TOGAF®
Enterprise architecture is central to enabling transformation, and TOGAF® remains the globally recognised framework for aligning business and IT strategy. With multiple course options available, it’s important to choose the path that aligns with your role, goals, and organisational needs. Whether you’re building individual capability or uplifting teams across the business, we aim to guide you on what the TOGAF® Standard, 10th Edition offers, how each course differs, and where related training like Applied Business Architecture, Version 8 fits in.
Index
- What is TOGAF® and The Open Group?
- Why Professionals Pursue TOGAF® Certification
- Why Organisations Seek TOGAF® Certification for Their Teams
- Choosing the Right TOGAF® Course
- Comparing TOGAF® Courses
- What’s New in TOGAF® 10th Edition
- Exams and Certification Process
- Related Courses: Applied Business Architecture
- Benefits of Private TOGAF® Training
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Further Learning: TOGAF® Resources
What is TOGAF® and The Open Group?
The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF) is widely considered the most popular and de facto industry standard.
TOGAF® boasts a massive global community of practitioners and certified professionals. It’s used by a vast range of organisations, from small businesses to large multinational corporations, government agencies, and defence organisations across various industries.
TOGAF® provides a detailed and structured approach to developing and managing enterprise architecture through its Architecture Development Method (ADM). The ADM is an iterative cycle covering all phases of architecture development, from vision to implementation and governance.
While comprehensive, TOGAF® is also designed to be flexible and adaptable. Organisations can analyse the ADM and other components of the framework to suit their specific needs, context, and maturity level.
TOGAF® is developed and maintained by The Open Group, a vendor-neutral consortium focused on open standards. This ensures that organisations aren’t locked into proprietary methods or technologies. The TOGAF® standard itself is freely available for organisations to use.
The Open Group provides a wealth of resources, training materials, and a well-regarded certification program for TOGAF. This contributes to a consistent understanding and application of the framework globally.
TOGAF® has been updated to incorporate new concepts, best practices, and address emerging trends in enterprise architecture, such as agile methodologies and digital transformation. The latest version is TOGAF® 10th Edition.
Why Professionals Pursue TOGAF® Certification
TOGAF® certification is ideal for professionals responsible for leading or enabling organisational change through architecture. Typical participants include:
- Enterprise and Solution Architects shaping IT and digital platforms
- Business Architects building capability models and strategy roadmaps
- Digital and Transformation Leads navigating large-scale change
- Consultants advising clients on structure and alignment
- IT leaders seeking common frameworks across projects and departments
Certification demonstrates the ability to structure and guide change using a consistent, proven framework. For individuals, it creates a clear professional development path. For organisations, it provides a shared language and set of practices that improve collaboration, delivery, and decision-making.
Why Organisations Seek TOGAF® Certification for Their Teams
Organisations pursuing large-scale transformation or looking to mature their architecture capability often standardise on TOGAF® across all teams. Certification ensures consistency, improves cross-functional collaboration, and aligns decision-making across business units, locations, and disciplines.
By training entire teams, even across multiple offices or regions, organisations can:
- Establish a common language and framework: TOGAF® provides a shared set of principles, models, and terminology, reducing ambiguity across departments.
- Improve delivery outcomes: Teams trained in TOGAF® structure their planning and execution around proven methods like the ADM, ensuring more predictable and aligned results.
- Accelerate transformation: A globally certified workforce can mobilise faster, avoid duplication of effort, and adapt architecture practices to changing business needs.
- Support operating model shifts: Whether transitioning to Agile at scale, adopting a product-led structure, or unifying global systems, TOGAF® enables architecture alignment at enterprise scale.
- Reduce training and capability silos: Rather than relying on isolated experts, TOGAF® certification enables capability uplift across business and IT teams, regardless of geography.
We deliver private, large-scale TOGAF® training programs to organisations. Whether you’re certifying a team of 10 or coordinating multi-region rollouts across APAC, EMEA and the Americas, we provide consistent delivery, local support, and ongoing advisory throughout the program lifecycle.
Choosing the Right TOGAF® Course
EA Learning delivers TOGAF®-accredited training designed to match your role, level of experience, and strategic objectives. Each course is structured to meet specific professional needs, from foundational understanding to applied enterprise and business architecture expertise. Here’s how the options compare and who they’re best suited to.
This four-day course provides the complete TOGAF® Enterprise Architecture Practitioner certification, covering both Foundation and Practitioner levels in a single, integrated program. It’s ideal for professionals seeking the full benefits of TOGAF® accreditation, enhanced career mobility, recognised architecture capability, and a structured approach to leading transformation. Whether you’re in IT, strategy, project delivery, or architecture, this course equips you to apply TOGAF® confidently and effectively in complex, real-world environments.
