TOGAF® 9 Combined Level 1 and Level 2 Training Course

TOGAF Certification Course FAQs

• What is the last date for registration to appear for TOGAF Certification Exam?

  The examination date can be decided by the candidate, once he or she registers with Pearson VUE.

• How long does it take to get TOGAF certification exam results?

  Usually you will receive notification of your pass or fail status within a few minutes of completing your exam in the form of a printed score report. In addition, you can obtain your score reports from within your Open Group Pearson VUE testing account. Occasionally, if a score report is unable to be printed, you will only receive the electronic copy. A result shown as “pending” indicates that Pearson VUE is still generating the score report, which may take a few hours.

• Is a TOGAF certification worth it?

  Companies are using TOGAF to plan how their enterprise architecture is managed on both a short- and long-term basis. A TOGAF certification formally recognizes that the enterprise architects possess the knowledge and experience that aligns with the architecture tasks that an organization wishes to perform. Simplilearn’s TOGAF training is one of the best ways you can prepare for this valuable certification.

• What are the job roles available after getting a TOGAF certification?

  A TOGAF certification makes you capable of exploring a number of career opportunities like an enterprise architect, architecture manager, data architect, application architect, IT designer, and project manager. Enroll in Simplilearn’s TOGAF training course and achieve this certification.

• How do beginners learn TOGAF?

  TOGAF certified professionals are responsible for developing an organization’s long-term IT strategy. As such, beginners need to be properly trained for passing the TOGAF certification exam. We recommend taking our TOGAF training program to get step-by-step guidance from industry experts and learn how to use the framework. 

• Is the TOGAF course difficult to learn?

  Simplilearn’s TOGAF course incorporates a cutting-edge curriculum designed by industry experts and is easy to follow. The instructors explain all the concepts thoroughly and you will not find anything difficult to grasp.

• I have a TOGAF 9 certification. How do I update my TOGAF 9.1 certification to the current version?

  The TOGAF Standard, Version 9.2, is an update to the previous version providing improved guidance, correcting errors, improving the document structure, and removing obsolete content. Key enhancements made in this version include updates to the Business Architecture and the Content Metamodel. If you achieved TOGAF 9 certification to the earlier conformance requirements then you remain certified.

• Which companies hire IT Architects?

  IT architects who hold a TOGAF certification are in high demand across companies worldwide. Unilever, Accenture, IBM, PwC, Oracle, and SAP are the top firms looking for enterprise architects. 

• How do I register for a TOGAF certification exam session on Simplilearn?

  Learners need to register on the Pearson VUE website with an TOGAF certification exam voucher provided by Simplilearn to schedule the exam.

• Do I need a background in IT to take this TOGAF course?

  TOGAF is a framework for enterprise architecture that provides an approach for designing, planning, implementing, and governing an enterprise information technology architecture. An IT background is not necessary to take the TOGAF certification exam. If you don't have an IT background, our training will help you understand the TOGAF course material better and simplify the journey towards being TOGAF certified.

• Will my TOGAF 9 certificate expire?

  TOGAF certification is valid for lifetime and doesn't need any renewal.

• What if I fail the TOGAF certification exam?

  If you fail the TOGAF certification examination, you need to wait at least one month to retake the exam. 

• Who are the instructors for the live classroom training for TOGAF certification course?

  All of our highly qualified trainers are TOGAF 9 certified with more than 14 years of experience in implementing TOGAF framework.

• What certification will I receive after completing the TOGAF certification training?

  After successful completion of the TOGAF training, you will be awarded the TOGAF course completion certificate. Once you clear the exam you will then receive the TOGAF 9 certification from The Open Group.

• Do you provide assistance for the exam booking process?

  Yes, we do help you in finding the nearest Prometric Centre for your exam.

• How many questions are there in the TOGAF certification exam?

  TOGAF part 1 Foundation (Duration 60 minutes)
  40 multiple choice questions (Closed Book)
  Pass mark – 55%
  
  TOGAF part 2 Certification (Duration 90 minutes)
  8 Scenario based questions (Open Book)
  Pass mark – 60%

• How does the TOGAF online classroom training work?

  Online classroom training for TOGAF 9 is conducted via live streaming by a TOGAF 9 certified trainer with over 15 years of work experience. The class is attended by a global audience to enrich your learning experience.

