# Microsoft SQL Server Administration

> Join Edoxi’s 40-hour Microsoft SQL Server Administration course in Dubai to learn database management, security implementation, and performance optimisation.

## Course Details
- Rating: 4.9/5
- Location: Dubai, UAE
- Category: Office Productivity
- Sub-Category: Microsoft Office

## Course Introduction
Edoxi’s 40-hour Microsoft SQL Server Administration course in Dubai provides hands-on training in database management, security implementation, and performance optimisation. The training is available both in classroom and online formats for professionals and corporates. Participants gain skills that qualify them for database administration roles and improve their eligibility for cloud-related IT positions. Enrol now and become a SQL Server Administrator in Dubai.

## What Do You Learn from Edoxi's Microsoft SQL Server Administration Training

**SQL Server Installation and Configuration**
Deploy SQL Server instances with proper architecture planning. Configure optimal settings for memory, processors, and database files.

**Authentication and Authorisation**
Implement secure login mechanisms and user authentication protocols. Create role-based permission systems that align with organisational security policies.

**Database Management**
Develop, maintain, and optimise database structures. Learn data classification techniques and implement effective storage solutions.

**Backup and Restore**
Design comprehensive backup strategies using full, differential, and log backups. Execute recovery operations that minimise downtime and data loss.

**Monitoring SQL Server**
Configure performance monitoring using Extended Events and Activity Monitor. Identify bottlenecks and implement proactive alert systems.

**SQL Server Agent and Automation**
Create automated maintenance plans and scheduled jobs. Develop notification systems for critical events requiring administrator attention.

## Features of the Microsoft SQL Server Administration Training

**Hands-on Lab Exercises**
Practice implementing security measures, backup strategies, and performance monitoring in a controlled environment.

**Microsoft Official Courseware**
Get access to comprehensive study materials and hands-on lab guides developed by Microsoft.

**Real-world Administrative Scenarios**
Apply your learning to practical situations, including security implementation, recovery strategies, and performance troubleshooting.

**SQL Server Management Studio Practice**
Gain proficiency with SSMS through extensive usage for database management and monitoring tasks.

**Azure Integration Exercises**
Experience connecting SQL Server with Azure services to leverage cloud capabilities.

**Performance Tuning Workshops**
Learn to identify and resolve database performance issues using native SQL Server tools.

## Who Can Join Our Microsoft SQL Server Administration Course in Dubai?

**Database Administrators**
Database professionals seeking to update their skills with SQL Server's latest features.

**SQL Developers**
Developers wanting to understand database administration for better application performance.

**System & Infrastructure Engineers**
IT staff responsible for deploying and maintaining enterprise database environments.

**Cloud Specialists (Azure)**
Azure professionals interested in SQL Server's cloud integration capabilities.

**Business Intelligence Analysts**
Analysts needing backend database knowledge to optimise their data solutions.

**IT Managers & Architects**
Technical leaders requiring SQL Server insights for infrastructure planning decisions.

## Microsoft SQL Server Administration Course Modules

### Module 1: Introduction to SQL Server

**Chapter 1.1: Overview of SQL Server**
- Lesson 1.1.1: Features and Enhancements in SQL Server
- Lesson 1.1.2: Benefits and Use Cases

**Chapter 1.2: SQL Server Components and Architecture**
- Lesson 1.2.1: Database Engine Architecture
- Lesson 1.2.2: SQL Server Services and Components

**Chapter 1.3: SQL Server Editions, Versions, and Instances**
- Lesson 1.3.1: SQL Server Editions Overview
- Lesson 1.3.2: Working with Instances and Versioning

### Module 2: Installing and Configuring SQL Server

**Chapter 2.1: Installing SQL Server**
- Lesson 2.1.1: Installation Requirements and Preparation
- Lesson 2.1.2: SQL Server Installation Wizard Walkthrough

**Chapter 2.2: Configuration Considerations**
- Lesson 2.2.1: Installation Changes in SQL Server
- Lesson 2.2.2: Feature Selection and Configuration Tabs

