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MASSACHUSETTS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGYSLOAN SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENTINTERNETOF THINGS:BUSINESS IMPLICATIONSAND OPPORTUNITIESONLINE SHORT COURSEExplore the opportunities for your business with IoT, from demystifying and defningIoT to creating a roadmap for its real-world applicationCertifcate Track: Management and Leadership

ABOUTTHIS COURSEThis 6-week online executive program will look at the feld of IoT, which is commonly understood to entail theinter-networking of devices in the physical world by ftting them with sensors and network-connected devices.While most courses today treat IoT as a technological topic, this course takes a different approach. IoT is not atechnology, it’s a leadership opportunity; a mechanism to transform businesses.The program, therefore, aims to help people envision and lead IoT-based transformations, not just understandthe technical elements. The goal is to demystify IoT jargon so that managers can start to achieve the strategicadvantage IoT makes possible.WHAT THE PROGRAM COVERSThis MIT Sloan Executive Education InternetUS 2800of Things program will provide participants withan introduction to the necessary technologies, skillcomponents, and enablers and constraints for using6 weeks,IoT in a business. It provides many examples whereexcluding orientationIoT is already transforming customer experience,operations and business models.6–8 hours/week of self-pacedIt also explains the four key elements of leadershiplearning, entirely online*capability that make transformation possible throughIoT. Real-world case studies, senior executiveinterviews, self-assessments, and practical assignmentswill guide participants as they construct a personalroadmap to gain strategic advantage from IoT.*The recommended weekly time commitment for core contentis 4-5 hours, taking into account the busy lifestyles of workingprofessionals, with an additional 2-3 hours recommended for noncompulsory weekly extension activities, should you have the time.Having been active in the connected car space for over 10 years,this program helped me gain a better understanding of new marketopportunities while focusing on internal and external business processes.A truly enriching experience with great interaction and insight frombusiness professionals across the world.– SHREYAS PATELMANAGING DIRECTOR, CYBER TRACE LTD.PAST PARTICIPANTMIT SLOAN INTERNET OF THINGS ONLINE SHORT COURSE

THIS PROGRAMIS FOR YOU IF:You want to plan for theYou realize IoT is a businessYou want to ensure yourtransformation IoT will bringopportunity and a strategicbusiness stays relevant byby leading a competitiveconcern that needs to beexploring the opportunities forbusiness strategy within yourprioritized by leaders,potential application of IoT,organization, capitalizing onand that it is not exclusivebacking your abilities with anthe skills necessary for changeto IT expertsMIT Sloan Executive Educationcertificate of completion****Certifcates of completion are issued in your legal name upon successfully completing a program according to the program completion criteriaoutlined during the course. No certifcate will be issued to you if you do not meet the stipulated requirements for the award of a certifcate.WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE?IoT is a growing feld that is likely to have a signifcant impact on business operations and effciency in thenext few years. If your company would beneft from an increased ability to coordinate and control aspectsof productivity, this IoT program is for you. Whether you’re a middle manager, senior manager, entrepreneurwith an existing company, or a new business owner, this program will help you identify how IoT will affect yourorganization, as well as better understand how to capitalize on the opportunities IoT provides.If you’re involved in the feld of operations, this program will help you have a direct impact on productionstrategy using IoT. This program is also aimed at those in more technical roles who would like to take on aleadership or managerial role in implementing a unique and effective business strategy for their organization.The program’s teachings are transferable across a multitude of industries, helping you have a greater infuencein your organization.At MIT Sloan Executive Education, we are focused on bridging the energy,engagement and idea fow of physical in-person teaching and learninginto online experiences. We aim to positively modify individual andcollective behaviours that participants will take back to their teams andpropagate throughout their organizations.– PAUL MCDONAGH-SMITH, DIGITAL CAPABILITY LEADER, MIT SLOAN EXECUTIVE EDUCATIONMIT SLOAN INTERNET OF THINGS ONLINE SHORT COURSE

