Today organizations are either embracing digital technologies to improve their businesses or being disrupted by entrants with such capabilities. Therefore it is important for managers and executives of all organizations to learn about various technologies and apply them in innovative ways. Some of the most important trends in Information Technology are in mobile, cloud, security, and blockchains.
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Some IT work and experience.
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Learn about issues in cloud computing and various realizations of service-oriented computing.
Discover the range of mobile technologies available to modern enterprises and how these can be used to create innovative business models.
Become aware of cyber security threats that organizations need to be aware of and learn about various defense mechanisms.
Explore the innovation that emerging technologies like Blockchains can bring about.
Skills you will gain
- Management
- IT Skills and Knowledge
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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Cloud Computing
Mobile Communications
Information Security
Emerging Trends
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