### Module 3: SQL Server Security

**Chapter 3.1: Authentication and Authorization**
- Lesson 3.1.1: Authentication Modes
- Lesson 3.1.2: Managing Logins and Users

**Chapter 3.2: Access Control and Permissions**
- Lesson 3.2.1: Assigning and Revoking Permissions
- Lesson 3.2.2: Using Roles for Access Management

**Chapter 3.3: Auditing**
- Lesson 3.3.1: Setting Up Audit Specifications
- Lesson 3.3.2: Reviewing Audit Logs

### Module 4: Data Protection with Encryption and Management

**Chapter 4.1: Encryption and Auditing**
- Lesson 4.1.1: Using Transparent Data Encryption (TDE)
- Lesson 4.1.2: Implementing SQL Audit

**Chapter 4.2: Advanced Security Features**
- Lesson 4.2.1: Always Encrypted with Secure Enclave
- Lesson 4.2.2: Dynamic Data Masking
- Lesson 4.2.3: Database Ledger

**Chapter 4.3: Data Classification and Security**
- Lesson 4.3.1: Classifying and Labeling Sensitive Data
- Lesson 4.3.2: Implementing Row-Level Security

### Module 5: SQL Server Storage Engine Capabilities

**Chapter 5.1: Performance Enhancements**
- Lesson 5.1.1: tempdb Scalability Improvements
- Lesson 5.1.2: Accelerated Database Recovery

**Chapter 5.2: Storage and Buffer Enhancements**
- Lesson 5.2.1: Shrink Database with Low Priority
- Lesson 5.2.2: Buffer Pool Scan Operations

### Module 6: SQL Server Backup and Recovery

**Chapter 6.1: Backup Types and Planning**
- Lesson 6.1.1: Full, Differential, and Transaction Log Backups
- Lesson 6.1.2: Backup and Recovery Strategies

**Chapter 6.2: Execution and Monitoring**
- Lesson 6.2.1: Performing Backups and Restores
- Lesson 6.2.2: Monitoring Backup Performance
- Lesson 6.2.3: Improved Backup Metadata

### Module 7: SQL Server High Availability and Disaster Recovery

**Chapter 7.1: Overview of High Availability**
- Lesson 7.1.1: HA and DR Concepts and Architectures

**Chapter 7.2: Configuring HA/DR Solutions**
- Lesson 7.2.1: Database Mirroring Setup
- Lesson 7.2.2: Log Shipping Configuration
- Lesson 7.2.3: Always On Availability Groups

### Module 8: SQL Server Performance Tuning and Optimization

**Chapter 8.1: Identifying Bottlenecks**
- Lesson 8.1.1: Performance Monitoring Tools
- Lesson 8.1.2: Server Configuration and Resource Allocation

**Chapter 8.2: Query and Index Tuning**
- Lesson 8.2.1: Query Optimization Techniques
- Lesson 8.2.2: Indexing Best Practices

### Module 9: Automating SQL Server Management

**Chapter 9.1: SQL Server Agent**
- Lesson 9.1.1: Creating and Managing Jobs
- Lesson 9.1.2: Scheduling and Monitoring Jobs

**Chapter 9.2: Multi-Server Management**
- Lesson 9.2.1: Setting Up Multi-Server Jobs
- Lesson 9.2.2: Central Management Server Overview

### Module 10: Monitoring SQL Server with Alerts and Notifications

**Chapter 10.1: Monitoring SQL Server Errors**
- Lesson 10.1.1: Error Logs and System Health

**Chapter 10.2: Configuring Alerts and Notifications**
- Lesson 10.2.1: Database Mail Setup
- Lesson 10.2.2: Operators, Alerts, and Notifications

### Module 11: Working Examples with Data Integration

**Chapter 11.1: Data Transfer Techniques**
- Lesson 11.1.1: Importing and Exporting Table Data
- Lesson 11.1.2: Using bcp and BULK INSERT

