ARE YOU READY FOR TOMORROW S IT? Discover ITpreneurs full curriculum of Virtualization and Cloud Computing competence development programs

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1 ARE YOU READY FOR TOMORROW S IT? Discover ITpreneurs full curriculum of Virtualization and Cloud Computing competence development programs 1

2 Contact us for more information +1 (800) USA +31 (10) INT. info@itpreneurs.com

3 Are You Ready for Tomorrow s IT? Cloud computing is an emerging technology through which an increasing number of IT services are delivered over the Internet. From personal messages and pictures on Gmail or Facebook, to more professional offerings from Amazon Web Services or Microsoft Online Services, cloud computing makes it possible to run a successful business without having dedicated hardware, software, and services. Cloud computing, to a large extent, is enabled by virtualization, which allows for example, the decoupling of server hardware from applications and operating system storage. Cloud computing and virtualization make it possible to buy and sell IT resources such as CPU time, storage, and network bandwidth, as on-demand and/or metered resources, similar to how public utilities are used. The result is that organizations can reduce costs and be more flexible, mobile and scalable while improving their quality of service. Vendor-neutral training solutions by ITpreneurs For IT professionals who want to better understand virtualization and cloud computing concepts, ITpreneurs offers seven new courses, across three delivery methods, supported by two certification exams. The courses prepare a professional to leverage the new possibilities provided by virtualization and cloud computing. ITpreneurs offers vendor-neutral training possibilities for the core concepts behind virtualization and cloud computing. In addition, after successful completion of the optional certification exam, participants will be certified as a Virtualization-Ready Professional or Cloud-Ready Professional. 3

4 Benefi ts of adopting this training program Save money with a corporate plan for training. Prepare your workforce for tomorrow s workplace. Adopt virtualization and cloud computing - fast. Competencies gained tie directly to the critical success of the company. Internationally certified vendor-neutral material that is taught by certified trainers. ITpreneurs Virtualization and Cloud Computing portfolio is recognized for the quality of its courses by leading virtualization and cloud vendors. Available courses Virtualization and Cloud Computing Awareness Course Page 5 Virtualization Foundation Course Classroom Page 6 Virtualization Foundation Course E-Learning Page 8 Cloud Computing Foundation Course Classroom Page 10 Cloud Computing Foundation Course E-Learning Page 12 Executive Workshop Classroom Page 14 Cloud Challenge Game Page 16 4

5 Virtualization and Cloud Computing Awareness Course - E-Learning The Virtualization and Cloud Computing Awareness course is a 4-hour, interactive, online learning experience. This selfpaced e-learning course is ideal for those who require a basic understanding of the virtualization and cloud computing concepts in a time-efficient manner. It has been designed for participants who need a basic awareness of the concept as general interest or as part of a larger program initiative, as opposed to the more robust Virtualization and Cloud Computing Foundation certification courses. Audience The Awareness course will be of interest to: IT and business executives and staff who need an overview of the virtualization and cloud computing concepts. successful adoption of virtualization technologies. Understand the similarities and differences between cloud computing and outsourcing. Prerequisites Learning Objectives None At the end of this course, participants will be able to: Understand the common terms and definitions of virtualization and cloud computing and be able to give examples. Comprehend the technical capabilities and business benefits of virtualization and cloud computing and learn how to measure those benefits. Describe the landscape of different types of virtualization and understand the different types of clouds. Illustrate how key application features can be delivered more easily on virtual infrastructures. Explain typical steps that lead to the Course Student Material Online, self-paced instructional material available for 90 days. Get Ready For Cloud Computing book available as reference material. 5

