Foundation Class

Business Architecture
Foundation Programme

Turn Theory into Practice – Build Confidence in Business Architecture Fundamentals.

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  • Programme Overview

The Business Architecture Foundation Programme equips participants with the **essential knowledge and techniques** required to understand, model, and communicate business architecture concepts aligned with TOGAF® Business Architecture Level 1 and BIZBOK® practices.

The focus is hands-on application, linking each module to real-world case studies at the NHS, government, and enterprise transformation situations.

  • Who This Is For
Junior Business Analysts transitioning into Architecture
Aspiring Business Architects and Solution Designers
Professionals preparing for TOGAF Level 1 certification
Senior BAs, Change Leads, and strategy professionals supporting TOMs formulation

Key Learning Outcomes

1. Role & Context

Understand the role of Business Architecture within TOGAF ADM and enterprise transformation.

2. Core Concepts

Apply core Business Modelling concepts (strategy, capability, value, organisation, information).
3. Capability Modeling
Develop Capability Maps (L1–L3) and define capability maturity.
4. Value Stream Mapping

Map Value Streams to organisational outcomes and benefits.

5. Blueprint Definition

Define a Business Architecture Blueprint aligned to stakeholder needs.

6. Stakeholder Communication

Communicate architectural views and insights to executives and delivery teams.

Programme Structure (10 Days Total)

Module 1: Introduction to Business Architecture - (Duration: 1 Day) 
Focus: Role, context, and frameworks
Key Topics
  • What is Business Architecture?
  • Relationship between Business, Information, Application, and Technology layers
  • Positioning Business Architecture within TOGAF ADM (Phase A–H)
  • Comparison: BIZBOK vs TOGAF
  • Case Example: NHS Digital Strategy and Vision 10 alignment
Practical Exercise
  • Identify architecture domains in a transformation scenario
  • Map architecture artefacts to TOGAF phases
 
Module 2: Business Modelling & Context - (Duration: 2 Days) 
Focus: Strategic drivers, motivation, and stakeholder alignment
Key Topics
  • Strategic Context and Business Motivation Model (BMM)
  • Vision, Goals, Objectives, and Drivers
  • Stakeholder Mapping & Concerns
  • Strategy to Capability Alignment
  • Linking Business Architecture to Benefits Realisation
Practical Exercise
  • Create a Business Motivation Model for a case study (e.g. NHS Integrated Care Programme)
  • Identify capability enablers and outcomes
 
Module 3: Capability Modelling - (Duration: 2 Days) 
Focus: Building and structuring business capabilities
Key Topics
  • What is a Business Capability?
  • Capability taxonomy (L1–L3 structure)
  • Mapping Capabilities to Functions, Processes, and Roles
  • Capability Maturity and Heat Mapping
  • How TOGAF supports Capability-Based Planning
Practical Exercise
  • Create an L1–L3 capability model
  • Conduct a capability heat-mapping workshop
 
Module 4: Value Stream & Value Delivery - (Duration: 2 Days) 
Focus: Modelling how value is created and delivered
Key Topics
  • What is a **Value Stream**? (Trigger → Stages → Outcomes)
  • Mapping Value Streams to Capabilities
  • Using Value Streams for Prioritisation and Benefit Mapping
  • Integrating Value Streams into Business Architecture Blueprints
Practical Exercise
  • Create a Value Stream Diagram from a customer journey
  • Present insights to a mock stakeholder panel
 
Module 5: BA Blueprint & Governance - (Duration: 3 Days) 
Focus: Integrating models and defining governance
Key Topics
  • Defining the Business Architecture Blueprint
  • TOGAF artefacts: Baseline, Target, and Gap Analysis
  • Roadmapping and Transition Architectures
  • Business Architecture Governance and Assurance (IG, Digital Assurance)
Practical Exercise
  • Develop a Blueprint Summary Pack
  • Conduct a Gap Analysis and define principles
  • Present a Business Architecture Roadmap
 

Assessment & Certification

  • Formative Assessment: Quizzes and practical artefacts.
  • Summative Assessment: Capstone project — “Design a Business Architecture Blueprint”
  • Optional: TOGAF® Business Architecture Level 1 exam preparation session
  • Certificate of Completion: “Business Architecture Foundation (MyBAcoach)”

Tools & Templates

  • Capability Map Template (Excel + Miro)
  • Value Stream Canvas
  • BMM Template
  • Architecture Blueprint
  • Gap Analysis Matrix
  • Stakeholder Map & RACI Template
  • Mock questions for the TOGAF® BA Level 1 exam

Delivery Format

  • Duration: 8 Days (Flexible – 2 days/week or evenings/weekends)
  • Mode: Online (Zoom/MS Teams) + Miro Board Collaboration
  • Assessment: Individual and group artefacts
  • Support: LMS access, replay sessions, and downloadable materials
  • Example Case Studies (Real-World Focus)

This list will be updated as new transformative programmes surface.

Unified Communications Transformative Programme
Merger of 2 – 3 larget NHS trust into 1
UK council information governance transformation programme
Application Portfolio Management programme
Shift to a customer centric model – SaaS organisation
Local Authority Blue Badge Service digital modernization
  • Foundation Pathway Progression

This Foundation course prepares learners for the Practical Programme, where participants will:

Apply their knowledge on a live case project
Develop a portfolio-ready Business Architecture blueprint
Conduct boardroom presentations and mock interviews
Company history

Programme Investment

Individual Package

£400
  • Includes full access to: Templates, LMS, Class replays, and Certificate.
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Group/Corporate Package

£350 per delegate
  • Includes all offering on individual package
  • Minimum of 5 delegates required for corporate pricing.
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