Foundation covers the basic principles of enterprise architecture, the ADM (Architecture Development Method), key terminology, and the role of TOGAF® within a business transformation context. This course is suitable for beginners, those looking for a formal certification, those wanting to go on to become a Practitioner, or those working alongside architecture functions who need structured understanding.
Practitioner focuses on the application of TOGAF® concepts, for those who have completed the Foundation course. It includes stakeholder management, real-world scenarios, and practical modelling. Best suited for professionals already familiar with the basics and ready to implement architecture practices in projects.
Business Architecture Foundation is designed for those looking to apply TOGAF® principles specifically to the business architecture domain. It explores value streams, capability modelling, and business motivation techniques within the TOGAF® framework. Ideal for Business Architects, strategic planners, and transformation leads who want to drive business-focused architecture outcomes.
This course is designed for professionals already certified in TOGAF® Standard, Version 9 who want to align their knowledge with the significantly enhanced 10th Edition. The latest release introduces a more modular structure, expanded support for Agile and digital delivery models, and a library of Series Guides that provide targeted, practical guidance across architecture styles, industries, and transformation needs. Upgrading to TOGAF® Standard, 10th Edition not only ensures your skills remain current, but also gives you access to the most adaptable and scalable version of the framework to date, equipping you to lead in modern, fast-moving enterprise environments.
Comparing TOGAF® Courses
(10th Edition, 2023)
Learning Objectives
- Understand the core principles and structure of the TOGAF® EA framework.
- Focuses on delivering the complete knowledge base expected for first-attempt
success in the TOGAF® EA Foundation Certified exam.
Pre-Requisites
None
Exam Vouchers
One exam plus a free retake
Badge Eligibility
Activities and Group Work
- Use practice exam to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
Utilises Case Study
No
TOGAF® EA – Practitioner
(10th Edition, 2023)
Learning Objectives
- Develop the skills to apply TOGAF® EA concepts in real-world architecture
scenarios. - Focuses on delivering the complete knowledge base expected for first-attempt
success in the TOGAF® EA Practitioner Certified exam.
Pre-Requisites
Completion of the TOGAF® EA – Foundation course is required
Exam Vouchers
One exam plus a free retake
Badge Eligibility
Activities and Group Work
- 10+ interactive, scenario-based practical exercises to support active learning.
- Use practice exam to identify strengths and areas for improvement
Utilises Case Study
Yes
TOGAF® EA – Foundation and Practitioner
(10th Edition, 2023)
Learning Objectives
- Understand the core principles and structure of the TOGAF® EA framework and develop the skills to apply TOGAF® EA concepts in real-world architecture scenarios.
- Focuses on delivering the complete knowledge base expected for first-attempt success in the TOGAF® EA Foundation and TOGAF® EA Practitioner Certified exams.
Pre-Requisites
None
Exam Vouchers
Two exams plus a free retake
Badge Eligibility
Activities and Group Work
- 10+ interactive, scenario-based practical exercises to support active learning.
- Use practice exam to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
Utilises Case Study
Yes
TOGAF® EA – Practitioner Bridge
(10th Edition, 2023)
Learning Objectives
- Upgrade a TOGAF® 9 Level 2 certification to the latest edition.
- Discover the enhancements in the latest TOGAF® EA framework and learn to apply them.
- Focuses on delivering the complete knowledge base expected for first-attempt success in the TOGAF® EA Practitioner Bridge exam.
Pre-Requisites
TOGAF® 9 certification is required.
Exam Vouchers
One exam plus a free retake
Badge Eligibility
Activities and Group Work
- 10+ interactive, scenario-based practical exercises to support active learning.
- Use practice exam to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
Utilises Case Study
Yes
TOGAF® EA – Business
Architecture – Foundation
(10th Edition, 2023)
Learning Objectives
- Gain a solid understanding of the foundational concepts in TOGAF® Business
Architecture. - Focuses on delivering the complete knowledge base expected for first-attempt
success in the TOGAF® Business Architecture Foundation Certified exam.
Pre-Requisites
None
Exam Vouchers
One exam plus a free retake
Badge Eligibility
Activities and Group Work
- 11 interactive activities and scenario based practical exercises to support active learning.
- Work together in small teams using EA Learning’s exclusive Miro board.
- Use practice exam to identify strengths and areas for improvement
Utilises Case Study
Yes
What’s New in TOGAF® 10th Edition
The 10th Edition introduces greater modularity, updated guidance, and a library-based approach to content. Key updates include:
- Expanded guidance for Agile, DevOps, and product-centric operating models
- Series Guides for business, digital, and industry-specific contexts
- Updated methods for applying ADM in flexible and scaled environments
- A separation of fundamental content and configuration guidance
This release makes TOGAF® more accessible and adaptable.
Exams and Certification Process
Exams for TOGAF® certification are administered through Pearson VUE, either online or at authorised test centres. Each level, Foundation and Practitioner, has its own exam:
- Foundation: 60-minute multiple-choice test
- Practitioner: 90-minute scenario-based assessment
EA Learning supports course participants with exam preparation, including practice tests and expert-led Q&A sessions. Our students consistently achieve high pass rates and report high confidence levels going into their assessments.
