Understand the certification
Certification Overview
Oracle Planning 2020 Implementation Essentials (1Z0-1080-20) is the core Planning Cloud certification for people who implement and administer Oracle EPM Planning environments. It checks whether you can set up Planning applications, design dimensions and forms, build business rules and calculations, manage approvals, and handle data loads and integrations without leaning on guesswork.
Exam Domains
- Planning Application Setup: application creation, dimensions, smart lists, substitution variables, and basic settings
- Data Forms and Dashboards: form design, dashboard assembly, infolets, validation, and layout choices
- Business Rules and Calculations: business rules, calculation scripts, Groovy basics, and rule execution
- Workflow and Approvals: task lists, approval flows, planning units, and role-based access
- Data Management and Integration: data import and export, Data Management, metadata sync, and EPM Automate
Who Is This For
This certification is a practical fit for EPM implementers, planning administrators, Oracle consultants, and finance systems teams who need to build and support Planning Cloud applications in real projects.
Exam at a glance
- Exam code
- 1Z0-1080-20
- Provider
- Oracle
- Format
- Single choice / Multiple select
- Language
- English / 日本語
- Validity
- No expiry
- Exam fee
- $245
Skills in focus
Learning outcomes
- Prepare for the Oracle 1Z0-1080-20 exam with a structured study path
- Build and configure Oracle Planning Cloud applications more confidently
- Understand how Planning forms, rules, approvals, and data loads fit together
- Improve your fit for EPM implementation and support roles
Who this is for
- Oracle EPM and Planning Cloud implementers
- Planning administrators who manage applications and workflow
- Oracle consultants supporting finance planning projects
- IT and finance systems teams working with Oracle Planning Cloud
Before you start
- Basic knowledge of Oracle EPM or planning concepts is helpful
- Hands-on exposure to Planning Cloud makes the exam easier
- You should understand simple budgeting or planning workflows
- Familiarity with spreadsheets and business rules is useful
Your learning path
7 chapters
Plan your preparation
- Learning hours
- 28h
- With relevant experience
- 4-6 weeks
- Starting from scratch
- 8-10 weeks
- Daily study
- 1-2h
Included in your preparation
- 59+ practice questions focused on real Planning Cloud tasks
- Coverage of application setup, forms, dashboards, rules, workflow, and integrations
- Practical exam scenarios instead of generic theory
- Mock exam aligned to the official 105-minute format
- Clear explanations that connect configuration choices to exam outcomes
Preparation tips
- 60 题 105 分钟，平均每题 2 分钟，合理分配时间
- 及格分 65/100，不确定的题先标记跳过，回头再做
- 排除法非常有用 — 先排掉明显错误的选项，剩下的再分析
- 多选题会告诉你选几个，仔细看题目要求
Common mistakes
- 没有读完所有选项就选答案 — 题目经常有"最佳"答案和"正确但不最佳"的干扰项
- 备考只刷题不理解原理 — 考试场景题需要理解底层概念
- 忽略时间管理 — 在难题上卡太久，导致后面简单题没时间做
Before you register
How difficult is the 1Z0-1080-20 exam?
The 1Z0-1080-20 exam contains approximately 60 questions with a 105-minute time limit, requiring a passing score of 65%. It is recommended to study systematically and practice with a large number of questions.
What is the exam fee and validity period?
The 1Z0-1080-20 exam fee is $245 USD. Oracle certifications typically do not have a fixed expiration date, but it is recommended to update regularly to keep your skills current.
How do I register for the exam?
You can register through the Oracle University website or Pearson VUE testing centers. Both online proctored and in-person testing center options are available.
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