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Quick Facts

Medium Of InstructionsMode Of LearningMode Of Delivery
EnglishSelf Study, Virtual ClassroomVideo and Text Based

Course Overview

The course is about cloud computing which is a foundational capability for the success of business information systems. Cloud computing will fulfill the needs that the businesses need to adapt in the digital world such as scale, operating flexibility, and agility. 

Under this course, the candidates will explore components of virtualization, deployment on the cloud, network architecture, cloud computing models, and the Internet of Things. They will also learn the impact that cloud computing has on information technology and the advantages of cloud computing in a business environment.

The course Digital Ecosystem Infrastructure is for 12 weeks and will require the candidates to put in an effort of 8-10 hours a week and is an instructor-led course on a schedule. As it is an introductory level course the candidates will need no prior knowledge to enrol for this course. Candidates can either choose to audit the course without a certificate or via verified track by paying a fee which makes them eligible for the course certificate. 

Candidates doing this course by the verified track will have to purchase a textbook to complete the course successfully.

The Highlights

  • 12 weeks course
  • Time investment per week is 8 to 10 hours
  • Offered for free
  • Instructor-led learning
  • edX certification
  • Introductory level course 
  • Instructors from Indiana University
  • 100% online
  • Taught in English
  • Part of a micro master programme

Programme Offerings

  • videos
  • assignments
  • tests

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate AvailabilityCertificate Providing Authority
yesIU Bloomington

Eligibility Criteria

Note: Candidates from all around the globe will be able to take up this course except those from the Crimea region of Ukraine, Cuba, and Iran as the U.S. sanction does not allow us to offer these courses in these places.

Certification Qualifying Details

The candidates under audit the course are not eligible for the course certification. To receive the certification they will have to upgrade to a verified track by paying the given amount and complete the course.

What you will learn

Knowledge of cloud computingKnowledge of IT industry

After completing the Digital Ecosystem Infrastructure certificate course the candidates will be able to learn the following:

  • Candidates will understand how IT in various organizations is impacted by cloud computing.
  • Learn the application architecture and fundamentals of the network.
  • Learn the fundamentals of various cloud-computing services and regarding the development models including software as a service.
  • They will understand the challenges under cloud computing like risk, governance and Security.
  • The candidates will understand the potential of the Internet of Things (IoT) for business impact.

Who it is for

The candidates who are suitable for this course are as below:

  • Anyone looking to learn a new skill and get certified in it.
  • Candidates looking to work in the field of cloud computing
  • Cloud computing professionals looking to upgrade their skills.

Application Details

Those who are willing to take the course Digital Ecosystem Infrastructure should follow the below-given steps:

Step 1: Visit the website https://www.edx.org/learn/business-administration/indiana-university-digital-ecosystem-infrastructure

Step 2: After opening the website click on ‘Enrol’.

Step 3: Candidates should sign up and log in to the website.

Step 4: The candidate should select to either audit the course or the verified track.

Step 5: Candidates choosing the verified track should choose their desired payment method and fill in the required billing details and click on ‘Place the Order’

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