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COGNOS BI0-110 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | IBM / COGNOS |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Cognos 8 BI Author |
| Exam Number: | BI0-110 |
| Real Exam Qty: | 76-81 |
| Exam Format: | Scenario-Based Questions, Multiple Choice |
| Related Certifications: | Cognos 8 BI Professional Cognos 8 BI Administrator |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 3 years |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Passing Score: | 70% |
| Available Languages: | Spanish, Portuguese, English, German, French |
| Exam Price: | USD 150 |
| Recommended Training: | IBM Cognos 8 BI Author Classroom Training Cognos 8 BI Author Self-Paced Courses |
| Exam Registration: | Prometric Testing IBM Certification Site |
| Exam Way: | Delivered at authorized Prometric or Pearson VUE test centers; retired exam no longer available for new registration |
| Pre Condition: | Basic knowledge of relational databases and business intelligence concepts; no mandatory prerequisite exams |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.ibm.com/certify |
COGNOS BI0-110 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Report Enhancements and Interactivity | 20% | - Implement Drill-Through and Drill-Down - Create Templates and Reusable Components - Add Conditional Formatting and Variables |
| Topic 2: Cognos 8 BI Environment and Interface | 15% | - Navigate Cognos Connection - Manage Folders, Permissions, and Content - Use Cognos 8 BI Studio Interfaces |
| Topic 3: Query Design and Data Exploration | 25% | - Create Advanced Filters and Prompts - Customize Queries and Data Items - Work with Packages and Data Sources |
| Topic 4: Distribution and Security | 10% | - Export Reports to Various Formats - Schedule and Distribute Reports - Apply Access and Security Settings |
| Topic 5: Creating and Managing Reports | 30% | - Add Filters, Calculations, and Summaries - Format Data, Layout, and Visualizations - Build List, Crosstab, and Chart Reports |
Questions and Answers About COGNOS Cognos 8 BI Author
COGNOS Cognos 8 BI Author is an official IBM / COGNOS exam, listed under exam code BI0-110. A passing result earns you the Cognos 8 BI Author certification at the Intermediate / Author level. It also ties into Cognos 8 BI Professional, Cognos 8 BI Administrator, extending its value across your certification roadmap. Employers read this credential as verified competence, which is why it keeps appearing in job requirements.
Expect 76-81 questions inside 90 minutes on the COGNOS Cognos 8 BI Author exam. That pace punishes hesitation, so rehearse it: the PracticeVCE software engine simulates the real exam scene, reminds you of the questions you got wrong, and pushes you to re-practice them until the clock stops being your enemy.
Passing COGNOS Cognos 8 BI Author requires 70%, and the official registration fee is USD 150. Retakes charge the full USD 150 again, which is why experienced candidates treat preparation as the cheaper exam fee. Verify your readiness with repeated PracticeVCE practice scores above the requirement before you commit to a date.
Basic knowledge of relational databases and business intelligence concepts; no mandatory prerequisite exams
Requirements evolve, so confirm the current conditions before registering on the official exam page.
Registration for COGNOS Cognos 8 BI Author goes through the official channels listed here.
When you schedule, note that the exam is delivered Delivered at authorized Prometric or Pearson VUE test centers; retired exam no longer available for new registration.
IBM / COGNOS recommends the following training for COGNOS Cognos 8 BI Author candidates.
Follow any course with the 76 practice questions in the PracticeVCE BI0-110 package; the software engine will even remind you which mistakes need another round.
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The COGNOS Cognos 8 BI Author syllabus spans 5 domains, led by Creating and Managing Reports (30%), Report Enhancements and Interactivity (20%), and Distribution and Security (10%). The complete topic list is published above; candidates who study the map first rarely get lost later.
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