An 11-week in-depth program covering SQL Server 2005 analysis services, integration services, and reporting services. The program focuses on teaching data professionals how to use the SQL Server 2005 product features and tools to build business intelligence solutions. These features include analysis services with real-time analytics, integration services, data mining, reporting services, Key Performance Indicators, One-Click Cube, Proactive Caching, SQL Server Management Studio, Business Intelligence Development Studio, and integration with the Microsoft Office system. This program provides students with advanced product knowledge and skills needed to support business users by using the current Microsoft SQL Server database.

This program makes use of the College of Computing and Digital Media's Course OnLine (COL) technology, which captures all lecture elements (audio, visual, whiteboard, and classroom PC) and makes it available for online viewing. Only enrolled students have access to view this material and it is only available while the program is in session.

The SQL Server Business Intelligence Program is an accredited course of DePaul University, which follows the quarter system (as opposed to the semester system).

Course #: IPD 360/IPD 460
Credit hours: 4
Students may elect to register in either IPD 360 (undergraduate level) or IPD 460 (graduate level).

The credit hours are awarded to those who successfully complete the program's academic requirements. Course requirements include programming, design and connectivity assignments. No exams are given.

The ability to apply these credit hours to a degree program is always determined by the college granting the degree. To view course transfer guidelines for DePaul's College of Computing and Digital Media (CDM), click here.

Reading materials for certificate programs consist of textbooks and supplementary handouts. Textbook readings are considered preparatory in nature and are typically assigned prior to lectures; supplementary handouts are frequently distributed in class to provide additional information.

Textbooks for Autumn Quarter 2008: To be announced.

Tuition fee:

Application fee: $40.00 (non-refundable)

Applicants who wish to use the university's DePEPER Plan (DePaul University's Extension Plan for Employer Reimbursement) must return the DePEPER Plan Application to the Institute for Professional Development Office. Submitting this application to any other DePaul office may delay the student's registration process. Information about this plan, along with an application form, is found here.

The university's refund policy allows a return of 100% of tuition (minus a separate $25 registration fee) if the student drops the SQL Server Business Intelligence Program by September 25, 2008.

You may apply online. Or, to apply via fax, mail, or in person, print out and complete the Application Form.

Application fee: $40.00 (non-refundable)