### Module 12: SQL Server – The Cloud-Connected Database

**Chapter 12.1: Azure Integration**
- Lesson 12.1.1: Azure SQL Managed Instance for Business Continuity
- Lesson 12.1.2: Azure Synapse Link for SQL Server
- Lesson 12.1.3: Azure Purview Integration
- Lesson 12.1.4: Extending Cloud-Connected Features

### Module 13: Monitoring SQL Server Using Tools

**Chapter 13.1: Extended Events and Monitoring Tools**
- Lesson 13.1.1: Understanding Extended Events
- Lesson 13.1.2: Using Activity Monitor
- Lesson 13.1.3: Windows Performance Counters

### Module 14: Common Issues and Solutions with Tips and Tricks

**Chapter 14.1: Troubleshooting SQL Server**
- Lesson 14.1.1: Connectivity and Service Issues
- Lesson 14.1.2: Common Errors and Fixes

### Module 15: Database Management

**Chapter 15.1: Configuration and Recovery**
- Lesson 15.1.1: Accelerated Database Recovery (ADR)
- Lesson 15.1.2: Max Server Memory and Snapshot Backups
- Lesson 15.1.3: Shrinking Database with WAIT_AT_LOW_PRIORITY
- Lesson 15.1.4: Auto Update Statistics Concurrency

### Module 16: Advanced SQL Server Topics

**Chapter 16.1: Concurrency and Indexing**
- Lesson 16.1.1: System Page Latch Concurrency
- Lesson 16.1.2: Ordered Clustered Columnstore Index
- Lesson 16.1.3: Improved Columnstore Segment Elimination
- Lesson 16.1.4: Virtual Log File Growth

## Lab Activities and Practical Sessions in Microsoft SQL Server Administration Course
Edoxi’s Microsoft SQL Server Administration course features extensive hands-on lab sessions using SQL Server Management Studio and SQL Server Configuration Manager. Participants practice implementing security protocols, configuring backup strategies, and monitoring server performance through practical exercises in a controlled environment.


**SQL Server Security Implementation**
Configure authentication modes and implement server-level security protocols to protect database environments.

**Role-Based Access Control**
Assign appropriate server and database roles to users based on least-privilege security principles.

**Resource Authorisation**
Create permission schemes that precisely control user access to database objects and server resources.

**Data Protection**
Implement encryption technologies and configure comprehensive auditing to monitor sensitive data access.

**Recovery Strategy Development**
Design appropriate recovery models based on business requirements and acceptable data loss parameters.

**Database Backup Operations**
Execute full, differential, and transaction log backups with appropriate scheduling and retention policies.

**Database Restoration**
Perform point-in-time recovery operations to restore databases to specific states following data issues.

**Administrative Automation**
Develop SQL Server Agent jobs to schedule and automate routine maintenance and monitoring tasks.

**Agent Security Configuration**
Implement security measures for SQL Server Agent to ensure job execution follows security best practices.

**Alert System Implementation**
Configure SQL Server to monitor critical events and notify administrators of potential issues.

**PowerShell Administration**
Utilise PowerShell scripts to manage SQL Server instances and automate complex administrative tasks.

**Extended Events Tracing**
Configure Extended Events sessions to capture detailed information about server and database activities.

**Performance Monitoring**
Use native tools to track server performance metrics and identify potential bottlenecks requiring attention.

**Troubleshooting Exercises**
Diagnose and resolve common SQL Server issues using systematic problem-solving approaches and tools.

**Data Migration Practice**
Perform data import and export operations using native SQL Server tools for efficient data movement.

