Metadata gives structure, meaning, and trust to an organization’s data. In this course, Christopher Bradley, CDMP Fellow and former DAMA VP of Professional Development, provides a focused introduction to both the CDMP exam requirements and the core concepts of metadata management. 

You’ll explore what metadata truly is—beyond the “data about data” cliché—examining its types, sources, and organizational value. The course connects metadata management directly to business strategy, governance, and compliance, emphasizing how effective metadata practices drive clarity, consistency, and decision confidence. 

Designed as the first step in the Metadata Management Specialist Learning Plan, this course prepares learners for the CDMP Metadata Management Specialist exam while building practical insight into how metadata supports enterprise data initiatives. 

Course Highlights 

• Foundations of metadata and its real-world business value 
• How metadata supports governance, stewardship, and compliance 
• Overview of CDMP exam coverage and expectations 
• Key types of metadata and their enterprise roles 
• Best practices for capturing, managing, and applying metadata assets 
• Practical insights from a CDMP Fellow and DAMA thought leader 

Pricing and Credits 

• Learning Plan Price: $599 
• Individual Course Price: $199 
• Course CEUs: 2.5 hours 
• Learning Plan CEUs: 9.0 hours 

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

• Understand the full scope of metadata beyond the traditional definition 
• Identify key categories of metadata and their organizational functions 
• Recognize how metadata drives governance, stewardship, and compliance outcomes 
• Apply best practices for metadata capture, management, and exploitation 
• Build the confidence and foundation to succeed on the CDMP Metadata Management Specialist exam 

Why Take This Course? 

This course bridges exam preparation and applied knowledge, helping learners understand not just what metadata is, but why it matters. Whether your goal is to pass the CDMP exam or to improve how your organization manages and governs data, this course offers actionable frameworks and proven approaches to put metadata to work. 

Is This Course Right for You or Your Team? 

This course is designed for data professionals, stewards, architects, and analysts who want to: 

• Begin or advance their CDMP certification journey 
• Understand how metadata connects to data governance and business strategy 
• Strengthen their foundational understanding before diving into advanced metadata topics 

No prior technical background is required, only a desire to strengthen organizational data practices and achieve professional certification. 

This Course Includes: 

• A 101-minute educational training video 
• An 18-question content-based practice exam 
• “Check for Understanding” quizzes after each section 
• Downloadable presentation slides for CDMP study support Self-paced, on-demand access with progress tracking 
• Unlimited course access