Enterprise Architecture

Integrating people, processes, and technology to achieve strategic goals (Online)

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Overview

As organizations accelerate their transformation initiatives to compete in the digital age, the role of enterprise architecture(EA) in aligning business and technology is more important than ever. The Enterprise Architecture: Integrating people, processes, and technology to achieve strategic goals framework (online) program leverages the Enterprise Architecture (EA) framework to enable your organization to become more digital and agile and ensure it is future ready. Accelerate your career in enterprise architecture with a strategic curriculum designed by industry experts and faculty from NYU Tandon, and become a strategic enabler, creating new opportunities for business expansion and growth.

$1.41B

The global EA tools market size is expected to reach $1.41 billion by 2028, a CAGR expansion of 4.9% from 2021 to 2028.

SOURCE: ResearchAndMarkets.com

70%

of organizations in a recent survey report that their EA investments have increased (by an average of 15.7%), and 97% say they are planning several significant investments over the next two years.

SOURCE: Enterprise Strategy Group institute, 2022

Key Takeaways

This six-week program is designed to help technology professionals develop a strategic understanding of the scope, role, and potential of enterprise architecture(EA). Throughout the program, you will:

  • Explore enterprise architecture(EA) as a holistic integration of people, processes, and technology that enables organizations to meet business needs and achieve strategic goals
  • Identify challenges and opportunities for developing, maintaining, and growing EA within an organization
  • Evaluate the advantages and limitations of various EA frameworks
  • Apply “Enterprise Architecture as Strategy” framework to develop a complete and compelling EA road map for your organization
  • Develop strategies for collaborative co-ownership and facilitation of road map development and implementation
  • Leverage the EA framework to enable and prioritize opportunities for business expansion and growth
  • Communicate the role of EA in achieving strategic goals and becoming a “future-ready” organization

Who Is This Program For?

Enterprise Architecture(EA) is a strategic program designed to help technology leaders understand how EA evolves and learn important strategies for improving the resilience of their EA, in addition to enabling them to scale and grow EA in alignment with their business. It is ideal for individuals with significant work experience (10–15 years), including:

  • Information Technology Leaders and Professionals looking to understand the different EA approaches and strategies to transform their organization
  • Mid- to Senior-Level Enterprise Architecture Professionals seeking to gain a deeper understanding of EA and add a credential to their profile
  • IT/Technology Consultants looking to build better solutions for their clients

Program Syllabus

This program is designed to help technology leaders and mid- to senior-level IT and technology management professionals build a comprehensive enterprise architecture(EA) transformation plan for their organization.

Module 1:

Decoding EA

Explore ways to best articulate the business value of EA, and justify a focus on EA to your team and organization before you begin developing or implementing an EA.

  • Identify the potential challenges of developing, maintaining, and growing an EA within your organization
  • Articulate how EA could enable your organization to become more digital and agile

Module 2:

Introducing EA Frameworks

Examine the capabilities of an EA and the different types of EA frameworks that can be used to establish meaningful and measurable business priorities for driving IT investments.

  • Describe the benefits and limitations of different EA frameworks
  • Compare and contrast an “EA as Strategy” framework with other frameworks such as TOGAF and Zachman
  • Assess the EA maturity of your organization and describe the current state of your EA

Module 3:

Key Issues in Developing Successful EA Implementations

Learn how IT can support the growth and evolution of organizations through EA.

  • Explain how EA influences the business architecture and strategic capability within your organization and your rationale behind EA priorities and recommendations
  • Analyze business growth challenges, and recommend feasible EA initiatives to address them

Module 4:

Creating Road Maps to Deliver Benefit and Enable Flexibility

Explore the process of prioritizing initiatives and establishing an EA milestone-driven project plan to build a foundation for long-term strategic agility.

  • Determine the earned value associated with your top five EA priorities, and articulate three to five tangible outputs of each
  • Develop an EA milestone-driven project plan that details out associated accountabilities

Module 5:

EA Outsourcing, Project Prioritization, and Governance

Learn how to leverage the EA framework to develop better, more fully integrated product backlogs that support and enhance a more strategic and agile architecture.

  • Learn how to use EA to determine what to outsource and where to invest in internal capabilities
  • Assess the current project governance structure of EA initiatives within your organization
  • Recommend a governance structure that ensures your EA initiatives stay aligned with business priorities

Module 6:

EA as Strategic Enabler of New Product and Service Growth Opportunities

Discover how investing in partnerships and collaborations is the key to a thriving ecosystem, and examine approaches EA leaders can take to encourage active participation.

