How To Get A Cloud Computing Diploma

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1 Executive Diploma in Cloud Computing Innovation

2 Achieve More We encourage our students to challenge their thinking, to extend their boundaries, to strive for excellence. We create a positive environment where ambition is fostered and vision is applauded. It s about shooting for the stars, reaching for the skies. The world is full of opportunities for those who want to achieve more. About the European Institute of Management Practice The European Institute of Management Practice is a leading executive education academy. Our programmes are developed by renowned international practitioners and delivered in partnership with leading academic institutes around the world. We leverage leading edge technology to deliver our programmes through our powerful learning management system, tailoring the content specifically to the individual learning style of each and every student resulting in a rich and compelling experience and ensuring that each student reaches their maximum learning potential. We are based in Dublin, Ireland a global centre of technological excellence and the European headquarters of many world leading companies. The Highest Industry & Academic Standards Our programmes are built to the highest standards and are recognised globally by industry, corporations and employers. All our courses are delivered to the highest academic standards. A professional diploma from the European Institute of Management Practice is a prestigious award which can accelerate career development. Continue to develop your career Successful completion of a professional diploma programme entitles you to full Professional Membership of the Institute, giving you access to an international peer group of executive members throughout the world a professional and highly valuable contact network. Membership also allows you access to our continuous professional development programmes.

3 Study With Us A world class executive education experience when and where you want it. All our programmes are delivered to you through our state of the art learning platform which personalises the content to fit your individual and unique learning style. How it works You will be provided with unique access details to your online programme. All of our lectures are recorded to the highest film production standards in our professional recording studio. You can study the programmes at your own pace, when and where you want. Intelligent platform: As you continue to use our system, our intelligent platform will begin to understand your learning style and offer you additional personalised content to support your learning based on your profile and unique learning style. This allows you to go deeper and deeper into the subject area if you so wish. Work based project assignment: When you have successfully completed the programme of lectures, you will be asked to undertake a work related project assignment. Typically, this project allows you to apply your learning to an organisation or work based scenario of your choice. Using your new knowledge and skills in a real world environment will embed your learning and build on your professional portfolio. Why Choose Us Never miss a class - learn when and where you want Strong academic support through our academic board and international network of partner universities, colleges and institutions Enhance your career while working Wealth of supporting learning content Join an international peer network of executives Professional membership of the European Institute of Management Practice

4 Course Overview The Executive Diploma in Cloud Computing Innovation will empower you to understand and evaluate how cloud-based information systems can positively impact your business. We will focus on the important organisational and technological considerations when migrating applications and services to the cloud. As part of the project based assessment for the programme, you will develop a robust and practical business case around a cloud implementation for your organisation. You will understand and be able to address the important strategic issues that your organisation will need to consider to take advantage of cloud computing opportunities. The programme marries the theoretical with the practical. Our programme leaders will ensure that you have the opportunity to apply your learning directly to your company. The curriculum is developed and taught by industry professionals and academic experts. On completion, you will receive an internationally recognised professional qualification that marks you out as a leader in this rapidly evolving and growing space. Award Upon completion of the learning programme, delegates submit an in-depth work-related assignment to be assessed in line with the standards set by our Academic Council, after which they are awarded an Executive Diploma in Cloud Computing from the European Institute of Management Practice. Duration: Equivalent to guided learning hours

5 Who is it for? The programme is focused on the strategic opportunities presented by cloud computing. It is not necessary to have a specialised IT background. The programme is positioned at an executive level and is ideally suitable for current or aspiring managers in this field. What will you gain? On completion of this course, you will be able to: Gain a clear and critical understanding of cloud technologies Clearly evaluate the opportunities and challenges presented by moving infrastructure, applications and services to the cloud Apply innovation management to case studies and your own organisation s future requirements Analyse you organisation s competitive position based on the application of cloud technology Integrate the potential market opportunities arising from the cloud into your company s strategic planning process Assess value creation, value propositions and business models Fully understand the evolutionary aspect of the web through Web 2.0

6 Module 1: Introduction to Information Technology management and the current technology landscape Covers the definition of Information Technology/ Information Systems Trends include: Social Media, Big Data, Cloud, Openness, New Users, Communities, Internet of Things, Technology Abstraction Outcomes Understand the current technology landscape and the positioning of cloud within that landscape. Also gets participants to go beyond a sole focus on technology Module 2: Definition of Cloud Computing Characteristics, Channels, deployment models What the cloud is and what it is not Cloud Companies/Players Outcomes Provides a comprehensive definition of Cloud Computing and ensures participants understand what the cloud is and what it is not from a management perspective. Module 3 & 4: Cloud Capabilities Capabilities for managing cloud resources. Governance, Business and Function Vision, Service Delivery, Architecture planning Outcomes Provides participants with an insight into the capabilities needed by organisations and individuals to manage cloud resources.

7 Module 5: Cloud Business Value Cloud Investment Key Metrics for SaaS Companies/Startups Outcomes Provides techniques on understanding cloud investments and how to evaluate a cloud service/company Module 6: Business Model Innovation Rationale for Business Model Innovation Using the Business Model Canvas for Business Model Design Using the Customer Development Methodology to test Business Model Innovation Outcomes Provides techniques for innovating a business model Module 7: Cloud Business Models Business Model Innovations in the Cloud Cloud Innovator, Optimiser and Disruptive Innovations Cloud Brokerage, Cloud Marketplaces and Cloud Management Business Models Outcomes Provides an overview of emerging business models that are enabled by the Cloud

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