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IBM C2090-642 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | IBM |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | IBM Cognos 10 BI Scorecard Developer |
| Exam Number: | C2090-642 |
| Available Languages: | English, Japanese |
| Passing Score: | 64% |
| Exam Price: | Approx. $200 USD |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Real Exam Qty: | 67-75 |
| Related Certifications: | IBM Certified Developer - Cognos 10 BI |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 3 years |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Choice, Scenario-based |
| Recommended Training: | IBM Cognos 10 BI Official Documentation IBM Education: Cognos 10 BI Scorecard Development |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE Registration IBM Certification Portal |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Proctored onsite at Pearson VUE centers or online proctored |
| Pre Condition: | No formal prerequisites; recommended 6-12 months hands-on experience with IBM Cognos 10 BI and scorecard development |
| Official Syllabus URL: | http://www-03.ibm.com/certify/tests/ovrC2090-642.shtml |
IBM C2090-642 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Define the Application Environment | 30% | - Cognos 10 BI architecture and components - Scorecard environment configuration - Data sources and package setup - Security configuration and access control |
| Monitor Performance with Metrics | 35% | - Configure status indicators and visualizations - Deploy and maintain scorecard applications - Implement metric calculations and aggregations - Create and manage metrics and indicator sets - Set up notifications and alerts |
| Plan the Scorecard Application | 35% | - Identify business requirements and KPIs - Define metric types, dimensions, and hierarchies - Set target values and thresholds - Design scorecard structure and navigation |
IBM Cognos 10 BI Scorecard Developer Exam FAQ: What Candidates Ask Most
What is the IBM C2090-642 exam?
The C2090-642 exam is the official IBM exam behind the IBM Certified Developer - Cognos 10 BI Scorecard certification, validating the skills measured by the IBM Cognos 10 BI Scorecard Developer credential. It sits at the Developer / Intermediate level of the IBM certification program. It also connects to IBM Certified Developer - Cognos 10 BI, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
How many questions are on the C2090-642 exam, and how much time do I get?
The C2090-642 exam contains 67-75 questions to be completed within 90 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 C2090-642 exam, and what does it cost?
The passing score for the C2090-642 exam is 64%, and the official registration fee is Approx. $200 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 75 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 C2090-642 exam?
No formal prerequisites; recommended 6-12 months hands-on experience with IBM Cognos 10 BI and scorecard development Requirements can change when IBM revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.
How do I register for the C2090-642 exam?
You can book the IBM Cognos 10 BI Scorecard Developer exam through the official registration channels below:
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What official training is recommended for the C2090-642 exam?
IBM recommends the following training resources for the IBM Cognos 10 BI Scorecard Developer exam:
Official courses build the foundation; the 75 practice questions from Getcertkey then show you how that knowledge is examined, so the two work best together.
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What topics are covered in the C2090-642 exam?
The IBM Cognos 10 BI Scorecard Developer exam blueprint is organized into 3 domains. The first three are:
- Monitor Performance with Metrics — 35% of the exam
- Define the Application Environment — 30% of the exam
- Plan the Scorecard Application — 35% 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.
IBM Cognos 10 BI Scorecard Developer Sample Questions:
Question 1
Assuming that strategy elements are displayed on a scorecard, what can happen to metrics that have not been assigned to any strategy element?
A. They can be assigned to a strategy element called 'Unassigned metrics'
B. They can appear first in the metric list, above all the strategy elements.
C. They can be added within the first strategy element.
D. They can be assigned to a strategy element called 'Other metrics'.
Question 2
A tab-delimited file with a cmo extension can be used to create what type of object?
A. Scorecards
B. Metric types
C. Calendar levels
D. Permissions
Question 3
What information is cleared by using 'Clear metric history data only?
A. Actions
B. Comments
C. Calendar time periods
D. User defined column values
Question 4
Americas Derived Performance is a derived index metric based on all the metrics in the
Americas scorecard. Using the most recent view, the status for Americas Derived
Performance is not showing. What must a user do to see the status of Americas Derived
Performance?
A. Select calendar level as Year and calendar period as 2007.
B. Select calendar level as Quarter and calendar period as Q4.
C. Select calendar level as Month and calendar period as December.
D. Select show the to-date status values for open periods as of Dec 1, 2007.
Question 5
To load data directly from an existing Cognos data source, what needs to be installed?
A. IBM Cognos OLAP Modeler
B. IBM Cognos Metric Designer
C. IBM Cognos Planning
D. IBM Cognos Framework Manager
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: D | Question 2 Answer: A | Question 3 Answer: D | Question 4 Answer: A | Question 5 Answer: B |
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