Related Courses:
Applied Business Architecture
For those looking to apply architectural thinking directly to business strategy and outcomes, the Applied Business Architecture course is a complementary learning path.
Endorsed by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA), by completing Applied Business Architecture, Version 8, you will learn how to undertake:
- Capability mapping
- Value stream analysis
- Business motivation modelling
- Planning for strategic transformation
- Engaging and aligning stakeholders
While TOGAF® gives you structure, Applied Business Architecture, Version 8 shows you how to apply it in a business context. Together, they provide a complete architecture capability, from framework understanding to strategic application.
Architecture Master Bundle
Combine both TOGAF® EA Foundation and Practitioner, and Applied Business Architecture, Version 8, to unlock your potential with the Architecture Master Bundle. This bundle provides significant value to participants with globally-recognised certifications, practical skills, and proven methodologies to manage complex organisational challenges.
Business Architecture Bundle
The Business Architecture Bundle combines TOGAF® Business Architecture Foundation with Applied Business Architecture, Version 8, with unrivalled value for participant certifications and practical applications. It’s ideal for professionals leading strategic planning or capability uplift who want a complete, business-focused architecture skill set.
Benefits of Private TOGAF® Training
When you’re aiming to embed TOGAF® capability at scale, across offices, teams, or departments, private training offers an efficient, aligned, and impactful solution. The benefits of private TOGAF® training include:
- Cost-efficient structure: Our pricing model separates instructor/event costs from individual participant fees, giving you maximum flexibility. As more participants enrol, your cost per person decreases, delivering tangible value without compromising on quality.
- No minimum enrolments: There’s no required minimum headcount to proceed. Train the exact number of people you need, whether it’s a core architecture team or a full cross-functional group.
- Consistent global delivery: We support virtual, in-person, or hybrid delivery across multiple time zones. Your team receives the same high-standard instruction regardless of location, with logistics coordinated by our in-house event team.
- Content and instructor engagement: Every class includes a pre-course meeting with your instructor to align on objectives, challenges, and industry specifics. Content is contextualised during delivery to maximise relevance for your team.
- End-to-end logistics and support: Our dedicated team manages registration, onboarding, event setup, communications, and follow-up. We handle the complexity so you can focus on outcomes.
- Exam and certification inclusions: Participants receive exam vouchers with one free retake included, practice exams, accredited TOGAF® materials, and guided support for certification badge submissions.
- Post-class debrief and capability planning: After training, we provide feedback analysis and offer a debrief session to identify future learning opportunities or capability-building steps.
This option is ideal for government departments, banks, professional services organisations, transformation teams, and many other large and medium sized organisations seeking a common language and structured approach to planning. Enquire about in-house classes today.
Frequently Asked Questions
We specialise in this area. We have industry leading experts who train our classes, who answer questions while providing anecdotes and context to the material that they are training by speaking to lived experience. Furthermore, we have a range of courses that directly support each other that are exclusive to EA Learning.
Our instructors have extensive industry experience to deliver content using real-life examples. The courses are designed to be directly applicable to everyday challenges in architecture, planning, and transformation.
Yes. TOGAF® is framework-based, not size-based. It’s just as useful for managing change and architecture in a small organisation as in a multinational. The 10th Edition especially improves its fit for Agile and digital-native organisations.
If you’re new to frameworks or working alongside architecture functions, Foundation is a safe entry point. If you’re applying architecture in your role already, the Practitioner course is most relevant. However, if you want to understand the frameworks and how to apply them, the Foundation and Practitioner course is most suitable.
Absolutely. TOGAF® is referenced in many enterprise and digital leadership job descriptions. Certification demonstrates structured thinking, strategic alignment, and the ability to lead transformation work. It’s a credential valued across sectors.
TOGAF® is a comprehensive enterprise architecture framework that helps organisations structure their transformation efforts. It provides a methodology (ADM), a shared vocabulary, and a suite of tools for aligning business and IT.
It enables better strategic planning, clearer stakeholder alignment, and more consistent delivery across teams. By using TOGAF®, organisations can reduce complexity, manage change efficiently, and avoid duplication of effort.
When business, IT, strategy, and transformation teams all understand and apply TOGAF®, they operate with shared models and methods. This eliminates misalignment, accelerates planning, and enhances collaboration across functions.
TOGAF® introduces a common vocabulary and structured way of thinking. When everyone, regardless of department, uses the same definitions, principles, and artefacts, it drastically reduces confusion, rework, and miscommunication.
Projects benefit from improved governance, clarity of scope, reusable building blocks, and stakeholder alignment. Using TOGAF® helps ensure that projects deliver outcomes aligned with strategic goals, not just technical outputs.