  • Describe the relevant platform ecosystems your organization competes in
  • Propose an approach to using an EA model to devise a strategy for participating in or leading a platform ecosystem

Module 1:

Decoding EA

Explore ways to best articulate the business value of EA, and justify a focus on EA to your team and organization before you begin developing or implementing an EA.

  • Identify the potential challenges of developing, maintaining, and growing an EA within your organization
  • Articulate how EA could enable your organization to become more digital and agile

Module 4:

Creating Road Maps to Deliver Benefit and Enable Flexibility

Explore the process of prioritizing initiatives and establishing an EA milestone-driven project plan to build a foundation for long-term strategic agility.

  • Determine the earned value associated with your top five EA priorities, and articulate three to five tangible outputs of each
  • Develop an EA milestone-driven project plan that details out associated accountabilities

Module 2:

Introducing EA Frameworks

Examine the capabilities of an EA and the different types of EA frameworks that can be used to establish meaningful and measurable business priorities for driving IT investments.

  • Describe the benefits and limitations of different EA frameworks
  • Compare and contrast an “EA as Strategy” framework with other frameworks such as TOGAF and Zachman
  • Assess the EA maturity of your organization and describe the current state of your EA

Module 5:

EA Outsourcing, Project Prioritization, and Governance

Learn how to leverage the EA framework to develop better, more fully integrated product backlogs that support and enhance a more strategic and agile architecture.

  • Learn how to use EA to determine what to outsource and where to invest in internal capabilities
  • Assess the current project governance structure of EA initiatives within your organization
  • Recommend a governance structure that ensures your EA initiatives stay aligned with business priorities

Module 3:

Key Issues in Developing Successful EA Implementations

Learn how IT can support the growth and evolution of organizations through EA.

  • Explain how EA influences the business architecture and strategic capability within your organization and your rationale behind EA priorities and recommendations
  • Analyze business growth challenges, and recommend feasible EA initiatives to address them

Module 6:

EA as Strategic Enabler of New Product and Service Growth Opportunities

Discover how investing in partnerships and collaborations is the key to a thriving ecosystem, and examine approaches EA leaders can take to encourage active participation.

  • Describe the relevant platform ecosystems your organization competes in
  • Propose an approach to using an EA model to devise a strategy for participating in or leading a platform ecosystem

Program Experience

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Live office hours with program leader

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Timely Curriculum

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Moderated discussion groups

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Try-it activities

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Knowledge checks and quizzes

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Video lectures

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Discussions

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Peer-to-peer learning and feedback

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Dedicated program support team

Capstone Project

Throughout each module of the program, you will build a set of slides and an accompanying script that will serve as a “call to action” that effectively communicates the purpose and value of EA. Through this capstone project, you’ll develop an approach for evolving your EA that creates greater resiliency, establishes strategic priorities to drive business growth, and builds a stronger platform for collaboration across the enterprise and ecosystem.

EA Leadership Journal

Each module of the program features a series of questions that prompt reflection and critical thinking on key concepts. These questions have been compiled into an EA Leadership Journal that you can take notes in and use to consider ways you might apply the concepts and practices to your own organization to maximize the potential of your learning experience.

Program Faculty

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Tom Mazzone

Director of Industrial Engineering, Industry Associate Professor

Professor Tom Mazzone, Industry Associate Professor in Technology, Management, and Innovation at NYU's Tandon School of Engineering and Academic Director of the Industrial Engineering program... More info

Certificate

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Certificate

Upon successful completion of the program, you will be awarded a verified digital certificate of participation from NYU Tandon.

FAQs

  • How do I know if this program is right for me?

    After reviewing the information on the program landing page, we recommend you submit the short form above to gain access to the program brochure, which includes more in-depth information. If you still have questions on whether this program is a good fit for you, please email learner.success@emeritus.org, and a dedicated program advisor will follow-up with you very shortly.


    Are there any prerequisites for this program?

    Some programs do have prerequisites, particularly the more technical ones. This information will be noted on the program landing page, as well as in the program brochure. If you are uncertain about program prerequisites and your capabilities, please email us at the ID mentioned above.


    Note that, unless otherwise stated on the program web page, all programs are taught in English and proficiency in English is required.


    What is the typical class profile?

    More than 50 percent of our participants are from outside the United States. Class profiles vary from one cohort to the next, but, generally, our online certificates draw a highly diverse audience in terms of professional experience, industry, and geography — leading to a very rich peer learning and networking experience.


    What other dates will this program be offered in the future?

    Check back to this program web page or email us to inquire if future program dates or the timeline for future offerings have been confirmed yet.

  • How much time is required each week?

