Enterprise Architecture Fundamentals,
Including How to Become an Architect
Discover how technology drives business success
Are you looking to see how technology drives business success or wanting to take your first steps toward becoming an Enterprise Architect? This instructor-led online course introduces you to the discipline of Enterprise Architecture (EA), showing how it connects strategy, business processes, and IT systems to deliver real outcomes. Many Salesforce professionals perform well in their specific role but lack a framework for aligning their work with enterprise goals. This course closes that gap.
You will explore key enterprise architecture frameworks, understand how EA teams operate in real organizations, and discover the skills needed to chart a career path toward becoming an architect. With guidance from a veteran architect with decades of global experience, Enterprise Architecture Fundamentals gives you the knowledge and confidence to collaborate across domains and begin your journey toward architecture leadership.
Learn the critical skills that shape IT strategy
In this course, you’ll learn the foundations of Enterprise Architecture and how it drives IT strategy across an organization. By exploring real-world frameworks, processes, and team structures, you’ll gain the knowledge to connect business strategy with technology decisions. From understanding architecture domains to planning your own career path, this course equips you to collaborate effectively across IT disciplines and move toward an architecture leadership role.
Understand the role of Enterprise Architecture
Learn how EA aligns IT systems with business strategy and complements other architecture disciplines such as Solution and Technology Architecture.
Explore key EA frameworks and standards
Gain practical insights into frameworks like TOGAF, Zachman, and FEAF to structure technology and business processes effectively.
See how EA fits in Salesforce environments
Discover how Enterprise Architecture operates within organizations using Salesforce products and how it connects to Salesforce’s Architect Journey.
Collaborate with architecture teams
Learn how Enterprise Architects, domain specialists, and governance boards work together to guide enterprise-level IT decisions.
Identify tools and deliverables used by EA teams
Understand the practical artifacts, templates, and methods that support strategic planning and execution.
Map your career path in IT architecture
Explore the skills, experience, and steps needed to progress from specialist roles to Solution Architect, Technical Architect, or Enterprise Architect.
Apply EA thinking to real-world scenarios
Develop the ability to make informed architecture decisions, organize business and IT models, and contribute meaningfully to enterprise planning and governance.
Engaging methods to reinforce learning outcomes
Flexible video lessons
Learn whenever and wherever it suits you, with clear, structured online instruction.
Expert guidance
Stay on track with instructor-led support while navigating all course materials confidently.
Self-paced learning
Progress through the material at a speed that fits your personal learning style.
Downloadable resources
Access templates, guides, and tools that support your learning and practical application.
External references
Explore curated articles, frameworks, and case studies to connect theory with practice.
Practical assessments
Test your knowledge and apply concepts through exercises that reinforce real-world skills.
Certificate upon Completion
Showcase your achievement with a certificate that validates your knowledge and expertise.
Is this training right for you?
This course is perfect for mid-level IT professionals who want to understand how technology supports business strategy.
Whether you’re already experienced in roles like business analysis, solution design, or project management, or looking to expand your skills into architecture, you’ll gain the knowledge to connect IT decisions with enterprise goals. No prior enterprise architecture experience?
No problem – we’ll guide you every step of the way.
Who will benefit most from this Enterprise Architecture Fundamentals course:
- Business Analysts seeking a broader understanding of IT strategy and architecture.
- Functional or Solution Consultants aiming to align solutions with enterprise goals.
- Product Owners and Product Managers looking to connect technology with business outcomes.
- Developers and Software Development Consultants wanting insight into enterprise-level planning.
- IT and Business Operations Consultants interested in strategic IT alignment.
- Project Managers who need to understand how architecture drives project success.
- Management Consultants aiming to advise clients on technology and enterprise strategy.
- Salesforce Professionals seeking to align Salesforce implementations with enterprise architecture.
Course Outline
Lesson 1
- a. Enterprise Strategy
b. Business Functions and Processes
c. Governance
d. Architecture Domains
e. Frameworks
Lesson 2
- a. Zachman
b. TOGAF
c. FEAF (US gov)
d. Many others
Lesson 3
- a. Chief Architect
b. Domain Specialists
c. Business & Technical advisory
d. Governance and advisory boards
e. Deliverables
f. Tools
Lesson 4
- a. Solution Architect
b. Technical Architect
c. Domain Architect
d. Enterprise Architect
Meet your Enterprise Architecture course instructor
Charles Thompson is a highly experienced IT professional with over 45 years in the industry, including 25 years as a hands-on Enterprise Architect.
He has worked with organizations across multiple countries and industries, gaining deep expertise in business models and IT systems. Charles holds certifications in Zachman and TOGAF frameworks, 20 Salesforce certifications, and more than 800 Trailhead badges, providing unmatched knowledge for your learning journey.
