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The IT Value Manager certification program (itvZERT)
We have developed the IT Value Manager concept for a holistic and sustainable integration of the value contribution into the customer organization. The certification programme of the IT Value Management Institute (IT-VMI) aims to ensure a standardized procedure for determining the value contribution and to guarantee the role-related qualification of employees as IT Value Managers.
Advantages of certification
By participating, you will promote a common understanding within your company, which is invaluable, especially in times of unclear definitions. This program offers you the ideal support for the transformation of your company.
Certification enables a project employee to prove that an independent body has tested and confirmed their competence for specific tasks.
The five-level system
The basis for the certification of persons by itvZERT is the five-level certification system for the qualification and certification of IT value management personnel. There is a separate qualification for purchasing.
The five levels define areas of application and functional areas in IT value management practice. IT value management knowledge/skills are tested and assessed at all levels as part of the certification process.
The levels for certification
The individual levels cover the following seminar content:
Level A: IT Value Manager Basis
Basic Level A lays the foundations for becoming an IT Value Manager. Here you will find an overview of all relevant topics. This is grouped according to three target groups: Controller 1, Controller 2 and Management.
To achieve the Certified IT Value Manager Basic Level A grade, the seminars G1, G2 and one of the electives WF1 to WF3 must be attended.
You have the choice of which of the three alternative electives WF1 (seminars G3 and G4), WF2 (seminar G5) or WF3 (seminar G6) you choose.
Level B: IT Value Manager Projects
At Level B, the focus is on the implementation of projects. Achievement of Level A is a prerequisite for attaining the Certified IT Value Manager Projects grade.
In contrast to Level A, there is no further focus on the target group here. As part of the certification process, the contents of both seminars form the basis of the examination.
| SeminarID | Seminar title |
| PRO1 | IT project key figures – simple and intuitive! |
| PRO2 | IT project audit – status quo and solutions |
Level C: IT Value Manager Products
At level C, the focus is on product management. Achievement of Level B is a prerequisite for attaining the Certified IT Value Manager Products grade. As part of the certification process, the contents of both seminars form the basis of the examination.
| SeminarID | Seminar title |
| PRD1 | Key figure control in maintenance and operation |
| PRD2 | IT product costs – identify, evaluate, compare |
Level D: IT Value Manager Portfolio
Level D focuses on the management of project portfolios. To achieve the Certified IT Value Manager Portfolio grade, Level C is required. As part of the certification process, the contents of both seminars form the basis of the examination.
| SeminarID | Seminar title |
| PFM1 | IT project portfolio: identify, prioritize, manage |
| PFM2 | IT product portfolio: evaluate, replace, further develop |
Level E: IT Value Manager Processes
At Level E, the focus is on process control. Achievement of Level D is a prerequisite for attaining the Certified IT Value Manager Processes grade. As part of the certification process, the contents of both seminars form the basis of the examination.
| SeminarID | Seminar title |
| PRZ1 | IT processes – identify potentials, realize cost optimization |
| PRZ2 | IT Value: From business to IT processes |
Special module: Purchasing
A separate certificate is issued for the ITVM-EK purchasing module. Achievement of Level A is a prerequisite for attaining the Certified IT Value Manager Purchasing grade. The contents of both seminars form the basis of the examination for certification.
| SeminarID | Seminar title |
| EK1 | Make or buy – in-house development vs. standard software |
| EK2 | Create, compare and optimize offers |
The selection of seminars should be coordinated with the role you are aiming for.
Please note:
Final examination
To obtain the certificate, a written examination must be taken in addition to proof of participation in the seminars.
If you have any questions or would like to know more about our IT Value Manager certification program, please contact us.
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