Leading with an IT Mindset - BCS Course

Thinking about moving into a leadership role or developing/refreshing your leadership skills in your existing role? Maybe your organisation is going or planning a period of change, and you're looking for training to support you and the business.

This Level 4 practitioner award encourages individuals in or working towards a leadership role (this could be an IT or technical based-role), and you want to demonstrate modern leadership behaviours to nurture a high-performing team, especially during a time of organisational change.

IT Business Partner Practitioner Pathway

You can study this course as it is or study for the BCS Practitioner Certificate in Being an IT Business Partner when you study and pass the 4 BCS courses and exams including:

• This course - the BCS Practitioner Award in Leading with an IT Mindset
• BCS Practitioner Award in Business Skills for the IT Professional
• BCS Practitioner Award in Collaborating with Business Teams
• BCS Practitioner Certificate in Being an IT Business Partner.

Contact us directly if you would like a discount to buy all 4 courses together in one bundle.

Why Choose Duco Digital Training?

With self-study, you get a whole package of support we call PASS ASSIST, including:

• Free one year BCS Associate membership (normally costing £90)
• Free BCS Data Analyst eBook
• Practice exam papers
• Series of support videos to get the most out of your course, making a learning plan and how to prepare for the exam
• 5-star rating
• 95% pass rate.

A live training option is available, please contact us.

BCS Certification - Level 4

Digital certificate - Included

This level 4 professional certification in Leading with an IT Mindset will help develop your career if you are looking to move into a leadership role or develop/refresh your leadership skills in your existing role.

Leading with an IT Mindset - BCS Course syllabus:

1. THE SKILLS OF A SUCCESSFUL LEADER

• Demonstrate an understanding of leadership preferences
• Analyse the suitability and application of different leadership styles.
• Analyse the suitability and application of different delegation styles.
• Explain how to develop personal resilience.
• Demonstrate actions that show investment in your own development.

2. BUILD AND SUPPORT TEAMS TO PROVIDE SOLUTIONS

• Explain the need for resilience in a team.
• Interpret team dynamics.
• Explain methods for managing change.
• Analyse the presence of ethics in an organisation.
• Demonstrate behaviours that drive innovation.
• Explain how to collaborate with individuals whose expertise is different to your own.
• Analyse the sustainable practices and actions present in an organisation.

3. EXPLORE THE ROLE OF TECHNOLOGY IN DRIVING CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT AND PRODUCTIVITY

• Explain the use of technology internally and externally to improve productivity
• Analyse the impact of digital transformation on an organisation.
• Analyse the potential impact of future technology on an organisation.

Exam Information of “Leading with an IT Mindset - BCS Course” Course:

• It is a 10 knowledge questions and 10 scenario based question
• Pass mark is 21/30 points or 70%
• Duration of the exam is 45 minutes
• The exam will be supervised virtually

Who is BCS?

Recognised globally by corporations, academics and IT professionals, BCS is the British Computer Society, more commonly known as the Chartered Institute for IT.

They have over 60,000 members in 150 countries, and a wider community of business leaders, educators, practitioners and policy-makers all committed to their mission of leading the IT industry through its ethical challenges, to support the people who work in the industry, and to make IT good for society.

What our students say about us:

"The training provided will assist me to conduct AI research projects in a more professional and systematic way. The knowledge provided will be incredibly valuable for my future study in the field of computer vision." — Muhammad Lecturer and AI PhD Candidate

“Good training materials for remote learning, and the most impressive part was the speed at which they responded to questions.” — Tom Data Protection Practitioner

"This proved to be a very valuable course to me." — Janet Business Analyst

Meet Our Instructor

Darren Winter is Director at Duco Digital and supports organisations with cutting-edge business intelligence, sales, and marketing automation solutions alongside courses and training in artificial intelligence, business analysis, and data protection across diverse sectors spanning the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and SE Asia.

Noteworthy achievements include training academics in AI for the Indonesian government and teaching students in Technology Sales for the Saudi Arabian government. In 2023, the UK Department of Business and Trade invited him as a leaders of AI for a trade mission to Indonesia where he discussed Indonesian AI and ethical policy with key stakeholders.

He is also studying for his PhD in AI Ethics at Cordoba University, Spain, where he is exploring the impacts of the EU AI Act upon organisations.

For whom is the “Leading with an IT Mindset” course designed?

Whether you're a seasoned professional seeking to refine your leadership approach or an individual stepping into a leadership role, the “Leading with an IT Mindset” course is crafted to support your journey. It's designed for:

• Aspiring IT Leaders: Individuals motivated to enter the dynamic world of IT leadership, eager to build a fulfilling career by mastering the principles of leading with a technological perspective.
• IT-Oriented Students: University scholars looking to enhance their theoretical knowledge with practical, industry-centric leadership skills in the IT domain.
• Career Changers: Professionals considering a move into IT leadership roles from various backgrounds, ready to apply their diverse expertise to drive technological innovation and team success.
• Innovation and Efficiency Champions: Practitioners dedicated to advancing organizational processes and boosting efficiencies through strategic IT leadership and technology integration.
• Strategic Executives and Managers: Mid-level managers, senior executives, and directors aiming to strengthen their leadership capabilities, equipping themselves to lead IT initiatives and drive strategic growth effectively.

Employers say leadership skills are in high demand, particularly in IT, with 70% of organisations surveyed saying they were struggling to find qualified leaders.

This Level 4 practitioner award encourages individuals in or working towards a leadership role, (this could be an IT or technical-based role), to learn how to demonstrate modern leadership behaviours to nurture a high-performing team, especially during a time of organisational change.

By completing this course you will be able to demonstrate a practical understanding of:

• How to identify and assess leadership skills in themselves and others.
• How to coach and lead teams through change, conflict and digital transformation.
• The skills and behaviours required to contribute to driving change and improvement.

• No management experience or qualifications are needed (but experience can help)
• An internet connection with a mobile/tablet or laptop is required to access the course
• Access to a laptop with camera is required for the exam, and a pair of headphones is recommended for the exam.

67% of employers say they have had to hire new employees because of poor communication skills.

Communication skills are required in nearly every business role, namely:
• Sales and Account Management
• Customer Service
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• Engineering & Manufacturing

• Finance

• Marketing

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• Advertising

• Retail

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