IBM Cognos Analytics: Introduction to Authoring (v11.0)
The IBM Cognos Analytics: Introduction to Authoring (v11.0) course teaches report authors to create, customize, and manage interactive reports using list, crosstab, and chart visualizations for business analysts and data professionals who lack structured reporting skills. With demand for BI developers growing 8% globally, this course delivers foundational skills in filtering, prompting, and data modeling.
It prepares learners for the IBM Certified Designer - IBM Cognos Analytics Author V11 (C2090-621) certification, featuring Koenig’s official vendor-authorized courseware and 30-day lab access. Graduates gain confidence to build dynamic reports that drive data-driven decisions in finance, operations, and analytics roles.
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Course Overview
The IBM Cognos Analytics: Introduction to Authoring (v11.0) course by IBM is designed for business authors, report developers, and data analysts who need to create, customize, and manage reports using the IBM Cognos Analytics platform. This foundational training supports preparation for the IBM Certified Designer - IBM Cognos Analytics Author V11 certification (exam C2090-621). Ideal for professionals in roles such as BI Developer, Reporting Analyst, or Data Specialist, the course equips learners with essential skills to build interactive reports and visualizations. With IBM Cognos Analytics holding a 3% share of the global analytics and business intelligence market in 2024 and used by over 40,000 companies worldwide, this training offers direct access to tools adopted by enterprises like Amazon, Walmart, and Apple.
Participants engage with core components of IBM Cognos Analytics – Reporting, including list and crosstab reports, chart creation, filters, prompts, and data modules. The course covers key tools such as IBM Cognos Analytics - Reporting, Dimensionally-Modeled Relational Data Sources, Personal Data Sources, Data Modules, Gauge Charts, and Pie Charts. Through hands-on simulated exercises in a web-based training environment, students build real-world reports from start to finish, including multi-fact queries and formatted crosstabs enhanced with visualizations. A key project involves designing a comprehensive sales performance report that integrates filtering logic and dynamic prompts to meet specific business requirements.
This course prepares candidates for the globally recognized IBM Certified Designer - IBM Cognos Analytics Author V11 credential, which validates expertise in report authoring and is acknowledged across industries including finance, healthcare, and retail. Professionals with IBM Cognos skills earn competitive salaries, with BI Developers in the U.S. averaging $95,000 annually according to industry surveys. Koenig Solutions enhances learning with official IBM courseware, Guaranteed-to-Run batches, and flexible 1-on-1 training options, ensuring personalized attention and mastery of the material. Upon completion, learners are positioned to advance into senior analytics roles or pursue further specialization in enterprise reporting and dashboard development.
What You'll Learn
Prerequisites
- Completion of IBM Cognos Analytics: Getting Started (v11.0) is highly recommended prior to enrollment.
- Experience with SQL basics, including the ability to write and interpret simple SELECT statements, is required.
- Understanding of dimensional versus relational modeling concepts is necessary for effective data navigation.
- Practical experience with business reporting requirements and data analysis workflows is expected.
- Knowledge of data sources and data modules within the IBM Cognos Analytics environment is required for report authoring.
Certification Exam
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Course Curriculum
Structured learning with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios
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Day 1– Introduction to IBM Cognos Analytics Reporting
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Day 2– Advanced Reporting and Crosstab Development
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Day 3– Data Visualization and Report Filtering
What's Included in Your Training
Every enrollment comes packed with resources to maximise your learning and exam success
Official Courseware
Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Career Outcomes
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Salary Impact
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Job Roles
- Business Intelligence Developer
- Cognos Report Developer
- Data Analyst
- Reporting Specialist
- BI Analyst
- Cognos Administrator
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