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ITIL v3 Operational Support & Analysis (EXIN Accredited)

Duration:
4 Days

Overview:
The course builds on the general principles covered as part of the ITIL® Foundation course.  This enables the organization to introduce Event Management, Incident Management, Request Fulfillment, Problem Management and Access Management processes, the Service Desk, Technical Management, IT Operations Management, and Application Management functions as integral parts of its overall business-focused Services Framework.

Professional Qualifications:

The course forms part of the ITIL Intermediate qualification program.  Comprehensive course documentation is provided.

The examination will consist of a complex, multiple choice, closed-book paper to be completed within 90 minutes.  The pass mark will be 70% or more.  Successful candidates will be awarded 4 credits towards the ITIL Expert qualification.

Structure:

It is recommended that students should complete at least 21 hours of personal study by reviewing the syllabus and relevant books in preparation for the examination.  The course is assignment based, with a strong emphasis on practical coursework, working as individuals and in teams.

Objectives:

The purpose of Operational Support & Analysis is to obtain knowledge on ITIL terminology, process structure, roles, functions, and activities that will enable role focused capability and competency in support of the Service Lifecycle approach as described in ITIL.  The course provides delegates with practical guidance on the design and implementation of an integrated end-to-end processes based on proven industry best practice guidelines.

The course prepares delegates for the ITIL Capability examination in Operational Support & Analysis.

Audience:

The course is suitable for individuals who require a deep understanding of Operational Support & Analysis processes and how they may be used to enhance the quality of IT service provision within an organization.  It offers a natural career development path for practitioner staff that already hold the ISEB/EXIN ITIL Foundation Certificate.  Before taking the course, it is recommended, though not required, that candidates have exposure to basic concepts in IT and related work experience of at least two years.

Prerequisites:

ITIL v3 Foundation Certificate or v2-to-v3 bridge equivalent is required.

Outline:

Topics

  • Service Management as a Practice and Service Operation Principals.
  • Processes across the Service Lifecycle pertaining to the capability of Operational Support and Analysis.
  • Event Management, which defines any detectable or discernible occurrence that has significance for the management of the IT Infrastructure or the delivery of an IT service.
  • Incident Management, which has the capability to bring services back to normal operations as soon as possible, according to agreed service levels.
  • Request Fulfillment, which fulfils a request providing quick and effective access to standard services that business staff can use to improve their productivity or the quality of business services and products.
  • Problem Management, which prevents problems and resulting incidents from happening, to eliminate recurring incidents and to minimize the impact of incidents that cannot be prevented.
  • Access Management, which grants authorized users the right to use a service, while preventing access to non-authorized users.
  • Operational activities of processes covered in other lifecycle phases such as Change Management, Configuration Management, Release and Deployment Management, Capacity Management, Availability Management, Knowledge Management.
  • Financial Management for IT services, and IT Service Continuity Management.
  • Common Service Operation activities related to Service Operation and Support.
  • Organizing for Service Operation which describe functions to be performed within the Service Operation and Support such as Service Desk, Technical Management, IT Operations Management, Application Management.
  • Service Operations and Support Service Operation roles and responsibilities.
  • Technology and Implementation Considerations.
  • Challenges, Critical Success Factors and risks.

*Content, days, and times vary depending on your location. Please view the outline prior to purchase or contact the local center for more information.