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TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Practitioner Training

Introduction

The TOGAF Standard is the most prominent and reliable Enterprise Architecture standard, ensuring consistent standards, methods, and communication among Enterprise Architecture professionals. Those professionals who are fluent in the TOGAF approach enjoy greater industry credibility,job effectiveness, and career opportunities. The TOGAF approach helps practitioners avoid being locked into proprietary methods, utilize resources more efficiently and effectively, and realize a greater return on investment.

The TOGAF Standard, 10th Edition is divided into the TOGAF Fundamental Content and the TOGAF Series Guides; the TOGAF Fundamental Content provides the core concepts and practices, and the TOGAF Series Guides advise on configuration of the Fundamental Content.

Course Description

This five-day accredited course consists of tuition on the TOGAF® Standard version 10 in accordance with The Open Group certification requirements. Level 1 (day 1 and 2) covers an introduction to the TOGAF® standard concepts. Level 2 (days 3-5) goes into more depth with the concepts. 

In order to promote active learning, the course has a blended-learning approach that includes printed handouts and practice exams, online quizzes and reference material, and a comprehensive pack of Learning Studies for practical application.

Each delegate will receive a combined certification examination voucher to complete the TOGAF® Enterprise Architecture certification examination.

Click here for the FAQ on the TOGAF® Certification programme

This Real IRM TOGAF® Enterprise Architecture course is accredited by The Open Group.
TOGAF® is a registered trademark of The Open Group in the United States and other countries. 

Level 1

  • Unit 0 - Introduction
  • Unit 1 – ConceptsUnit 2 - Definitions
  • Unit 3 – Introduction to the ADM
  • Unit 4 - Introduction to ADM Techniques
  • Unit 5 - Introduction to Applying the ADM
  • Unit 6 – Introduction to Architecture Governance
  • Unit 7 - Architecture Content

Level 2

  • Unit 1 – The Context for Enterprise Architecture
  • Unit 2 - Stakeholder Management
  • Unit 3 – Phase A, the Starting Point
  • Unit 4 - Architecture Development
  • Unit 5 - Implementing the Architecture
  • Unit 6 – Architecture Change Management
  • Unit 7 - Requirements Management
  • Unit 8 - Supporting the ADM Work

Course Outcome

Delegates will understand the TOGAF® framework and how to practically apply it to support the design and implementation of an Enterprise Architecture.

 

Who should attend?

The target audience for this certification includes, but is not limited to: 

  • Individuals who need an understanding of a proven Enterprise Architecture methodology
  • Individuals who work for or join an organisation applying the TOGAF Standard
  • Individuals who need to learn the TOGAF method
  • Individuals expected to apply the TOGAF approach to develop, sustain, and transform domain architectures
  • Individuals actively contributing to organisational transformation
  • Individuals working in Agile environments who need to understand and apply Enterprise Architecture

“This was an eye-opener. Filled all the right gaps” 
Dimension Data

“The presenter is a Subject Matter Expert in TOGAF and EA”
SITA

“Very well presented course with excellent content. Great venue choice, easily accessible with great food”
Private

“Excellent! Please keep it up. I will most definitely recommend Real IRM to anyone who wants to take the TOGAF course”
CareConnect

“It is an excellent course to start enterprise-wide understanding and how to apply principles for best decisions”
Telkom

“Excellent!”
ITAC

“Great course”
Officer of the Valuer General

“I am excited and grateful to learn from someone who has a wealth of knowledge and industry experience”
SITA

 

Course Logistics

Courses are available to the public on scheduled dates and on request for private groups of five or more delegates.

Course Fees

R25 950 ex VAT per delegate

Delegates from government receive a discount of R3000 on the TOGAF® Enterprise Architecture course

Course Pack Includes…

Printed course manuals
Printed course handouts
Practice Exams
Learning Studies
Online resources

Cancellation Policy

There is a 100% cancellation fee for cancellations made within ten working days of the start of the training event.

Register with Real IRM

Event City Start Date Read More & Register
TOGAF® EA Level 1 and 2 Training Kampala 12 Jun 2023 Register
TOGAF® EA Level 1 and 2 Training Johannesburg 26 Jun 2023 Register
TOGAF® EA Level 1 and 2 Training Live, Virtual Course 24 Jul 2023 Register
TOGAF® EA Level 1 and 2 Training Johannesburg 28 Aug 2023 Register

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