TOGAF® Business Architecture Level 1 Study Guide. Andrew Josey
Business Architecture using the ArchiMate® Modeling Language, The Open Group Webinar (D232), Marc Lankhorst, BiZZdesign BV, December 2018; refer to: www.opengroup.org/library/d232
• Mapping the Business Model Canvas to ArchiMate®, L.O. Meertens, M.E. Iacob, L.J.M. Nieuwenhuis, M.J. van Sinderen, University of Twente and H. Jonkers, D. Quartel, BiZZdesign BV; refer to: https://ris.utwente.nl/ws/portalfiles/portal/5363569/Meertens12mapping.pdf
• The Open Group Certification for People: TOGAF® Conformance Requirements (Multi-Level), Version 3.0 (X1810), April 2018, published by The Open Group; refer to: www.opengroup.org/library/x1810
• Value Stream Mapping: How to Visualize Work and Align Leadership for Organizational Transformation, Karen Martin, Mike Osterling, McGraw-Hill, 2014
1.1 Key Learning Points
This document is a Study Guide for students studying for the TOGAF Business Architecture Level 1 credential. This edition is aligned to the TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2. It will familiarize you with all the topics that you need to know in order to pass the TOGAF Business Architecture Part 1 Examination.
It gives an overview of every learning objective included in the syllabus and in-depth coverage on preparing and taking the examination. It is specifically designed to help individuals prepare for the examination.
This first chapter will provide you with important information on the TOGAF certification program, how credentials such as TOGAF Business Architecture Level 1 fit into the program, and the structure of the TOGAF Business Architecture Part 1 Examination.
1.2 The Open Group Certification for People: Credentials Program
The Credentials program is part of The Open Group Certification for People program. It is available to individuals who wish to demonstrate they have attained the required knowledge and understanding of a particular topic. It leads to the award of an Open Badge for each credential.
This Study Guide covers the TOGAF Business Architecture Level 1 credential. It can be studied in its own right independent of other learning paths.
What is the relationship between the TOGAF Business Architecture Level 1 credential and TOGAF 9 Certification?
The TOGAF Business Architecture credential is considered to be a specialization. It goes into more detail than the TOGAF 9 Certified syllabus. Individuals are able to choose whether they wish to study just for this credential or use it as an addition to certification in the TOGAF 9 Certification program.
1.2.1 The TOGAF Business Architecture Level 1 Credential
The purpose of the TOGAF Business Architecture Level 1 credential, is to provide validation that the candidate has gained an acceptable level of knowledge and understanding of:
• Business Modeling
• Business Capabilities
• Value Streams
• Information Mapping
• TOGAF Business Scenarios
and how to apply them in development of a Business Architecture based on the TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2.
The learning objectives at this level focus on knowledge and comprehension.
Individuals who attain this credential will have demonstrated their understanding of:
• The topic of business modeling and how it relates to Enterprise Architecture within a TOGAF context
• The concept of business capabilities and how business capabilities can be modeled
• Value streams and value stream mapping
• Information Mapping
• How to apply the TOGAF business scenario method
• How a Business Architecture can be developed with the TOGAF Architecture Development Method (ADM)
Examination
This credential is achieved by passing the TOGAF Business Architecture Part 1 Examination. This is a multiple-choice examination with 30 questions.2 There is no prerequisite qualification required to take this examination.
1.2.2 The TOGAF Business Architecture Level 1 Syllabus
The TOGAF Business Architecture Level 1 Syllabus is contained in Appendix D. Certain topic areas are weighted as more important than others and thus have more questions in the examination. The topic areas covered by the examination together with the number of questions per area in the examination follow:
1. Business Modeling (4 questions)
2. Business Capabilities (7 questions)
3. Value Streams (7 questions)
4. TOGAF Business Scenarios (3 questions)
5. Information Mapping (3 questions)
6. Developing a Business Architecture with the TOGAF ADM (6 questions)
1.2.2.1 Format of the Examination Questions
The examination questions are multiple-choice questions. These are very similar in format to the Test Yourself questions included in each chapter. Note that the exact format for display is test center-specific and will be made clear on the display monitor when taking the examination.
Exam Tip
Please read each question carefully before reading the answer options. Be aware that some questions may seem to have more than one right answer, but you are to look for the one that makes the most sense and is the most correct.
1.2.2.2 What ID do I need to present to take the examination?
You should consult with the examination provider regarding the forms of picture ID you are required to present to verify your identity.
1.2.2.3 Can I refer to materials while I take the examination?
No; it is a closed-book examination.
1.2.2.4 If I fail, how soon can I retake the examination?
You should check the current policy on The Open Group website. At the time of writing, the policy states that individuals who have failed the examination are not allowed to retake the examination within one (1) month of the first sitting.
1.2.3 Preparing for the Examination
You can prepare for the examination by working through this Study Guide section-by-section.