Leadership & Continuous Learning
Module 5: The Strategic Role of IT
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A great potential for added value lies in the proactive linking of information systems development activities to strategic business planning. This Module explores ways in which the IT function can partner with the executive team and human resources to create a knowledge-based organization. Effective use of the information systems function to aid in the process of surfacing organization wide tacit knowledge and actively integrating it into the existing organizational culture are explored. The importance of IT participation in the planning of organizational strategies is also examined. Technology-mediated communications and learning as the keystones of the knowledge building process are examined.
Participant Profile
Organizational leaders who want to understand the importance of the IT function in building an organizational infrastructure that supports planning and strategic thinking.Topics
- The role of information systems and technology in planning and strategic thinking.
- Positioning the IT function as a full partner on the executive team.
- The importance of technology in supporting the knowledge-based organization.
- How to build a competitive advantage by creating alignment between IT and HR.
- The role of IT in capturing tacit knowledge and disseminating throughout the organization.
- Different approaches firms are adopting for the integration of the IT Function into planning and strategic thinking.
Module Design
When delivered online, this module lasts two weeks when offered as part of the focused-learning program in Leadership and Continuous Learning. It is also available as a stand-alone, four-week online course. In either case, it requires an average of 10 hours a week of online participation and study time.Delivery Options
Off-the-shelf or customized to meet your organization's needs. Usually delivered entirely online, via FutureU 's Internet-accessible electronic campus or on your own Intranet. Participants "attend class" from their own desktop or laptop computers, at home or at work, and at whatever time is most convenient to them. Such asynchronous online delivery is especially suited to geographically separated employee groups and those who find it a challenge to fit learning into an already full work schedule. Can also be adapted for on-site delivery.Customization
Every organization faces a unique set of challenges and opportunities. The FutureU team can customize this module or any other FutureU module or program to address your real workplace concerns and integrate case study material based on your organization's experience. This course can also be modified for "blended" delivery integrating a mix of face-to-face and online work to ease those with little technology experience into the world of online learning.
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