database management systems
The tools for creating, updating and managing databases, such as Oracle, MySQL and Microsoft SQL Server.
database management systems — the tools for creating, updating and managing databases, such as Oracle, MySQL and Microsoft SQL Server. McKinsey's Skill Change Index places it in the declining band (SCI 92.44/100) — a skill likely to fall in demand as AI and automation cover more of its ground by 2030. ESCO classifies it as a sector-specific (rooted in one industry) skill within knowledge. It is currently listed by 9 occupations in our catalogue, including Database administrators, Database architects, editorial assistant, and big data archive librarian.
Occupations that require database management systems
Showing top 9 of 9 occupations · ranked by India employment volume, then AI-durability.
Frequently asked questions
What is database management systems?
The tools for creating, updating and managing databases, such as Oracle, MySQL and Microsoft SQL Server.
What category of skill is database management systems?
ESCO classifies database management systems under the knowledge category, specifically in the database and network design and administration subcategory.
Is database management systems an AI-durable skill?
McKinsey's Skill Change Index places it in the declining band (SCI 92.44/100) — a skill likely to fall in demand as AI and automation cover more of its ground by 2030. Prioritise this skill only when it directly enables paid work today — plan for AI to absorb more of it every year.
Which jobs require database management systems?
In our catalogue, 9 occupations list database management systems as a required or important skill. The top occupations by employment volume include Database administrators, Database architects, editorial assistant, big data archive librarian, data centre operator, data engineer.
How transferable is database management systems between industries?
ESCO tags database management systems as a sector-specific (rooted in one industry) skill — a signal of how portable it is when you change field.
Is database management systems the same as PointBase Embedded?
Yes — database management systems is also known as PointBase Embedded, R:Base, Adaptive Server Anywhere, Oracle Lite, Rdb, Interbase, Velocis, or Jasmine ii. They refer to the same underlying capability in the ESCO taxonomy.
How can I learn database management systems?
The most reliable path is to pick a job or project that demands database management systems and learn through delivery. Complement that with role-specific roadmaps and short courses. Explore the occupations below to see where this skill is used in practice.