• Is this live TOGAF training, or will I watch pre-recorded videos?

  All of the classes are conducted live online. They are interactive sessions that enable you to ask questions and participate in discussions during class time. We do, however, provide recordings of each TOGAF training session you attend for your future reference.

• What tools do I need to attend the TOGAF training sessions?

  The tools you’ll need to attend TOGAF training are:

  • Windows: Windows XP SP3 or higher
  • Mac: OSX 10.6 or higher
  • Internet speed: Preferably 512 Kbps or higher
  • Headset, speakers and microphone: You’ll need headphones or speakers to hear instruction clearly, as well as a microphone to talk to others. You can use a headset with a built-in microphone, or separate speakers and microphone.

• I’d like to learn more about this TOGAF Certification training program. Who should I contact?

  To learn more about this TOGAF Certification training program, contact us using the form on the right of any page on the Simplilearn website, or select the Live Chat link. Our customer service representatives can provide you with more details.

• Who are our faculties and how are they selected?

  All of our highly qualified trainers are ITIL-certified, with more than 15 years of experience in training and working in the IT domain. Each of them have gone through a rigorous selection process which includes profile screening, technical evaluation, and a training demo before they are certified to train for us. We also ensure that only those trainers with a high alumni rating continue to train for us.

• What is Global Teaching Assistance?

  Our teaching assistants are a dedicated team of subject matter experts to help you get certified in your first attempt. They engage students proactively to ensure the course path is being followed and help you enrich your learning experience, from class onboarding to project mentoring and job assistance. Teaching Assistance is available during business hours.

• What is covered under the 24/7 support promise?

  We offer 24/7 support through email, chat, and calls. We also have a dedicated team that provides on-demand assistance through our community forum. What’s more, you will have lifetime access to the community forum, even after completion of your course with us.

• Benefits of TOGAF Certification in Enterprise Architecture

  Listed here are some broad aspects of how TOGAF can benefit organizations.

  • Ease of Implementation
  • Ease of Use
  • Global Standard
  • Authentic
  • Procedural
  • Flexible
  • Versatility
  • Uses Tested Ideas – Open Systems Framework
  • Intelligent Procurement Specification
  • Popularity
  • No Dearth of Training
  • Freely Available Public Domain Material:
  • Frees Up Licensing Costs for Other Frameworks:
  • Up-To-Date Body of Knowledge
  • Open Systems Implementation
  • TOGAF for Organizational Improvement

  Why should I get TOGAF certified?
   
  For efficient utilization of the TOGAF framework, knowing how to beneficially implement TOGAF will prove profitable for organizations that wish to adopt this framework in its functioning, and TOGAF certified architects will continue to remain in high demand.

  1. A certmag.com survey ranks TOGAF in the ninth position among the top 20 highest paying certifications in 2015. This is not surprising considering such organizations as IBM, HP, Oracle, Deloitte, Capgemini, CISCO and other leading giants are implementing TOGAF® methodologies to transform their businesses, thereby increasing the job opportunities and the subsequent demands for TOGAF certified architects

   
  2.  Data from Indeed.com demonstrates why TOGAF is such a sought-after domain for certification by IT professionals

  From these figures, it is clear that:

  • TOGAF professionals stand a great chance at breaking the $100,000 per year barrier
  • Professionals with a TOGAF certification are among the highest-paid professionals in the IT industry

     
  
  

  3.  A TOGAF certification enables professionals to acquire specific knowledge about the standard framework and methods of enterprise architecture and helps validate their proven knowledge of the framework.
   
  4. The spectrum of skills that professionals can build and develop through TOGAF certification is also vast, and includes business skills comprising of business cases, processes, strategic planning, Enterprise Architecture skills comprising of modelling, system integration, applications, and role design, Project Management skills, certain legal knowledge into the data protection laws, contract law, procurement laws, etc., and also some of the generic skills such as leadership, team-building, and soft-skills.

   

• Can I cancel my enrollment? Will I get a refund?

  Yes, you can cancel your enrollment if necessary. We will refund the course price after deducting an administration fee. To learn more, please read our Refund Policy.

• You offer an exam pass guarantee. How does it work?

