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Enterprise Architecture Black Belt Outline

This 3-day Enterprise Architecture Black Belt course covers the reasons to have Enterprise Architecture, the processes involved in it, as well as methods and frameworks for organising it.

The following topics will be taught during this course:

Module 1: Architecture and Architects

  • What is Enterprise?
  • What do We Mean by "Architecture"?
  • What is an Architecture Framework?
  • Architecture Granularity
  • Architect Role

Module 2: Principles of Enterprise Architecture

  • Importance of Principles
  • Compliance with Constitutional Requirements
  • Maximise Advantages for the Organisation
  • Information Management for Everyone
  • Business Endurance
  • Information Technology Responsibility

Module 3: Establishing Enterprise Architecture

  • Steps for Establishing Enterprise Architecture

Module 4: Architecture Domains

  • Primary Architecture Domains

Module 5: Architecture Frameworks

  • Architecture Process Frameworks
  • Zachman Framework
  • Selecting an EA Framework
  • Frameworks Advantages and Disadvantages
  • A Basic Enterprise Architecture Process
  • Architecture Content Framework and Its Benefits
  • Architecture Description Hierarchy
  • Statement of Architecture Work (SAW)
  • Architecture Description
  • Architecture Artefacts
  • Architectural Entities
  • Views and Viewpoints

Module 6: Architecture Management

  • Introduction to Architecture Partitioning
  • Introduction to Architecture Governance
    • Architecture Governance Board
    • Architecture Board Responsibilities
    • Conceptual Structure
    • Organisational Structure
    • Levels of Governance
    • Benefits of Architecture Governance
    • Architecture Contracts
    • Architecture Compliance
  • Architecture Change Management
  • Risk Management and Gap Analysis

Module 7: Architecture Precursors

  • Drivers, Aims, and Directives
  • Solution Descriptions and Plans
  • Standards
  • Scope of Architecture Work
  • Requirements
  • Regulatory Requirements
  • Business Case

Module 8: Business Architecture

  • Business Architecture Structure and Behaviour
  • Business Process Decomposition and Automation
  • Design for Business Security

Module 9: Data Architecture

  • Introduction to Data Architecture
  • Data Qualities and Integration
  • Design for Data Security
  • Data Terminology
  • Data Model

Module 10: Applications Architecture

  • Applications Architecture Structure
  • Applications Architecture Behaviour
  • Applications Integration
  • Design for Applications Security

Module 11: Infrastructure Architecture

  • Infrastructure Services and Components
  • Enterprise Technology Rationalisation
  • Solution Technology Definition
  • Connecting Applications to Networks
  • Design for Infrastructure Security

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Who should attend this Enterprise Architecture Black Belt Course?

The Enterprise Architecture Black Belt Course is designed for experienced professionals who are interested in developing and implementing comprehensive Enterprise Architecture strategies. This course is beneficial for the following professionals:

  • Enterprise Architects
  • Business Analysts
  • IT Project Managers
  • Systems Engineers
  • Digital Transformation Leaders
  • Solution Architects
  • System Design and Integration Specialists

Prerequisites for the Enterprise Architecture Black Belt Course

The Enterprise Architecture Black Belt Course typically requires candidates to have prior experience in Enterprise Architecture, a strong knowledge base, several years of professional experience, and often completion of foundation and practitioner-level courses in Enterprise Architecture. 

Enterprise Architecture Black Belt Course Overview

Our unique Enterprise Architecture Black Belt introduces the basic concepts of Enterprise Architecture and examines its terminology and concepts. By the end of the course, you will be familiar with the principles behind Enterprise Architecture, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of some of the main Enterprise Architecture frameworks which businesses may choose to use.

Enterprise Architecture is a conceptual blueprint used to define the structure and operation of an organisation and aligns a business’s organisational strategy with its goals. The scope of Enterprise Architecture includes the business’s processes, people and information technology systems, and maps the relationships between these elements.

Course Materials

You will receive The Knowledge Academy courseware folder containing copies of presentation slides, exercises, and suggested solutions. Most importantly you will complete the course with a Personalised Action Plan.

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What’s included in this Enterprise Architecture Black Belt Course?

  • Enterprise Architecture Black Belt Examination
  • World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors          
  • Enterprise Architecture Black Belt Certificate   
  • Digital Delegate Pack 

Enterprise Architecture Black Belt Exam Information

To achieve the Enterprise Architecture Black Belt, candidates will need to sit for an examination. The exam format is as follows: 

  • Question Type: Multiple Choice 
  • Total Questions: 30 
  • Total Marks: 30 Marks 
  • Pass Mark: 66%, or 20/30 Marks 
  • Duration: 60 Minutes

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