An introduction to the TOGAF® Standard and the ADM lifecycle, providing stakeholders and aspiring architects with an understanding of enterprise architecture. Learn the language and core concepts of the framework, identify key enterprise architecture roles, and apply architectural thinking to real-world challenges.
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TOGAF® EA – Basics is an introduction to enterprise architecture (EA) and the world’s most widely used architectural framework. Designed for those seeking awareness without the immediate need for certification, this course provides an overview of the TOGAF® Standard and shows how it acts as a pragmatic tool for solving complex organisational challenges.
By completing this course, you will gain a clear understanding of the purpose of EA, the core concepts of the TOGAF® framework, key roles within the architecture function, EA language and terminology, and how the Architecture Development Method (ADM) supports structured decision making.
Created by experts with over 20 years of enterprise architecture experience, EA Learning’s self-paced course has been designed to be interactive, with engaging quizzes and learning checks, along with a real-world scenario to practise applying EA thinking in a realistic context.
TOGAF® EA – Basics course is ideal for those who collaborate with enterprise architects, are new to enterprise architecture, or with an interest in understanding how TOGAF® concepts support decision-making and alignment.
It is also a useful standalone precursor to certification, providing knowledge and confidence before choosing to pursue TOGAF® EA Foundation and Practitioner certification.
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TOGAF® EA – Basics Course Syllabus
Welcome & How to Use This Course
How to navigate the course, what the course covers, and what to expect (awareness‑plus, not certification training).
What Is Enterprise Architecture (and Why It Exists)
Why EA exists, the business problems it helps solve, and how EA supports better enterprise decisions and trade‑offs.
What Is TOGAF® and How It Fits
What the TOGAF® Standard is (and is not), how it is structured at a high level, and how organisations use it in practice.
The Architecture Development Method (ADM): The Big Picture
The purpose of the ADM, the major phases, and how iteration, governance, and change are handled at a conceptual level.
Roles, Responsibilities, and Stakeholders in EA
Key EA roles and typical stakeholder concerns, plus how architects collaborate with business and delivery teams.
Applying EA Thinking: A Simple Scenario
How to apply basic EA thinking: identify drivers, stakeholders, and constraints; frame the architecture problem; and explore options.
How TOGAF Is Used in the Real World
Common ways organisations tailor TOGAF, how it scales, typical pitfalls, and how it relates to Agile delivery approaches (conceptually).
What Comes Next (and What Not to Expect)
How to choose next steps based on your role, including when deeper EA learning or TOGAF certification training may be appropriate.
As this is an introductory course, there is no formal exam or certification.
Each module includes a short, engaging quiz and interactive activities to check your knowledge and help you confirm your understanding as you progress.
You will be awarded a Certificate of Course Completion upon successful conclusion of the course.
If you want to get certified in the TOGAF® Standard, please take a look at our TOGAF® EA Foundation and Practitioner course.
The TOGAF® Standard is a widely used reference framework for Enterprise Architecture. It provides concepts, terminology, and a structured method (the ADM) that organisations can tailor to their context.
No. This is an EA and TOGAF® basics course designed to build understanding and a shared language. It is not a full exam-prep or bootcamp-style certification course.
Our TOGAF® EA – Foundation and Practitioner course is accredited by The Open Group. It’s a 4-day instructor-led program and includes exam vouchers for TOGAF EA Part 1 and Part 2 (TOGAF Standard, 10th Edition).
Yes, we are able to offer 3, 6 and 12 month extensions for a fee. Please contact support@ealearning.com to explore your options.
No prior Enterprise Architecture experience is required. This course is designed for beginners and stakeholders who want a practical introduction.
You’ll learn what Enterprise Architecture is for, what TOGAF® is (and is not), a high-level view of the ADM lifecycle, common EA roles and stakeholder concerns, and how to apply basic EA thinking using a simple scenario.
You’ll learn the purpose and major phases of the ADM at a conceptual “big picture” level, including how iteration, governance, and change fit in. Detailed ADM techniques and exam-style depth are typically covered in certification-focused training.
The final module helps you identify next learning steps based on your role, whether that’s deeper EA practice, more scenario work, or progressing to TOGAF® certification training.
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