Data stewardship is at the heart of effective governance. In this course, Dr. Anne Marie Smith, PhD. breaks down what it truly means to serve as a data steward and why the role is essential for maintaining data quality, consistency, and organizational trust. 

You’ll explore the core responsibilities of stewards, the various stewardship roles that exist across organizations, and how each contributes to governing data throughout its lifecycle. The course also highlights the common challenges stewards face, including conflicting priorities, unclear ownership, resource constraints, and offers practical strategies for addressing them. 

This course provides the foundational understanding new stewards need before moving on to more advanced topics in the learning plan. 

Course Highlights 

• Clear explanation of the data steward role and its purpose 
• Overview of common types of stewards and their responsibilities 
• Practical insight into day-to-day stewardship activities 
• Strategies for navigating typical challenges in stewardship work 
• Strong grounding in how stewardship supports data governance 

Pricing and Credits 

• Learning Plan Price: $349 
• Individual Course Price: $99 
• Course CEUs: 2.0 hours 
• Learning Plan CEUs: 9.0 hours 

By the End of This Course, You’ll Be Able To: 

• Explain the core functions of a data steward 
• Identify different types of stewards and the responsibilities of each 
• Recognize common stewardship challenges and approaches for overcoming them 
• Understand how stewardship fits within broader governance practices 

Why Take This Course? 

This course gives new stewards the clarity and confidence to step into their role effectively. It helps learners understand the expectations, responsibilities, and realities of stewardship, and how their work contributes to governance success and organizational alignment. 

Is This Course Right for You or Your Team? 

This course is a great fit for: 

• New or emerging data stewards 
• Business users transitioning into data ownership or stewardship roles 
• Professionals supporting governance, quality, or compliance initiatives 
• Teams developing or formalizing a stewardship program 

No technical background is required; this course is intentionally designed for business-oriented professionals. 

This Course Includes: 

• A 53-minute educational training video 
• A 13-question practice exam 
• “Check for Understanding” quizzes after each section 
• Downloadable presentation slides 
• Self-paced, on-demand access with progress tracking 
• Unlimited course access