Courses on DW and BI

[Bar0n]

Is there a reputable institution which offers these 2 courses by themselves? Does UNISA offer it (I'm currently a registered student)? I didn't spot it at first glance on their site. Microsoft certifications normally come at a terrible price, but I'll be open to it if it's the only route.

I should have taken it in my honours year but I had more than enough credits already and didn't want to take on more work.

Thanks.

 

[envo]

Id go through varsity courses rather than industry specific courses. Microsoft teaches differently to Oracle for example.

If you focus on the basics, picking up the software specific stuff is pretty straight forward

 

[reactor_sa]

The topic is not taught well in SA imho. Self teach is probably the better way to go. Taught myself pretty much on the job and reading and communities etc.

 

[Bar0n]

Id go through varsity courses rather than industry specific courses. Microsoft teaches differently to Oracle for example.

If you focus on the basics, picking up the software specific stuff is pretty straight forward

Problem is I don't know if UNISA offers it, and I won't be able to register with my previous university until after masters.

I've found this, but I'm not sure if distance learning is possible, and it's probably going to cost an arm and a leg: http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en-za/mcse-sql-business-intelligence.aspx

 

[Bar0n]

The topic is not taught well in SA imho. Self teach is probably the better way to go. Taught myself pretty much on the job and reading and communities etc.

Especially since I am unable to learn on the job, I would prefer a structured course (self-study is fine) with the end-goal being some kind of certificate to prove I've completed it.