INTERNET OF THINGS:
BUSINESS IMPLICATIONS AND OPPORTUNITIES

Explore growth opportunities in your business through IoT-based solutions

Duration

6 weeks, excluding
orientation

Effort

6-8 hours per week,
entirely online

Learning Format

Weekly modules,
flexible learning

Other Detail

Earn an MIT Sloan
certificate

HELP YOUR ORGANIZATION TRANSFORM

 

“Because digital transformation is more of a leadership challenge than a technical one, it’s essential to focus managerial attention on people’s desire to change and the organization’s ability to change. You want to convert digital transformation from a project into a capability — from a time-limited investment into an enduring digital innovation factory.” – George Westerman, Faculty Director

THIS COURSE IS FOR YOU IF YOU WANT TO:

 

  • Lead a competitive business strategy within your organization.

  • Capitalize on the skills necessary for IoT disruption and, resultantly, change.

  • Implement IoT as a business opportunity and a strategic concern that, not exclusive to IT experts, needs to be prioritized by leaders.

  • Ensure business relevance by exploring opportunities for the potential application of IoT, backed with an MIT certificate of completion.

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Dino Vasiladiotis, Senior Data Center Strategist, Vice President of Bloomberg L.P image

“My impressions of the content were outstanding. The facilitator was prompt in replying and engaging in our discussion forums. Furthermore, his feedback on our assignments was concise and warranted valuable feedback. The MIT online experience has been by far one of the greatest ones I have had. The platform is very thorough and easy to navigate. By attending the Internet of Things and blockchain classes I have certainly enhanced my knowledge and look forward to applying it in my day-to-day operations.”

Dino Vasiladiotis, Senior Data Center Strategist, Vice President of Bloomberg L.P

YOU’LL WALK AWAY WITH:

1

The confidence to advance your technical abilities to envision and lead IoT-based transformations in your workplace for increased productivity.

2

Strategies for developing the necessary skills and capabilities to support the implementation of IoT technologies within your organization.

3

An understanding of core leadership principles and technology advancements in implementing IoT solutions for strategic advantage in your business.

COURSE CURRICULUM

Module 1:
Demystifying the Internet of Things

Contextualize the Internet of Things, recognize key components of an IoT system, and consider the role of IoT in business strategy.

Module 2:
Leading IoT: Levels of Mastery

Examine the digital mastery framework in an organization of your choice, and explore digital capabilities.

Module 3:
Leadership Capabilities

Explore the role of leadership in supporting technologies in the workplace.

Module 4:
An Overview of IoT Technologies

Learn about the technological components that underpin the IoT.

Module 5:
Aligning IoT and Strategy

Learn how to integrate IT and IoT technologies with business strategy and operations, and ensure that the right skills are developed.

Module 6:
Creating an IoT Road map for the Future

Plan to implement the IoT, and consider the future of business with new technologies.

YOUR FACULTY DIRECTOR

George Westerman

Principal Research Scientist, MIT Center for Digital Business

Dr George Westerman is a principal research scientist with the MIT Sloan Initiative on the Digital Economy. An award-winning author and speaker who is widely considered a pioneer of research into digital transformation, Westerman helps senior executives to drive new competitive advantage through technology. He is the author of numerous articles and three award winning books including Leading Digital: Turning Technology Into Business Transformation. In addition to research and teaching, Westerman serves as a member of the Board of Directors of the Technology Business Management Council and co-chairman of the MIT Sloan CIO Leadership Awards.

AN ONLINE EDUCATION THAT SETS YOU APART

This MIT Sloan online program is delivered in collaboration with online education provider GetSmarter. Join a growing community of global professionals who have already benefited from the opportunity to:

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Develop new competencies and earn valuable recognition from an international selection of universities, entirely online and on your own time frame

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Enjoy a personalized, people-mediated online learning experience that supports you every step of the way

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Experience a flexible but structured approach to online education as you plan your learning around your life to meet weekly milestones

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