## Microsoft SQL Server Administration Course Outcomes and Career Opportunities in Dubai
The Microsoft SQL Server administration course builds essential technical skills for database careers in Dubai’s business sector. There is strong demand for database administration roles, offering solid career growth and advancement potential. These roles support organisations using advanced data management to drive digital transformation initiatives. Here are a few outcomes that you can expect after completing our course

- Install, configure, and manage Microsoft SQL Server to meet the needs of Dubai’s fast-growing enterprises
- Implement strong database security and compliance measures aligned with UAE business and government standards
- Develop reliable backup and restore strategies to support high-availability operations common in Dubai’s finance, retail, and healthcare sectors
- Monitor and optimise SQL Server performance for organisations that demand real-time data and high system availability
- Troubleshoot SQL Server issues efficiently to minimise downtime in mission-critical Dubai-based operations
- Automate administrative tasks using SQL Server Agent to support large-scale IT environments and smart city initiatives

## Jobs After the Microsoft SQL Server Administration Course in Dubai
Database admin, Database Engineer, SQL server, Infrastructure Engineer, Database Operations Engineer, Cloud Database Administrator, Support Engineer

## Companies Hiring Microsoft SQL Server Administrators in Dubai
Al Futtaim Automotive, NOON, Hilti Emirates, Virtusa, Dicetek LLC, KONE, Hybrid Global Technology Solutions, Netstratum Technologies, BlackStone eIT, INFRA ASSURE

## Microsoft SQL Server Administration Training Options

**Classroom Training**
- 40-hour Microsoft SQL Server Administration Course in Dubai
- Instructor-led Hands-on Exercises
- Interactive Troubleshooting Sessions
- Real-time Performance Tuning Practice
- Small Group Learning Environment

**Live Online Training**
- 40-hour Online Microsoft SQL Server Administration Course
- Virtual Lab Environment Access
- Interactive Remote Sessions
- Flexible Schedule Options
- Session Recordings for Review

**Corporate Training**
- Customised Content for Enterprise Needs
- Flexible Delivery Options (On-Site / Edoxi Office / Hotel)
- Team-based Practical Exercises
- Tailored Case Studies

## How to get Microsoft SQL Server Administration Certification?
Here’s a four-step guide to becoming a Microsoft SQL Server Administration professional.

1. Enrol in Edoxi’s Microsoft SQL Server Administration Course in Dubai
2. Attend the training led by industry experts
3. Complete the real-world projects and assessments
4. Get your KHDA-approved Microsoft SQL Server Administration Certification

## Why Choose Edoxi for Microsoft SQL Server Administration Training in Dubai?
The following are a few reasons why you should choose Edoxi for SQL Server Administration Training in Dubai


**Expert Trainers with Industry Experience**
Our instructors bring extensive real-world experience in database administration and SQL Server implementation across various industries.

**Trusted Partner for Microsoft Courses**
Edoxi maintains official Microsoft training partner status, which delivers authorised content aligned with industry standards.

**Comprehensive Hands-on Training**
Every concept taught is reinforced through practical exercises using SQL Server Management Studio and related tools.

**Future-Ready Skills Development**
The curriculum prepares you for current demands and future growth by covering hybrid database environments and cloud connectivity features.

**Small Batch Sizes for Personalised Attention**
We limit class sizes to ensure each participant receives individualised instructor attention during interactive and collaborative learning sessions.

**Proven Regional and Global Reach**
Edoxi has its presence across the GCC, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Europe, and is growing in European markets.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: How is this Microsoft SQL Server Administration course different from DP-300?**
A: Edoxi’s Microsoft SQL Server Administration course specifically focuses on on-premises SQL Server administration, whereas DP-300 primarily covers Azure SQL solutions. However, this course does include Azure integration components that provide a foundation for the DP-300 certification.

**Q: What are the prerequisites needed to join Edoxi’s Microsoft SQL Server Administration Training in Dubai?**
A: This Microsoft SQL Server Administration course has no mandatory prerequisites. However, it is recommended to have basic SQL knowledge and familiarity with database concepts.

**Q: Is Edoxi’s Microsoft SQL Server Administration course covering SQL on Azure?**
A: The Microsoft SQL Server Administration course primarily focuses on on-premises SQL Server. It also includes modules on cloud connectivity features such as Azure Synapse Link and Azure SQL Managed Instance integration, preparing you for hybrid database environments.

