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Qlik QSDA2021 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Qlik |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Qlik Sense Data Architect Certification Exam - February 2021 Release |
| Exam Number: | QSDA2021 |
| Passing Score: | 70% |
| Related Certifications: | Qlik Sense System Administrator Qlik Sense Business Analyst |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Real Exam Qty: | 50 |
| Exam Price: | $250 USD |
| Exam Format: | Multiple-response, Multiple-choice, Scenario-based questions |
| Exam Duration: | 120 minutes |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 2 years |
| Recommended Training: | Qlik Sense Data Architect Training Qlik Help Documentation |
| Exam Registration: | Qlik Certification Portal Pearson VUE Registration |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored or onsite at Pearson VUE testing centers |
| Pre Condition: | Recommended: Hands-on experience building Qlik Sense applications and data models; no mandatory prerequisite exam |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.qlik.com/us/services/training/certifications-and-qualifications |
Qlik QSDA2021 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Identify Model Requirements | 10% | - Determine business requirements and metrics - Identify security and access requirements - Define data granularity and aggregation levels |
| Topic 2: Build Data Models | 40% | - Implement scripting best practices - Perform data transformation and cleansing - Optimize data load and model performance - Create data connections and load scripts |
| Topic 3: Design Data Models | 30% | - Apply Qlik associative engine principles - Plan for scalability and performance - Design normalized and denormalized structures - Establish relationships and keys |
| Topic 4: Validate and Secure Data | 20% | - Verify data accuracy and completeness - Handle null values and exceptions - Test and document the data model - Implement security rules and section access |
QSDA2021 Exam FAQs for 2026 Candidates
Which certification does the QSDA2021 exam lead to?
The QSDA2021 exam is the official Qlik exam behind the Qlik Sense Data Architect certification, validating the skills measured by the Qlik Sense Data Architect Certification Exam - February 2021 Release credential. It sits at the Professional level of the Qlik certification program. It also connects to Qlik Sense Business Analyst, Qlik Sense System Administrator, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
How many questions are on the QSDA2021 exam, and how much time do I get?
The QSDA2021 exam contains 50 questions to be completed within 120 minutes. Before exam day, divide the available time by the question count to work out a comfortable per-question pace, and mark any item that eats into it so you can return later instead of getting stuck. Timed sessions in the Getcertkey test engines make that pacing automatic — run at least two full-length mock exams under the clock so time pressure never becomes the reason you drop points.
What score do I need to pass the QSDA2021 exam, and what does it cost?
The passing score for the QSDA2021 exam is 70%, and the official registration fee is $250 USD. Retakes are not discounted — every new attempt means paying the full fee again — so it pays to measure yourself before you book. Work through the 50 practice questions on Getcertkey, sit a timed practice test, and schedule your exam only when your scores are consistently comfortable. That simple habit is the cheapest exam strategy there is.
Are there any prerequisites for the QSDA2021 exam?
Recommended: Hands-on experience building Qlik Sense applications and data models; no mandatory prerequisite exam Requirements can change when Qlik revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.
How do I register for the QSDA2021 exam?
You can book the Qlik Sense Data Architect Certification Exam - February 2021 Release exam through the official registration channels below:
As for delivery, the exam is offered in the following format: Online proctored or onsite at Pearson VUE testing centers. Choose the option that suits you best when you book your seat.
What official training is recommended for the QSDA2021 exam?
Qlik recommends the following training resources for the Qlik Sense Data Architect Certification Exam - February 2021 Release exam:
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What topics are covered in the QSDA2021 exam?
The Qlik Sense Data Architect Certification Exam - February 2021 Release exam blueprint is organized into 4 domains. The first three are:
- Validate and Secure Data — 20% of the exam
- Design Data Models — 30% of the exam
- Build Data Models — 40% of the exam
For the complete domain-by-domain breakdown, scroll up to the full exam topics outline above and use it to plan how you distribute your study time.
Qlik Sense Data Architect Certification Exam - February 2021 Release Sample Questions:
Question 1
Refer to the exhibits.
A business analyst needs to see the currency conversion provided by a third party process, and only contains a record when the rate changes in a chart. The currency conversion rate data is An existing master calendar exists in the data model that contains a full set of dates.
Which technique should the data architect use to meet this requirement?
A. OUTER JOIN the calendar with the currency conversion table
ORDER BY the date and use the PEEK function to fill in blank values
B. Leverage a FOR loop between the start date and end date of the master calendar Use the MATCH function to add the currency conversion rates to the master calendar
C. Use ITERNO and AUTOGENERATE to create a new calendar from max and min dates of the currency conversion table
D. Utilize INTERVALMATCH to load the currency conversion rate between dates the conversation changed INNER JOIN the resultant table back into the master calendar
Question 2
The Marketing department is using some similar KPIs in different apps that need to be modified frequently according to the business needs. The KPIs are created using master items with the same expression.
Which method should the data architect use to manage the modifications in all apps?
A. Create only a single app with all the master items needed and protect it with SECTION ACCESS.
B. Create a selection app with all the master items and use an on-demand app generation method.
C. Create a variable repository and load them using INCLUDE statements in the apps where needed
D. Create a core app with all the master items needed and use a BINARY load in the other apps.
Question 3
A data architect needs to load data from two different databases Additional data will be added from a folder that contains QVDs. text files, and Excel files.
What is the minimum number of data connections required?
A. Three
B. Five
C. Two
D. Four
Question 4
A global retailer has a large database in which millions of sales transactions are added per hour.
Each regional sales manager should only see details for customers in their region. After filtering based on criteria such as region, gender, and income level, sales managers should be able to see the most current detailed transactions.
What should a data architect do to meet these requirements?
A. Create an app for each sales manager with Qlik GeoAnalytics
B. Use section access and include a service account in the table
C. Use section access to restrict sales manager access by region
D. Use On-Demand App Generation (ODAG) and section access
Question 5
Refer to the exhibit.
A data architect must classify each product into a price group. The price groups must be the same width by default and allow users to dynamically change the width of the bucket during analysis.
Which feature should the data architect use to meet these requirements?
A. Nested IFs in a calculated dimension
B. Class function in the script and use variables
C. IntervalMatch and use variables
D. Class function in a calculated dimension
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: A | Question 2 Answer: C | Question 3 Answer: A | Question 4 Answer: C | Question 5 Answer: D |
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