6 Virtualization Foundation Course - E-Learning The Virtualization Foundation Online course is a 10-hour, interactive, online learning experience that provides a balanced curriculum, addresses the business and technical perspectives of virtualization, and explains how to adopt, operate, and govern the cloud. The course enables participants to successfully complete the associated Virtualization Foundation exam. Additionally, the course complements the Cloud Computing Foundation course, which the participants can take either before or after completing the Virtualization Foundation course. Course Approach Scenario-driven learning allows participants to apply the principles of virtualization and cloud computing in a realistic setting. The role-playing activities included in this course present a real world connection using situations that occur in everyday life. In addition, activities including brainstorming sessions, quizzes, and discussions add to the interactive nature of this course. Audience IT specialists IT technical services specialists (IT, security, infrastructure, services, systems test, etc.) IT architects Business process owners Analysts Consultants Risk management employees Learning Objectives At the end of this course, participants will be able to: Understand the technical capabilities and operating model for virtual infrastructures. Comprehend how business benefits can be described and measured. Understand the implications on direct costs and cost allocations. Explain relevant barriers to adoption and success with virtualization and mitigation strategies. Comprehend the technical approaches, components, capabilities, and techniques of virtualization technologies. Explain typical steps that lead to the successful adoption of virtualization technologies. Understand the impact and changes of virtualization on IT Service Management. Identify the issues associated with integrating virtualization into an organization s existing compliance risk and regulatory framework. 6

7 CERTIFICATE: DURATION: DELIVERY: LANGUAGES: Virtualization-Ready Professional 10 hours E-Learning English Prerequisites There are no formal prerequisites; it is recommended that participants have experience in the IT domain. Course Student Material Online, self-paced instructional material available for 90 days. Get Ready For Cloud Computing book available as reference material. About the Examination The course includes an Exam Preparation module, preparing participants to complete the Virtualization Foundation exam on the second day of the course. The exam is in closed-book format, with 40 multiple-choice questions. The passing score is 65% (26 out of 40 questions) and the exam lasts for 60 minutes. 7

8 Virtualization Foundation Course - Classroom The Virtualization Foundation course is a 2-day, interactive, classroom-based learning experience that provides a balanced curriculum, addresses the business and technical perspectives of virtualization, and explains how to adopt, operate, and govern the cloud. The course enables participants to successfully complete the associated Virtualization Foundation exam. Additionally, the course complements the Cloud Computing Foundation course, which the participants can take either before or after completing the Virtualization Foundation course. Course Approach Scenario-driven learning allows participants to apply the principles of virtualization and cloud computing in a realistic setting. The role-playing activities included in this course present a real world connection using situations that occur in everyday life. In addition, activities including brainstorming sessions, quizzes, and discussions add to the interactive nature of this course. Audience IT specialists IT technical services specialists (IT, security, infrastructure, services, systems test, etc.) IT architects Business process owners Analysts Consultants Risk management employees Learning Objectives At the end of this course, participants will be able to: Understand the technical capabilities and operating model for virtual infrastructures. Comprehend how business benefits can be described and measured. Understand the implications on direct costs and cost allocations. Explain relevant barriers to adoption and success with virtualization and mitigation strategies. Comprehend the technical approaches, components, capabilities, and techniques of virtualization technologies. Explain typical steps that lead to the successful adoption of virtualization technologies. Understand the impact and changes of virtualization on IT Service Management. Identify the issues associated with integrating virtualization into an organization s existing compliance risk and regulatory framework. 8

9 CERTIFICATE: DURATION: DELIVERY: LANGUAGES: Virtualization-Ready Professional 2 days Classroom, Virtual Classroom English Prerequisites There are no formal prerequisites; it is recommended that participants have experience in the IT domain. Course Student Material Participants receive a copy of the classroom presentation material and the Student Handbook, which contains Reference Material. In addition, a Virtualization Foundation Sample Exam is provided. About the Examination The course includes an Exam Preparation module, preparing participants to complete the Virtualization Foundation exam on the second day of the course. The exam is in closed-book format, with 40 multiple-choice questions. The passing score is 65% (26 out of 40 questions) and the exam lasts for 60 minutes. 9

