Learn how to create a strategic plan for IT
Whether you are a CIO, CFO or even a CEO, your primary objective is to create shareholder value. Information Technology (IT) is only a means to that end. Till it is aligned with the business, shareholder value is not created. The purpose of a well crafted IT Strategy is to achieve this alignment so IT can create the “biggest bang for the buck.”
If IT Alignment is of interest to you, this course will be of value to you. It will help you understand the fundamental concepts of IT Strategy and walk you through the 7 steps needed to align IT with business and create value.
Developed by StartSmart Consulting, this in-depth course explains how many Fortune 50 companies align their business and IT strategies to achieve business success. It will answer critical questions like:
- What is IT Strategy?
- Why is an IT Alignment essential for business results?
- What are the steps to create an IT Alignment?
- How do we migrate to this new capability?
- How do we monitor and track IT investment results?
- Are there tools and techniques available that can facilitate this journey?
In addition to the online course, which you can take at your own pace and convenience, you’ll also receive a PDF version of the presentation, plus a certificate of completion.
Learn a cutting edge framework and approach for IT Strategy:
Understandably, IT alignment is at the top of every business leaders’ agenda, but making it happen requires a structured, proven framework and approach. StartSmart Consulting has created such a framework and approach, called IT Value Mapping, that have helped their clients rapidly align business and IT and create quantifiable and sustainable business value.
IT Strategy online course presents this cutting edge yet practical and easy-to-use framework and approach. You can use this step-by-step approach to create an IT Strategy for your organization. This IT Strategy will help you identify areas where your organization lacks alignment, quantify the cost to your company, and build a strategic plan to bring your IT efforts in line with your business needs.
IT Strategy’s objective is to create value for shareholders. With StartSmart Consulting’s visual value maps, now you can show them the money!
Learn IT Strategy from an expert:
The program is led by Sourabh Hajela, an award winning thought leader, management consultant, and trainer with over 20 years experience developing IT strategies. Mr. Hajela is a well known thought leader and expert in IT Strategy. He is a sought after writer, consultant and speaker on IT Strategy. Mr. Hajela writes for and presents webinars for Ziff Davis, Jupiter Media, Better Management, CioIndex and other well known channels in IT Management.
His audio narration guides you through more than 250 slides that show you, step-by-step, how to improve your bottom line without increasing red tape.
Mr. Hajela personally responds to your emailed questions and provides you with 1 hour of his time to ask questions in person.
Learn more:
If you’d like more details on the IT Alignment Strategies course, click these links:
- Read Course Syllabus
- Demo Tutorial
- See Answers to commonly asked questions about the course
Bring it in-house! For groups of 10 or more we will deliver an instructor led course at your business location. Contact Us us for details.
Instructor
Learn IT Strategy from a world-renowned expert:
Sourabh Hajela
Executive Editor, CIO Index, Inc.
The program is led by Sourabh Hajela, an award winning thought leader, management consultant, and trainer with over 30 years experience developing IT strategies. Mr. Hajela is a well known thought leader and expert in IT Strategy. He is a sought after writer, consultant and speaker on IT Strategy. Mr. Hajela writes for and presents webinars for Ziff Davis, Jupiter Media, Better Management, CioIndex and other well known channels in IT Management.
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Module One | Introduction: What is IT Strategy? |
Module Two | The “big picture”:
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Module Three | IT Strategy Overview: 7 steps to IT Alignment
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Module Four | Business Drivers and Imperatives
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Module Five | Building the “as-is” capability view
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Module Six | Envisioning the “to-be” capability
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Module Seven | Identifying the gaps |
Module Eight | Prioritizing the Alternatives
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Module Nine | Devising a migration plan
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Module Ten | Case Studies in Practical Applications Summary and Next Steps |
Frequently Asked Questions
How is this course different from Managing IT? |
Managing IT focused on the “what” of creating business value using IT. This course details the steps i.e. the “how” to align IT and business. The former sets the context and the latter details the approach and framework to create an IT capability to enable business results. |
What are the benefits of this course for non-IT Professionals? |
In today’s fast paced and hyper competitive world information technology is a strategic weapon.
Perhaps, as a non-IT professional you have seen the promise of IT. You are also keen to unleash the power of IT. However, the punditry and complexity have intimidated or dissuaded you from delving into it in a meaningful way. This course makes it easy by dealing with this topic in a comprehensive yet simple manner. Additionally, it deals with IT from a business perspective hence for a business professional it is easier to follow. |
Is this a technical course? |
Not in the sense of a technology deep dive. Even though this course is on Information Technology it is from a business perspective i.e. how to enable business results using information technology. |
Why is a business perspective necessary to successfully use Information Technology? |
As a business executive your primary focus is on creating shareholder value. Information technology is a means to that end. Consequently, a business perspective helps understand where, how and why IT can enable business results. When to apply it and when not to. If IT is not enabling business results it is what some call ”technology for technology’s sake”. |
Will I be able to contact the instructor? |
Yes, Sourabh Hajela, the instructor for this course, will be available via the web. You can pose any questions about the course material. (FULL price course purchase ONLY) |
What are the topics covered in this course? |
This course covers the following topics:
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What are the benefits of this course for IT Professionals? |
This course introduces, in a structured and comprehensive, yet easy manner the logical steps and framework to align business requirements with IT capability. As an IT professional you have a good grasp on creating IT Solutions. You might have taken the Managing IT course to understand the ”big picture” on these solutions. However, what is missing is the “how to” i.e. the approach, steps and framework to align business and IT capability
This course should help you become more effective and efficient in your current job and career by understanding the rationale for your work. More importantly, it will help you advance your career by getting the knowledge on the business aspects of IT. |
Can I see how the course is organized, and can I get a copy of the list of specific topics that will be covered? |
Download the Course Syllabus for the structure and subject areas covered by this course. |
What is included in the price of the course? |
The course price includes the following:
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How do I access the course? |
The course is accessed online:
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What is the technology used to access the course? |
To access the course, your computer must have an internet browser (All major browsers – IE, Chrome, Firefox – supported) with Adobe Flash and JavaScript installed. We recommend having a broadband connection but dial-up connections also work. Please disable all pop-up blockers. Please test your computer by accessing the demo video posted above.
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What if I cannot complete the course in the time allotted? |
Please contact us and we will extend the time. We honor all reasonable requests. |
Will I get a certificate of completion? |
Yes. You must complete the final exam with a score of 80% or higher. After completing the course material, please contact us. |
Is there a final exam? If so, how is it administered? |
A final exam is OPTIONAL – you can take it to receive a certificate of completion provided you receive a score of 80% or higher. The final exam is administered online just like the course. Please contact us upon completion of the course materials and we will grant you access to the final exam.
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How do I pay for these courses? |
We accept all major credit cards and PayPal (which accepts all major credit cards) .
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Are CIO Index and/or AIMIT “accredited”? |
No. CIO Index is the largest community of senior IT leaders with 70,000+ members and accredits its own courses. |
Do I get Professional Development Credit (PDU)? |
No. Currently, we do not provide PDU. |
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Instructor has recorded their lectures on PowerPoint slides that are available for access using a web browser 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days of the year. Pick a time that works for you, log in to the training portal and access the course content. Complete the course at your leisure – participants have 90 days access to complete the course.
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Self Paced Online
There is one final exam after course completion. Participants must achieve a score of 80% or above to receive a certificate of completion. Participants are allowed to take the final exam only once in 365 days. You may retake the exam after this period.
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