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This course is about getting started with an Enterprise Architecture Practice, and in particular it’s about what should be considered when you’re looking to establish or improve your Enterprise Architecture Practice.

It provides the background and exposure to some well-known subjects that are often glossed over by the other well-known Enterprise Architecture frameworks. With this is mind, we recognize the value that TOGAF brings to the discipline and we provide a brief overview to set the scene.

One of the major challenges with Enterprise Architecture frameworks is 'how to implement' or even more importantly 'how to start'. Some prior knowledge of architecture is expected although not required.

Why you should take this course:

Enterprise Architecture is a discipline that consists of many areas, approaches, guidelines and techniques and there are a number of well-known framework available for example TOGAF® (Open Group), NAF (NATO), FEAF (US Federal CIO Council) etc.

This course provides a ‘how to start’ regarding getting your Enterprise Architecture Practice established (or potentially improved if you already have one) and will provide you with an insight and enough detail to integrate directly into your practice incrementally because the module provides information and guidance on allied but distinct areas.

It provides the background and exposure to some well-known subjects that are often glossed over by the other well-known Enterprise Architecture frameworks.

This course is perfect for you if...

• You have knowledge of EA, are TOGAF certified, or are studying for certification

• You are commencing or want to improve your EA Practice

• You are a newly-appointed EA Manager, a Chief Architect, an experienced EA practitioner, Lead Architect, Project/Programme Manager

• You wish clear guidance from senior EA Practitioners on how to get started with implementation

• You want exposure to the key implementation challenges you and your team will face

• You want to study in your own time and at your own pace on the device of your choice

Key features of this course:

• Learn how to set up an effective EA Practice

• A basic understanding and overview of TOGAF

• 24 hours of course material

• Exercises and submission for tutor review

• Instant 12 months access

• 24/7 tutor support

Course Syllabus - Download the Datasheet

• An Overview of TOGAF - Linking Business & Architecture

   TOGAF ‘refresher’ covering the 6 major components
   High-level view of Enterprise Architecture strategy components
   Framework help for Enterprise Architecture

• The Enterprise Architecture Practice

   Recognizing and using the differences and similarities between the PMO and the Enterprise Architecture Practice
   The Enterprise Architecture Practice and its placement and function within the organization
   Set up an Enterprise Architecture Practice
   Setting up and engaging an Architecture Board

• EA Practice - Implement Vs Integration Approach

   Understand why it is necessary to integrate an Enterprise Architecture framework rather than just implement it
   Management frameworks and integrating an Enterprise Architecture framework

• EA Practice - Demand & Supply

   Enterprise Architecture Information sources and requirements
   Enterprise Architecture Demand/Supply Model
   Asymmetric Demand
   Challenge model for understanding the position of the Enterprise Architecture Practice

• EA Practice - Interaction of Strategy, Architecture & Delivery

   Understand the environment of strategy
   Understand what makes up an Enterprise Architecture strategy
   Recognize the integration of the strategy into their environment
   Understand how to approach the implementation of Enterprise Architecture strategy

• EA Practice - Operating & Engagement Models

   Understanding the Enterprise Architecture Operating Model
   Operating model design, structure, adapting and testing
   Understanding the Enterprise Architecture Engagement Model
   Integrating related business unit functions and relevant interfaces

• EA Practice - Capability Assessment

   Benefits of a capability assessment
   Constructing and using a capability assessment

• Governance - Standards & Principles

   The fundamental elements of governance
   The difference between governance and management
   Recognizing the requirement for governance
   Understanding why governance is important
   Understanding how to create a governance framework

• Services, Capabilities & Tools

   Difference between services and capabilities
   Defining the required services and capabilities for the successful Enterprise Architecture Practice
   Recognizing the need for tools and how to choose the appropriate tools

• Communications Strategy & Execution

   Understanding communication, its complexity and scope
   Recognizing the criticality of communication and the involved effort

• EA Charter

   Understanding what an Enterprise Architecture charter is and why it is necessary
   Developing an Enterprise Architecture charter

Exams / Assessments

Candidates of this course will be exposed to most of the challenges faced when setting up an Enterprise Architecture Practice.

This is a practically-oriented course, and does not come with any formal certification. But rather than simple quizzes on content, each module concludes with a written exercise that encourages you to apply what you have learned, and an experienced EA Practitioner will review what you have written.

There is no single correct answer as the exercises are practical and require you to take into account your own organization's structure, politics, processes, objective, tools and existing frameworks.

Although there is no official examination or assessment, a certificate of completion is awarded upon successful completion.

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