    Each program includes an estimated learner effort per week. This is referenced at the top of the program landing page under the Duration section, as well as in the program brochure, which you can obtain by submitting the short form at the top of this web page.


    How will my time be spent?

    We have designed this program to fit into your current working life as efficiently as possible. Time will be spent among a variety of activities including:



    • Engaging with recorded video lectures from faculty
    • Attending webinars and office hours, as per the specific program schedule
    • Reading or engaging with examples of core topics
    • Completing knowledge checks/quizzes and required activities
    • Engaging in moderated discussion groups with your peers
    • Completing your final project, if required

    The program is designed to be highly interactive while also allowing time for self-reflection and to demonstrate an understanding of the core topics through various active learning exercises. Please email us if you need further clarification on program activities.


    What is it like to learn online with the learning collaborator, Emeritus?

    More than 300,000 learners across 200 countries have chosen to advance their skills with Emeritus and its educational learning partners. In fact, 90 percent of the respondents of a recent survey across all our programs said that their learning outcomes were met or exceeded.

    All the contents of the course would be made available to students at the commencement of the course. However, to ensure the program delivers the desired learning outcomes the students may appoint Emeritus to manage the delivery of the program in a cohort-based manner the cost of which is already included in the overall course fee of the course.

    A dedicated program support team is available 24/5 (Monday to Friday) to answer questions about the learning platform, technical issues, or anything else that may affect your learning experience.


    How do I interact with other program participants?

    Peer learning adds substantially to the overall learning experience and is an important part of the program. You can connect and communicate with other participants through our learning platform.

  • What are the requirements to earn the certificate?

    Each program includes an estimated learner effort per week, so you can gauge what will be required before you enroll. This is referenced at the top of the program landing page under the Duration section, as well as in the program brochure, which you can obtain by submitting the short form at the top of this web page. All programs are designed to fit into your working life.

    This program is scored as a pass or no-pass; participants must complete the required activities to pass and obtain the certificate of completion. Some programs include a final project submission or other assignments to obtain passing status. This information will be noted in the program brochure. Please email us if you need further clarification on any specific program requirements.


    What type of certificate will I receive?

    Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a smart digital certificate. The smart digital certificate can be shared with friends, family, schools, or potential employers. You can use it on your cover letter, resume, and/or display it on your LinkedIn profile.
    The digital certificate will be sent approximately two weeks after the program, once grading is complete.


    Can I get the hard copy of the certificate?

    No, only verified digital certificates will be issued upon successful completion. This allows you to share your credentials on social platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.


    Do I receive alumni status after completing this program?

    No, there is no alumni status granted for this program. In some cases, there are credits that count toward a higher level of certification. This information will be clearly noted in the program brochure.


    How long will I have access to the learning materials?

    You will have access to the online learning platform and all the videos and program materials for 12 months following the program start date. Access to the learning platform is restricted to registered participants per the terms of agreement.

  • What equipment or technical requirements are there for this program?

    Participants will need the latest version of their preferred browser to access the learning platform. In addition, Microsoft Office and a PDF viewer are required to access documents, spreadsheets, presentations, PDF files, and transcripts.


    Do I need to be online to access the program content?

    Yes, the learning platform is accessed via the internet, and video content is not available for download. However, you can download files of video transcripts, assignment templates, readings, etc. For maximum flexibility, you can access program content from a desktop, laptop, tablet, or mobile device.

    Video lectures must be streamed via the internet, and any livestream webinars and office hours will require an internet connection. However, these sessions are always recorded, so you may view them later.

  • Can I still register if the registration deadline has passed?

    Yes, you can register up until seven days past the published start date of the program without missing any of the core program material or learnings.


    What is the program fee, and what forms of payment do you accept?

    The program fee is noted at the top of this program web page and usually referenced in the program brochure as well.

    • Flexible payment options are available (see details below as well as at the top of this program web page next to FEE).
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    What if I don’t have a credit card? Is there another method of payment accepted?

    Yes, you can do the bank remittance in the program currency via wire transfer or debit card. Please contact your program advisor, or email us for details.


    I was not able to use the discount code provided. Can you help?

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    How can I obtain an invoice for payment?

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    Is there an option to make flexible payments for this program?

    Yes, the flexible payment option allows a participant to pay the program fee in installments. This option is made available on the payment page and should be selected before submitting the payment.


    How can I obtain a W9 form?

    Please connect with us via email for assistance.


    Who will be collecting the payment for the program?

    Emeritus collects all program payments, provides learner enrollment and program support, and manages learning platform services.

  • What is the program refund and deferral policy?

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