The Certified Digital Transformation Officer training course enables participants to learn how to successfully integrate computer-based technologies into organizations’ processes; thus, transforming how those organizations operate and provide products and services.
Why You Should Attend
Although digital transformation enables organizations to improve customer experience, enhance business performance, and increase their efficiency, its implementation is not that facile as it requires, among others, competent individuals, the necessary resources, including complex software and technology, changes in organizational structure, and the implementation of change management and digital transformation strategies. To address and manage these aspects effectively, organizations need a Certified Digital Transformation Officer (CDTO). The PECB Certified Digital Transformation Officer training course provides insightful information that will help participants to gain comprehensive knowledge on digital transformation and the steps required to digitally transform a business model, including a thorough explanation and discussion on digital transformation methodologies and approaches. In addition, participants will acquire knowledge on some of the most widely used technologies, such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, IoT, blockchain, cloud computing, and big data. Upon the successful completion of the training course and exam, participants can apply for the “PECB Certified Digital Transformation Officer” credential.
Who Should Attend?
This training course is intended for managers and leaders seeking to thrive in the digital economy; individuals responsible for transforming the organization’s operations through digital technologies; IT professionals or consultants seeking to enhance their knowledge on digital design and strategy to support the organization’s digital transformation initiatives; and C-suite executives in digital, information, marketing, and IT roles seeking to understand how digital technologies can be used to transform business processes.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing the training course, participants will be able to explain the fundamental concepts of digital transformation and digital transformation technologies, including artificial intelligence, cloud computing, big data, machine learning, IoT, and blockchain; adopt the approaches and methodologies used for the implementation of digital transformation strategies in an organization; support an organization in effectively designing, implementing, monitoring, and improving a digital transformation strategy; monitor and measure the outcomes of the digital transformation strategy; and explain and apply the approaches and techniques used to establish a digital culture and communicate the digital transformation strategy.
Educational Approach
The training course provides both theoretical concepts and practical examples regarding digital transformation that will help participants to understand the implementation of digital transformation strategies and technologies. The training course contains essay-type exercises and multiple-choice quizzes, some of which are scenario-based. The participants are encouraged to interact with one another and engage in meaningful discussions when completing the quizzes and exercises. The structure of quizzes is similar to that of the certification exam.
Prerequisites
The main requirements for participating in this training course are having a fundamental understanding of information technology concepts and general knowledge of digital transformation.
Building Digital Trust through Digital Transformation
The Certified Digital Transformation Officer training course plays a crucial role in fostering digital trust by equipping participants with the expertise to implement secure and efficient digital strategies. Through knowledge of advanced technologies, the training course emphasizes the importance of integrating these solutions in a way that ensures data integrity, privacy, and security. This, in turn, builds confidence among stakeholders, customers, and partners, ensuring that digital transformation initiatives align with the principles of digital trust.
Live classes for this course are led by Islam Elzayat, a PECB Certified Trainer with more than 17 years of experience in IT governance, cybersecurity GRC, IT audit and IT service management, including more than 500 third-party audit days. Full profile and verified badges.
Live classes are held online. Class hours are arranged with the participants to suit their time zones. The self-study and hybrid options start as soon as your course is assigned.
The course covers five days of content, with the certification exam on the fifth day, and carries 31 CPD credits. In the self-study format you cover the same material at your own pace.
Yes. The course fee includes the PECB certification and examination fees. If you do not pass, one complimentary retake is available within 12 months of your first attempt.
The main requirements for participating in this training course are having a fundamental understanding of information technology concepts and general knowledge of digital transformation.
It is available as self-study (English, French), hybrid learning (English) and live online class (English). Choose the format and language before adding the course to your cart.
Hybrid learning combines the self-paced course with one day of one-to-one live coaching with the instructor. The day can be split into a half day before you start studying and a half day before your exam, so you go in prepared.
The next live classes start on Thursday, 13 May 2027, 9:00 am and on Thursday, 9 December 2027, 9:00 am. They are held online and led by Islam Elzayat. Class hours are arranged with the participants to suit their time zones. Select “Live Event” and your date before adding the course to your cart.
PECB issues the certificate. After passing the exam you can apply for the “PECB Certified Digital Transformation Officer” credential. Horus Academy is a PECB Authorized Silver Partner and does not issue the certificate itself.
The “PECB Certified Digital Transformation Officer” exam meets all the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP). It covers the following competency domains:
Domain 1: Fundamental concepts of digital transformation
Domain 2: Digital transformation technologies and methodologies
Domain 3: Planning the digital transformation strategy
Domain 4: Establishing and implementing the digital transformation strategy
Domain 5: Monitoring the digital transformation strategy
After successfully completing the exam, you can apply for one of the credentials shown on the table below. You will receive a certificate once you fulfill all the requirements of the selected credential.
| Credential | Exam | Professional experience | DTMS project experience | Other requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PECB Certified Provisional Digital Transformation Officer | PECB Certified Digital Transformation Officer exam | None | None | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified Digital Transformation Officer | PECB Certified Digital Transformation Officer exam | Five years: Two years of work experience in digital transformation | Project activities: a total of 300 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
The digital transformation activities should follow best implementation practices and include the following:
Course agenda
Day 1: Introduction to digital transformation
Day 2: Digital transformation technologies, approaches, and methodologies and planning of the digital transformation strategy
Day 3: Management of digital transformation risks and implementation of the digital transformation strategy
Day 4: Communication and monitoring of the digital transformation strategy
Day 5: Certification exam
