Advanced Digital Acumen
Unlock the secrets of the digital economy and gain the strategic insights needed to steer your career towards success.
This module offers a comprehensive, no-nonsense guide to understanding how digital business truly operates, equipping you with the wisdom and practical know-how to make informed, impactful career decisions.
Course Overview
The digital economy is a complex, rapidly evolving landscape, where opportunities and risks coexist in equal measure. This module cuts through the noise, offering you a clear, authoritative understanding of how digital business works at its core. It's designed to give you the strategic perspective needed to navigate the intricacies of the tech-driven world, ensuring you're not just keeping up but staying ahead.
Within this module, you'll dive deep into the heart of technology ecosystems and platforms, demystifying the roles of major players and understanding the fine line between products and services. You'll explore the strategic choices behind technology implementation, examining real-world trade-offs and case studies that highlight the practical implications of these decisions. We also pull back the curtain on the often-hidden politics of the digital marketplace, revealing the commercial agendas that shape partnerships and influence outcomes.
Beyond the technical and commercial aspects, this module prepares you to align your career with your personal values and goals. You'll gain insights into the organisational cultures across industries and learn to match your professional aspirations with the right environments. Whether you're weighing permanent roles versus contracting or considering the trade-offs of generalist versus specialist pathways, you'll come away with a clear, strategic plan for your career, tailored to your unique ambitions and strengths.
Who is this course for?
What you will learn
Through the following 8 chapters you will master the fundamental topics essential to the domain of AI in Public Service: Opportunities, Challenges and Ethics.
Course topics
Dive deep into the digital economy's structure and impact. Uncover how technology shapes industries, influences markets, and drives innovation. Grasp the fundamental forces behind the digital world to make smarter career choices in a rapidly evolving landscape.
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Explore the ecosystems of major tech platforms. Understand the differences between products, platforms, SaaS, and PaaS. Learn how these ecosystems shape business strategies and career opportunities. Develop insight into where you can thrive within these environments.
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Evaluate high-level tech implementation strategies. Analyse the pros and cons of ERP systems, bespoke solutions, and best-of-breed approaches. Understand the strategic decisions behind these choices and how they influence business success and your role in them.
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Uncover the hidden commercial agendas in the tech world. Delve into the politics of partnerships and alliances. Learn to navigate these complexities to safeguard your career interests and align with organisations that match your values and goals.
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Examine how sector, size, and maturity shape organisational culture. Understand the impact of these factors on innovation, job security, and career progression. Use this knowledge to identify the work environments where you can excel and advance.
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Explore how different industries adopt technology. Compare tech-product, service-based, and non-tech organisations with heavy IT reliance. Assess where your skills fit best and where you can make the most impact in your career.
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Analyse different career pathways, from permanent roles to contracting, and specialist to generalist routes. Understand how each path affects your professional growth, autonomy, and job satisfaction. Strategically plan your career trajectory with a clear vision.
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Conduct a deep self-assessment to align your personality, values, and goals with your career choices. Understand your strengths, weaknesses, and preferences to make informed decisions about your professional future.
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Develop a comprehensive career strategy. Set long-term goals and identify the steps needed to achieve your ultimate professional position. Focus on aligning your career path with industry trends, organisational dynamics, and your personal aspirations.
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Why LSI
At LSI, we redefine higher education to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving world. Rooted in technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship, our approach is designed to empower individuals to thrive in an AI-driven future. From cutting-edge learning systems to a deeply supportive community, every aspect of LSI is crafted to inspire, challenge, and elevate your potential.
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