Agents, Tool Calling, OpenAI API, Agentic Workflows, Anthropic Claude, Context Management, Real Time Data, Debugging, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Servers, Artificial Intelligence, Data Access, Generative AI, Interoperability, Server Administration

    3.7 stars, 30 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.7 (30) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    Novartis

    Pre-formulation

    Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Drug Development, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacology, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Medication Administration, Chemistry, Analytical Testing

    4.8 stars, 56 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (56) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Atlassian

    Introduction to Jira

    Skills you'll gain: Issue Tracking, Collaborative Software, Workflow Management, Project Management Software, Administration

    4.5 stars, 23 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (23) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • N

    Northeastern University

    Data-Driven Systems: DBMS, SQL & Data Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Database Systems, Database Theory, MongoDB, Database Development, Database Management Systems, Data Modeling, Database Management, Database Architecture and Administration, NoSQL, Relational Databases, Unified Modeling Language, SQL, Data Management, Performance Tuning, Software Architecture, Conceptual Design

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular database administration courses

  • MEAN Stack Developer: MongoDB, ExpressJS, AngularJS & NodeJS: EDUCBA
  • Understanding Cloud Spanner: Google Cloud
  • Program Management: Framework, Strategy, and Planning: SkillUp
  • Environmental Health: the Foundation of Global Public Health: University of Michigan
  • Data Structures and Algorithms: Microsoft
  • Jakarta Persistence (JPA): LearnQuest
  • Manage Data for an Online Grocer Using MySQL Workbench: Coursera
  • Tencent Cloud SysOps Associate: Tencent Cloud
  • Intro to Model Context Protocol (MCP): Scrimba
  • Pre-formulation: Novartis

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