DATABASE DESIGN AND ADMINISTRATION

DATABASE DESIGN AND ADMINISTRATION:

The success of a company is often tied to the skill and speed used in utilizing the vast amount of information it receives. Keeping track of all that information, often called data, has become more complex and has required more elaborate “systems” to manage the process.

Database design and administration involves the storage and retrieval of information. Professionals in this field find the best ways to store and access the data that businesses use everyday. From managing employee data, tracking inventory, and keeping data on customers it is all managed via databases.

Professionals in this field can expect to focus in one of two areas: design or administration. Database administrators monitor and maintain database performance, educate company employees in using the database, test and coordinate changes to new or existing databases, and perform updates. Designers are responsible for building the systems to meet the requirements set by the users. Designers work closely with others throughout an organization to determine the best way to organize and retrieve the company’s data.

1. DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR
   
2. DATABASE ANALYST/PROGRAMMER
   
   

CAREER	DESCRIPTION
DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR	Directs and controls the activities related to data planning and development. Oversees the design of the database system, and is responsible for implementation, backup, recovery, and documentation of the system. Establishes standards and procedures, and may analyze data associated with database. May also be responsible for training and consultation related to the database system.
DATABASE ANALYST / PROGRAMMER	Designs or modifies new or existing databases and coordinates database development applying knowledge of database design standards and data base management system. Communicates with others to ascertain specific requirements, such as types of breakouts, degree of data summarization, and format for management reports. Studies existing data handling systems to evaluate effectiveness and develops new systems to improve production or workflow as required.