  *Free exam retake terms and conditions:

  
  Terms and Conditions: 
  Our training comes with an Exam Pass Guarantee. Simplilearn believes in our highly effective blended learning methodology and its ability to provide learners with the knowledge and confidence to pass the TOGAF 9.2 exam in the first attempt. If you do not pass the TOGAF 9.2 exam on the first attempt, Simplilearn will offer a voucher (free of charge) to the students to retake the exam .

  To ensure your success, we strongly recommend that you take the TOGAF 9.2 exam within a week of the course completion date—or a maximum of 45 days from the completion of the online training. This way, the course materials will be fresh in your mind.

  TOGAF 9.2 Exam Attempts:

  Attempt	Time Frame	Result	Free Exam Retake
  First	Within 6 months (180 days) from enrollment date	Did Not Pass	Yes

  
  Exam Pass Guarantee:
  If you do not pass the exam on the first attempt, Simplilearn will offer you a voucher (free of charge) to retake the exam . You must submit a copy of your scorecard.  

  Terms and Conditions for qualifying:
  This Exam Pass Guarantee applies only to Simplilearn’s TOGAF 9.2 blended learning. It is not applicable for Simplilearn’s Self-Paced Learning TOGAF 9.2 course. The guarantee is valid only for participants who have paid the entire enrollment fee.

  
  The guarantee becomes void if:

  • Participants do not take the TOGAF 9 Combined examination within 45 days of unlocking the certificate.
  • Participants do not maintain 100% attendance during the training sessions.
  • Participants fail to score at least 80% in at least 2 simulation tests available at lms.Simplilearn.com
  • Participants fail to book their exam within 6 months from the date of enrollment 
  • Participants do not follow the instructions of the trainer and do not complete the exercises given during the training.
  • Participants do not submit the required documents to Simplilearn.
  • Participants failed to request a refund within 15 days of receiving their results 
     

• *Disclaimer

  The Open Group®, TOGAF® are registered trademarks of The Open Group.

• What is the TOGAF framework used for?

  The TOGAF framework is basically used by enterprises as a developmental method to plan and design their IT architecture. It is specifically beneficial for organizations that have plans to implement enterprise-wide technical architecture so as to support mission-critical business applications using open systems building blogs. Enroll in our TOGAF course to learn everything about this popular framework.

• Is enterprise architecture a good career option?

  The job of an enterprise architect creates a high impact on n enterprise IT organizations. More popularly known as IT visionaries, enterprise architects define the capability of an organization to meet various business problems. In fact, this job role commands a median salary of $140K annually in the US. With a TOGAF certification, an individual can successfully launch their career in enterprise architecture.

• What does an IT Architect do?

  IT architects are responsible for creating the technology and applications roadmap to direct and steer the organization. They use TOGAF standards for technology infrastructure to develop a long-term IT strategy that supports the overall business strategy. Moreover, they ensure that all aspects of the technology infrastructure are defined and IT-enabled processes run smoothly. Our TOGAF certification can help you step into this promising career option.

• What skills should an IT Architect know?

  Enterprise architects are expected to have a good business acumen along with generic skills like teamwork, leadership, communication, etc. Additionally, they should know how to model and build block design, applications and role design, and system integration. A TOGAF certification can help you acquire all these skills.

• What industries use TOGAF Architecture most?

  TOGAF has witnessed growing adoption over the years and helped organizations to develop an enterprise IT architecture. Industries ranging from information technology, healthcare, defense, to consulting and government agencies find TOGAF quite beneficial. Our TOGAF course is all you need to demonstrate your skills and enter any of these sectors.

• What book do you suggest reading for TOGAF Architecture?

  Our TOGAF training is enough to prepare for the certification exam. However, you can also refer to some useful books for further reference.

  • TOGAF 9 Foundation Study Guide by Rachel Harrison
  • TOGAF 9 Certified Study Guide by Rachel Harrison
  • The TOGAF® Standard, Version 9.2 - A Pocket Guide by Andrew Josey

• What is the pay scale of TOGAF certified professionals across the world?

  Enterprise architects who hold a TOGAF certification have bright salary prospects across the world. Their median annual salary across different countries is as follows (Source: Payscale):
  India - INR 30 Lakhs

  • The US - $144K
  • The UK - £73K
  • Canada - C$122K