**Q: What certification could be targeted with this Microsoft SQL Server Administration course in Dubai?**
A: This course serves as excellent preparation for the Microsoft DP-300 (Administering Microsoft Azure SQL Solutions) certification with additional study of Azure-specific components.

**Q: How hands-on is this Microsoft SQL Server Administration training in Dubai?**
A: Edoxi’s Microsoft SQL Server Administration course is highly practical with approximately 60% of the time dedicated to hands-on exercises using SQL Server Management Studio and related tools to solve real-world administrative challenges.

**Q: Will I learn about the newest features of SQL Server?**
A: Yes, the Microsoft SQL Server Administration course covers the latest features including Accelerated Database Recovery improvements, Database Ledger, and cloud connectivity options specific to SQL Server .

**Q: Does the Microsoft SQL Server Administration course cover performance tuning?**
A: Yes, the Microsoft SQL Server Administration course includes dedicated sessions on performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization techniques using native SQL Server tools like Extended Events and Activity Monitor.

**Q: How does this Microsoft SQL Server Administration course help with my career progression?**
A: The skills acquired make you eligible for various database administration roles across industries, improving your job prospects and potential for salary advancement in the growing data management field.

**Q: Does the Microsoft SQL Server Administration course cover security aspects of SQL Server?**
A: Yes, the course comprehensively covers SQL Server security including authentication methods, authorization techniques, encryption, auditing, and data protection features like Dynamic Data Masking and Row-Level Security.

**Q: What is the salary of a Microsoft SQL Server Administrator in Dubai?**
A: The average salary for a Microsoft SQL Server Administrator in Dubai is approximately AED 27,500. However, salaries can vary significantly based on experience, employer, and specific skills.

## About This Course
## About Our Microsoft SQL Server Administration Course in Dubai

Edoxi’s Microsoft SQL Server Administration Course in Dubai spans around 40 hours and equips you with the practical skills needed to manage SQL Server in on-premises, hybrid, and cloud environments. This SQL Server training is ideal for IT professionals, database administrators, and system engineers who want to advance their expertise in Microsoft’s enterprise database platform.

Our expert-led SQL Server administration training guides you through essential tasks required to manage and maintain SQL Server effectively. Participants learn to;

- Install and configure Microsoft SQL Server

- Set up authentication methods and manage database security

- Design and implement backup and restore strategies

- Automate routine administrative tasks using SQL Server Agent

- Deploy high availability and disaster recovery (HADR) solutions

Our course modules prepare you for real-world database management challenges and align with industry best practices.

The course also features real-world projects. Students gain experience through real-world scenarios and practical labs using tools such as SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), T-SQL, SQL Server Agent, and Extended Events. This hands-on approach helps you monitor and optimise SQL Server performance, Troubleshoot system and query issues and manage data integration and workflow processes. These high-demand SQL Server skills are essential for organisations relying on secure, scalable, and efficient data management.

Our Microsoft SQL Server Administration Course in Dubai aims to strengthen technical expertise, boost job prospects, and gain the hands-on skills employers value. Enrol now and become a confident SQL Server Administrator!

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## Course Overview
- Delivery Modes: Online, Classroom
- Course Duration: 40 Hours
- Corporate Days: 5 Days
- Learners Enrolled: 50+
- Modules: 16

## Trainer
- Name: Manish Rajpal
- Designation: Corporate Trainer
Manish is a passionate Corporate Trainer, AI Consultant, and Cloud Solutions Architect. He empowers clients across the globe to build and maintain highly available, resilient, scalable, and secure solutions, now with a growing emphasis on AI-powered architectures. With over 15,000 professionals trained, Manish specialises in technologies including Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Copilot and GitHub Copilot and increasingly, AI and Machine Learning.

Manish has led research and workshops focused on integrating AI into cloud environments, exploring use cases like intelligent automation, natural language processing, and responsible AI practices.

## Enrol in This Course
- Course URL: https://www.edoxi.com/dubai/microsoft-sql-server-administration-course
- Phone: +971 43801666
- Email: info@edoxi.com