Cloud Computing for Managers
Make sound decisions about cloud adoption, costs, security and vendors without needing a technical background.
- 3 days
- Classroom · Live virtual · In-house
- Afriskora Certificate of Completion
Course overview
Moving to the cloud is a business decision as much as a technical one. This course helps managers understand cloud models, build a business case, compare providers, manage costs and contracts, and ensure data sovereignty and compliance. It is vendor-neutral and draws on African public and private sector migrations.
Who should attend
- Business and IT managers
- Procurement and finance staff
- Public-sector ICT decision-makers
- Project managers for cloud migrations
What you will be able to do
- Explain cloud models in business terms
- Build a cloud business case
- Compare providers and contract terms
- Control cloud costs
- Address data sovereignty and compliance
Course outline
Module 1Cloud fundamentals for decision-makers
- • Cloud models explained
- • Benefits and risks
- • Data sovereignty in Africa
- • When cloud is not the answer
Module 2Business case and procurement
- • Total cost of ownership
- • Choosing providers
- • Contracts and SLAs
- • Exit strategies
Module 3Managing the move
- • Migration approaches
- • Cost management (FinOps)
- • Security and compliance
- • Change management
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Cloud Computing for Managers course?
The course runs for 3 days. Daily start and finish times are confirmed in your joining instructions. Live virtual sessions cover the same programme.
Do I receive a certificate?
Yes. Every participant who completes the course receives an Afriskora Certificate of Completion with a unique code that employers can verify online.
Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?
Yes. We can run it at your premises or online for your team, on dates that suit you, and adapt examples and case studies to your sector.
How do I book and pay?
Request dates and we'll send available sessions and a quote. Bookings are confirmed by invoice and paid by EFT. South African clients can include the course in their Workplace Skills Plan.
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