The IBM DB2 731 exam is designed to test an examine’s knowledge of managing a data server, performing data placement, securing a data server, etc. Following are some important areas in which an individual should possess good knowledge before taking the DB2 DBA certification exam:

  1. Managing DB2 Data Server.
  2. Performing data placement.
  3. Analyzing DB2 activities.
  4. Understanding how to use various DB2 database utilities.

  5. Performing database-level and table space level BACKUP & RESTORE.
  6. Configuring Online Parameters.
  7. Authorizing and authentication of various DB2 roles and database instances.
  8. Understanding DB2 Security Infrastructure (e.g. LBAC and Security Plug-ins).