10 Cloud Computing Foundation Course - E-Learning The Cloud Computing Foundation course is a 10-hour, interactive, online learning experience that provides a balanced curriculum, addresses the business and technical perspectives of cloud computing, and explains how to adopt, operate, and govern the cloud. The course enables participants to successfully complete the associated Cloud Computing Foundation exam. Additionally, the course complements the Virtualization Foundation course, which the participants can take either before or after completing the Cloud Computing Foundation course. Course Approach Scenario-driven learning allows participants to apply the principles of virtualization and cloud computing in a realistic setting. The role-playing activities included in this course present a real world connection using situations that occur in everyday life. In addition, activities including brainstorming sessions, quizzes, and discussions add to the interactive nature of this course. Audience IT specialists IT technical services specialists (IT, security, infrastructure, services, systems test, etc.) IT relationship managers IT architects Consultants Business and IT management Business process owners Analysts Risk management employees Learning Objectives At the end of this course, participants will be able to: Understand the common terms and definitions of cloud computing and give examples. Comprehend the characteristics of clouds and cloud services from a business perspective. Demonstrate how the characteristics of cloud computing generate business value. Understand various types of clouds from a technical perspective and provide examples. Explain the steps that lead to the successful adoption of cloud computing services. Identify the organizational capabilities that are relevant for realizing the benefits of clouds. Understand the impact and changes of cloud computing on IT Service Management. Explain and identify the issues associated with integrating cloud computing into an organizations existing compliance risk 10

11 CERTIFICATE: DURATION: DELIVERY: LANGUAGES: Cloud-Ready Professional 10 hours E-Learning English and regulatory framework. Comprehend how to maintain strategic fl e x i b i l i t y. score is 65% (26 out of 40 questions) and the exam lasts for 60 minutes. Prerequisites There are no formal prerequisites; it is recommended that participants have experience in the IT domain. Course Student Material Online, self-paced instructional material available for 90 days. Get Ready For Cloud Computing book available as reference material. About the Examination The course includes an Exam Preparation module, preparing participants to take on the Cloud Computing Foundation exam on the second day of the course. The exam is in closed-book format, with 40 multiple-choice questions. The passing 11

12 Cloud Computing Foundation Course - Classroom The Cloud Computing Foundation course is a 2-day, interactive, classroom-based learning experience that provides a balanced curriculum, addresses the business and technical perspectives of cloud computing, and explains how to adopt, operate, and govern the cloud. The course enables participants to successfully complete the associated Cloud Computing Foundation exam. Additionally, the course complements the Virtualization Foundation course, which the participants can take either before or after completing the Cloud Computing Foundation course. Course Approach Scenario-driven learning allows participants to apply the principles of virtualization and cloud computing in a realistic setting. The role-playing activities included in this course present a real world connection using situations that occur in everyday life. In addition, activities including brainstorming sessions, quizzes, and discussions add to the interactive nature of this course. Audience IT specialists IT technical services specialists (IT, security, infrastructure, services, systems test, etc.) IT relationship managers IT architects Consultants Business and IT management Business process owners Analysts Risk management employees Learning Objectives At the end of this course, participants will be able to: Understand the common terms and definitions of cloud computing and give examples. Comprehend the characteristics of clouds and cloud services from a business perspective. Demonstrate how the characteristics of cloud computing generate business value. Understand various types of clouds from a technical perspective and provide examples. Explain the steps that lead to the successful adoption of cloud computing services. Identify the organizational capabilities that are relevant for realizing the benefits of clouds. Understand the impact and changes of cloud computing on IT Service Management. Explain and identify the issues associated with integrating cloud computing into an organizations existing compliance risk 12

13 CERTIFICATE: DURATION: DELIVERY: LANGUAGES: Cloud-Ready Professional 2 days Classroom, Virtual Classroom English and regulatory framework. Comprehend how to maintain strategic fl e x i b i l i t y. Prerequisites The exam is in closed-book format, with 40 multiple-choice questions. The passing score is 65% (26 out of 40 questions) and the exam lasts for 60 minutes. There are no formal prerequisites; it is recommended that participants have experience in the IT domain. Course Student Material Participants receive a copy of the classroom presentation material and the Student Handbook, which contains Reference Material. In addition, a Cloud Computing Foundation Sample Exam is provided. About the Examination The course includes an Exam Preparation module, preparing participants to complete the Cloud Computing Foundation exam on the second day of the course. 13

