Many questions where asked lately on how to prepare for the Microsoft BI Specialisation within the Microsoft Partner Program.

Here's a review on the information available & resources.

Microsoft Partner Program Site : https://partner.microsoft.com/global/program/competencies/40012911 (Requirements)

Effective January 1, 2007, to remain active in this specialization,

1) you will need to have two individuals within your organization pass one of the following exams:

  • Microsoft Exam 70-431: TS: Microsoft SQL Server 2005 - Implementation and Maintenance
  • Microsoft Exam 70-445: PRO: Designing Business Intelligence Solutions Using Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Analysis Services (available in 2007)
  • Microsoft Exam 70-446: PRO: Designing a Business Intelligence Infrastructure Using Microsoft SQL Server 2005 (available in 2007)

2) Submit at least three customer references that showcase business intelligence services, reporting, tools, and application solutions using SQL Server technolog

Preparation for the 70-445 Exam

See links above. Information on how to buy te Material, please contact your PAM

Preparation for the 70-446 Exam

See links above. Information on how to buy te Material, please contact your PAM

In addition to the MOC's you can also read some recommended books.