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Course Summary

This course is designed to help learners understand the benefits of cloud computing and how to adopt it in their organization. The course covers topics such as cloud service models, deployment models, and security considerations.

Key Learning Points

Learn about cloud service models and deployment models
Understand the benefits and challenges of adopting cloud computing
Explore cloud security considerations and best practices

Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have

Cloud Solutions Architect
- USA: $120,000
- India: ₹1,000,000
- Spain: €50,000
Cloud Administrator
- USA: $80,000
- India: ₹800,000
- Spain: €40,000
Cloud Developer
- USA: $100,000
- India: ₹900,000
- Spain: €45,000

Learning Outcomes

Understand the benefits and challenges of cloud computing
Identify suitable cloud service and deployment models for your organization
Implement cloud security measures and best practices

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

Basic understanding of IT infrastructure
Familiarity with networking concepts

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner

Course Format

Self-paced
Online
Video lectures
Hands-on exercises

Similar Courses

Introduction to Cloud Computing
Cloud Computing Basics

Notable People in This Field

David Linthicum
Bernard Golden

Related Books

Description

The cloud is taking business by storm. In fact, due to the extraordinary growth of the cloud, it has been described as a tornado, not a fluffy white floating object!

Commercial research analysts consider cloud as one of the most significant trends with a potential to change the whole global IT industry. Governments, including those in the US, Britain, and Australia, have cloud-first policies now in place which mandate cloud over non-cloud services in ICT procurement. But CIOs and other senior executives, while it's on the majority of their agendas, aren't sure what it really means for their organisations - how to leverage the benefits, control the commercials, manage the business risk, and adapt their organisations. While it is important to set requirements, negotiate commercials (terms, service level agreements, and pricing), and sign the contract - it is also critical that we develop a clear plan for ‘Moving to the Cloud’ which realigns our business architecture, organization and most importantly our people. This course provides the answers that management must know to be successful and realise the benefits: • Where should I go cloud? • What are the commercials? • Where is my leverage? • How do I realign my business practices and architecture? • How do I gear up my people and structure my organisation? View the MOOC promotional video here: http://tinyurl.com/hvtz2ph

Outline

Module 1: Introduction
Welcome from Rod and Sara
Welcome from the University of Melbourne
Week 1 Overview: Cloud Computing
Disruptive Technology: Where Does the Cloud Fit?
Student Debate: Is the Cloud the end of Traditional IT Outsourcing?
History of the Cloud
History of the Cloud with Leslie Willcocks
Cloudspeak
How Cloud Works with Shane Hercules
Demystifying the Cloud with Vince Kellen
Course Overview
Start of Course Survey
Outsourcing to the Cloud
1. Introduction to the Cloud

Module 2: Cloud Adoption
Week 2 Overview: Cloud Adoption
Cloud Adoption
Cloud Adoption Trends with Vince Kellen
Vendor and Client Challenges with Russel Ives
Governments Adopting Cloud
Cloud First Policies with Mike Baker
Student Debate: Should Federal Governments Move to the Cloud?
Using the Cloud - A Beginning
Adopting Cloud at the University of Kentucky with Vince Kellen
Adopting Cloud at the Australian Taxation Office with Mike Baker
Insights on Cloud Challenges with Claude Baudoin
Insights on Cloud Adoption with Rodrigo and Amir
Forming Requirements
Tricks and Traps of the Cloud
2. Cloud Adoption

Module 3: Cloud Commercials
Week 3 Overview: Cloud Commercials, Contracts, SLAs and KPIs
Introducing Cloud Commercials
The Cloud Contract
SLAs and KPIs
Cloud Contracts and SLAs with Rodrigo and Amir
Cloud Pricing
Cloud Pricing with Mike Baker
Cloud Pricing with Claude Boudoin
Cloud Pricing with Rodrigo and Amir
Cloud Issues with Claude Boudain
On Demand with Rodrigo and Amir
IAAS Contracts
3. Commercials

Module 4: Getting Ready to Move
Week 4 Overview: Getting Ready to Move
Getting Ready to Move
Managing Change
Capability Maturity
Cloud and Traditional On-Premise Computing
Business Architecture
Generic Principles for Cloud Adoption: Student Presentation
Processes
Organization
Governance
Impact on Roles
Organisational Change Management - Chapters 1, 2, 3, 5, 7 & 8
4. Getting Ready to Move

Module 5: On the Move
Week 5 Overview: Planning the Transition
Planning the Transition
The Actors
Relationships
Emotional Intelligence
Managing Change when Moving to the Cloud - Individual Impact: Student Presentation
Developing the Change Agenda
Change Management Practices to Address Cloud Challenges: Student Presentation
The Process of Change
Change Management in IT Outsourcing: Student Presentation
Organisational Change Management: Chapters 4, 9, 11, 14 & 15
5. Planning the Transition

Module 6: Arriving in the Cloud
Week 6 Overview: Arriving in the Cloud
Consolidation
Creating the Cloud Culture with Leslie Wilcocks
Building Awareness
The Importance of Communication
Preparing the Individual
Information Security Needs and Controls: Student Presentation
Barriers and Enablers
Organisational Challenges When Adopting E-learning and MOOCs: Student Presentation
Now We Have Moved
The Cloud Standards Council with Claude Baudoin
The Future of Cloud: Predictions by our Expert Panel
Employee of the Future with Anthony Wong
Organisational Change Management: Chapters 9, 10, 14 & 15
Academic Integrity
End of Course Survey
6. Consolidation

Summary of User Reviews

Read reviews for Cloud Computing Adoption course on Coursera. Learners found the course informative and well-structured, with engaging content and knowledgeable instructors. Overall, learners highly recommend the course to anyone interested in learning about cloud computing adoption.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Many users found the course content to be informative, engaging and well-structured.

Pros from User Reviews

Instructors are knowledgeable and responsive to questions
Course content is up-to-date and relevant
Great for beginners and those with some knowledge of cloud computing
Real-world case studies and examples provide practical insights
Good mix of theory and practical application

Cons from User Reviews

Some learners found the course material to be too basic
The course does not cover certain advanced topics in cloud computing
The course is quite lengthy and requires significant time commitment
Some learners found the assessments to be too easy
The course could benefit from more interactive elements

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