14 Executive Workshop The Virtualization and Cloud Computing Executive workshop is designed to help executives understand the changes caused in the IT landscape by virtualization and cloud computing technologies. The workshop will cover the technology behind virtualization and cloud computing and focus on the benefits of adopting the concepts for an organization. The workshop is the fastest and most-effective method to ensure that executives are aware of all the benefits offered by virtualization and cloud computing and also presents a guide to the past, current, and future of these technologies. Course Approach The 4-hour Executive Workshop provides executives with a baseline understanding of the virtualization and cloud computing concepts. The workshops are run by expert facilitators who, through lectures as well as activities, are able to show what virtualization and cloud computing can do for an organization. There is also time reserved to discuss the applicability of virtualization and cloud computing for the participants organizations. Audience The Executive Workshop will be of interest to: IT and business executives who want to receive an overview of the concepts and significance of virtualization and cloud computing for their organization. Small and midsized business owners who want to understand how virtualization and cloud computing can help them run a more agile and successful business. Learning Objectives At the end of this course, participants will be able to: Understand the common terms and definitions of virtualization and cloud computing and be able to give examples Understand the technical capabilities and business benefits of virtualization and cloud computing and how to measure these benefits. Understand the similarities and differences between cloud computing and outsourcing. Describe the landscape of different types of virtualization and clouds. Explain typical steps that lead to the successful adoption of virtualization technologies. Explain and identify the issues associated with integrating virtualization and cloud computing into an organization s existing compliance risk and regulatory framework. Explain the implications on direct costs and cost allocations. 14

15 Prerequisites There are no formal prerequisites; it is recommended that participants have experience in the IT domain. Course Student Material Participants receive a copy of the classroom presentation material and the Student Handbook, which contains Reference Material. 15

16 Business Simulation / Game Cloud Challenge is an online, single player business simulation game. During the 2-hour game participants will experience the business changes caused by cloud computing and virtualization. Game play involves interacting with business partners and stakeholders from IT and other departments, and making strategic choices on cloud computing techniques that have an impact throughout the business. The game consists of multiple scenarios, each focusing on different topics from the cloud computing and virtualization courses. Course Approach Consultants IT management Taking place in a fictional enterprise, the Cloud Challenge game gives insight into the application of cloud computing and virtualization in real-world scenarios. The game gives context to the subject matter and delivers a fun, highly interactive experience to anchor the players knowledge of cloud computing and virtualization. Audience IT support staff IT consultants Business managers Business analysts Small and midsized business owners Specialist (IT, security, infrastructure, services, systems, test, etc.) Business process owners IT developers Service providers System integrators Architects Learning Objectives At the end of this course, participants will be able to: Understand the relationships and differences between virtualization and cloud computing. Comprehend the characteristics of clouds and cloud services from a business perspective. Demonstrate how the characteristics of cloud computing and virtualization lead to business value. Explain the steps that lead to the successful adoption of cloud computing and virtualization services. Identify the organizational capabilities that are relevant for realizing cloud benefits. Understand the impact and changes of cloud computing on IT service management. Explain and identify the issues associated with integrating cloud computing into an 16

17 organization s existing compliance risk and regulatory framework. Comprehend how to maintain strategic fl e x i b i l i t y. Course Organizational Logistics Computer (Pentium IV, Internet Explorer 8, cookies enabled, Macromedia Flash Player 10, speakers or a headset, and 1024X768 pixel resolution) Broadband Internet connection Prerequisites The game is intended to be played after participants have finished both the Virtualization and Cloud Computing Foundation courses (e-learning or classroom). Course Student Material Online game 17

18 About ITpreneurs ITpreneurs is the leading content and instructor provider for IT best practices training and workshops. Through a global network of partners, we offer the most comprehensive portfolio of training courseware, exam materials, e-learning, and blended courses for ITIL, ISO/IEC 20000, PRINCE2, ISO/IEC27001 and COBIT. ITpreneurs develops highly innovative and advanced training and implementation solutions designed to help organizations successfully implement IT best practice frameworks, such as ITIL and COBIT. ITpreneurs relies on unique industry knowledge, innovation of delivery media, creative design, and enhanced user experience to develop breakthrough solutions. Our success can be attributed to a constant drive to raise the bar on quality in the markets that we serve. Contact us for more information +1 (800) USA +31 (10) INT. info@itpreneurs.com

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