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    • 2026-06-08
    • 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
    • VIRTUAL
    • 29
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      Prep class for upcoming CDMP exam

    Monday June 8th 4:30-6:00 PM - Rania Waseef will be walking registrants through best practices, tips, and traps for writing the CDMP exam. You must have DAMA-Vancouver Premium or Student/Unemployed membership to register for this exam or prep.

    Note: The $5 "commitment fee" will go to the Vancouver Food Bank.

    Agenda: 

    • 4:30-6:00 PM Rania Waseef's presentation and group discussion.

       

    Join us for a focused 90-minute review session where we will review sample questions across all key chapters of the DAMA-DMBOK. This session is designed to help participants test their knowledge, identify areas for further review, and clarify important concepts before the exam.

    During the session, we will walk through selected practice questions, discuss the reasoning behind the correct answers, and highlight key topics participants may want to revisit as part of their exam preparation.

        

    Rania Waseef is the Founder of Innova CoE, a consulting and training company that helps organizations drive sustainable business and digital transformation through high-impact Centers of Excellence. With over 15 years of cross-industry experience, she brings a multidisciplinary background in engineering, education, and leadership to her work in innovation strategy and enterprise transformation.

    Rania is also the Director of Strategy Execution at a SaaS company, where she leads business and digital transformation initiatives that align with business strategy and maximize organizational value.

    She specializes in helping organizations translate strategy into measurable outcomes by aligning people, processes, data, and technology. Her work focuses on building practical capabilities, governance structures, and change management approaches that enable organizations to adopt innovation, improve performance, and sustain transformation. She also designs and delivers training programs that equip leaders and teams to navigate disruption, strengthen data and digital fluency, and lead people-centred change.

    Rania holds professional certifications in Data Governance through ICCP at the Principal Level, Strategy Planning and Execution from Harvard University, Goal Setting and Performance Metrics including OKRs and KPIs, Lean Six Sigma, Agile Change Management, Business Intelligence, Business Architecture, Project Management, and Business Analysis. She currently serves on the DAMA International Board of Directors, and also serves as VP of Data Governance and Training with DAMA Edmonton and DAMA Regional Director for Data Professional Development.

    Location: Virtual 

    DAMA-Vancouver 2026 Events - Mark Your Calendars:

      • Please send in topics/vendors/paradigms you would like to see!
      • Fri May 22 - Chad on AI Context, Chaos, and Careers
      • Mon Jun 8 - CDMP prep/review by Rania Waseef
      • Sat Jun 20 - Saturday CDMP exam pay-if-you-pass
      • Sat Sep 12 - IIBA & DAMA combine for an AI Governance event
      • Wed Oct 21 - DAMA Days Conference - Theme TBA  (Premium)
      • Fri Nov 20 - TBA
      • Fri Dec 11 - Christmas Party  (Premium)

      Interesting Data Events in 2026 across Canada:



        • 2026-06-20
        • 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM
        • BCIT Downtown Campus - 555 Seymour St, Vancouver, BC - Room 655
        • 16
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          DAMA Canada's 2026 CDMP Exam Pay-If-You-Pass

        Saturday June 20th afternoon - Proctored Pay-If-You-Pass CDMP exam.

        Note: The $5 "commitment fee" will go to the Vancouver Food Bank.

        Agenda: 

        • 12:30-1:00 PM: Registration and Orientation
        • 1:00-2:30 PM: CDMP Exam (20 minutes longer for ESL participants)

        Note: You can also register here for the separate review prep class that Rania will be running on Monday June 8th from 4:30-6:00PM.  Nominal fee to ensure commitment. :)

           

        DAMA Vancouver BC is pleased to offer a Pay-If-You-Pass opportunity for professionals pursuing the Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) – Fundamentals exam. This in-person event is designed to support candidates who are ready to validate their knowledge and take the next step in their data management careers.

        Taking place on Saturday June 20, 2026, from 12:30 to 3:00 PM, this session provides participants with a structured and supportive environment to complete the CDMP Fundamentals or CDMP Architecture exam alongside peers. By participating in this initiative, candidates benefit from a reduced financial barrier. You only pay for the exam if you pass, making it an excellent opportunity to demonstrate your readiness with confidence.

        Join fellow data professionals, test your knowledge, and take a significant step toward earning your CDMP designation.


        Location: BCIT Downtown Campus - 555 Seymour St, Vancouver, BC - Room 655


        FAQ:

        1) What is the duration of the exam?  90 minutes for native English speakers, 110 minutes for ESL (English as a Second Language), non-native speakers.

        2) Can I do it online?  NO, this PIYP event is in person only.

        3) Why can't I register? You must be DAMA-Vancouver Premium or Student/Unemployed membership to register for this exam or prep.

        4) Can I arrive late? NO, the doors will be closed at 12:55 and the exam will start at 1:00 PM sharp. Please make plans to arrive at 12:30 for the check-in. 


        DAMA-Vancouver 2026 Events - Mark Your Calendars:

          • Please send in topics/vendors/paradigms you would like to see!
          • Fri May 22 - Chad Sanderson on AI Context, Chaos, and Careers
          • Mon Jun 8 - Monday evening 4:30-6:00 PM CDMP Exam prep/review with Rania Wassef.
          • Sat Jun 20 - Saturday 12:30-3:00 PM CDMP exam pay-if-you-pass
          • Sat Sep 12 - IIBA & DAMA combined for an AI Governance event
          • Wed Oct 21 - DAMA Days Conference - Theme TBA  (Premium)
          • Fri Nov 20 - TBA
          • Fri Dec 11 - Christmas Party  (Premium)


          Interesting Data Events in 2026 across Canada:



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