What is the Fastest Way to Learn Data Governance and Pass the CDMP Exam?

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1–2	Foundation + top 6 KAs	Read DMBOK intro; study DG, DQ, DM, MM, MDM, DW; create notes	Master top 6 knowledge areas
3–4	Remaining 8 KAs	Study DA, DS, DI, RD, DC, DSO, DLC, DI&I; memory hacks	Understand all 14 knowledge areas
5–6	Practice questions	Full practice exams; review all answers; identify weak areas	Score 70%+ on practice exams
7	Intensive review	Review notes; retake practice exams; focus on weak areas	Score 80%+ on practice exams
8	Final preparation	Light review; final practice exam; rest	Confident and rested for exam day

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