WHAT YOUWILL LEARNThis executive program integrates rich, interactive media suchas videos, infographics, and e-learning activities as well as traditionaldidactic components such as written study guides (course notes).There are opportunities for collaborative learning through discussionforums to provide participants with a complete overview of the feldof IoT in business contexts, including emerging and innovative topics.The following modules contribute to the holistic approach yourlearning path takes:ORIENTATIONMODULE MODULEWELCOME TO YOUR ONLINE CAMPUSONE WEEKYou’ll be welcomed with a personal call and get introduced to youronline teaching and technical support network. Begin connectingwith fellow students while exploring the navigation and tools of yourOnline Campus. Be alerted to key milestones in the learning path,and review how your results will be calculated and distributed.You’ll be required to complete your student profle, confrm yourcertifcate delivery address, and submit a digital copy of yourpassport/identity document.MODULE 1DEMYSTIFYING THE INTERNET OF THINGSDemonstrate the role of leadership and technological capabilitiesin implementing IoT for strategic advantage in business.MODULE 2LEADING IOT: LEVELS OF MASTERYEvaluate the mastery of leadership capabilities in an organization.MODULE 3LEADERSHIP CAPABILITIESAssess the mastery of digital capabilities in an organization.MIT SLOAN INTERNET OF THINGS ONLINE SHORT COURSEWHAT IS MIT SLOAN?Find out more aboutTHE MIT SLOANSCHOOL OFMANAGEMENT

MODULE 4AN OVERVIEW OF KEY IOT TECHNOLOGIESArticulate how key IoT technologies can improve organizationalproductivity and add value.MODULE 5ALIGNING IOT AND STRATEGYRecommend strategies for developing the necessary skillsand foundational capabilities to support the implementationof IoT technologies within an organization.MODULE 6CREATING AN IOT ROADMAP FOR THE FUTURECreate a roadmap for the implementation of IoTin a business context.George Westerman is a phenomenal teacher,and I mean teacher in the very sense of theword. It’s not easy to teach executives.muchless get their attention. His ability to tie realworld feedback into a methodology wasimpressive and made the content jump to life.– DIRECTOR, SUPPLY CHAIN TRANSFORMATION, HEWLETTPACKARD CORPORATIONMIT SLOAN INTERNET OF THINGS ONLINE SHORT COURSEWHY MIT SLOANEXECUTIVE EDUCATION?Learn more aboutTHE MIT SLOANADVANTAGE

WHO YOU’LL LEARN FROMYOUR FACULTY DIRECTORThis subject matter expert from MIT Sloan School of Management guides the program design and appearsin a number of program videos, along with a variety of industry professionals.GEORGE WESTERMANtechnology. He is the author of numerous articles and threeDr. George Westerman is a Principalaward-winning books including Leading Digital: TurningResearch Scientist with the MIT SloanTechnology Into Business Transformation. In addition toInitiative on the Digital Economy. Anresearch and teaching, George serves as a member of theaward-winning author and speakerBoard of Directors of the Technology Business Managementwho is widely considered a pioneerCouncil and Co-Chairman of the MIT Sloan CIO Leadershipof research into Digital Transformation, George helpsAwards.senior executives drive new competitive advantage throughFACULTY MEMBERSSANJAY SARMAhis Masters from Carnegie Mellon University and his PhD fromSanjay Sarma is the Fred Fort Flowersthe University of California at Berkeley.(1941) and Daniel Fort Flowers (1941)Professor of Mechanical EngineeringSarma also worked at Schlumberger Oilfeld Services inat MIT. He is the frst Dean of DigitalAberdeen, UK, and at the Lawrence Berkeley LaboratoriesLearning at MIT. He co-founded thein Berkeley, California. He has authored over 75 academicAuto-ID Center at MIT and developed many of the keypapers in computational geometry, sensing, RFID, automationtechnologies behind the EPC suite of RFID standards now usedand CAD, and is the recipient of numerous awards forworldwide. He was also the founder and CTO of OATSystems,teaching and research including the MacVicar Fellowship,which was acquired by Checkpoint Systems (NYSE: CKP) inthe Business Week eBiz Award and InformationWeek’s2008. He serves on the boards of GS1, EPCglobal and severalInnovators and Infuencers Award. He advises several nationalstartup companies including Senaya and ESSESS. Dr Sarmagovernments and global companies.received his Bachelors from the Indian Institute of Technology,YOURSUCCESSTEAMGetSmarter, with whom MIT Sloan Executive Educationare collaborating to deliver this online program,provide a personalized approach to online educationwhich ensures you’re supported throughout yourlearning journeyMIT SLOAN INTERNET OF THINGS ONLINE SHORT COURSEHEAD LEARNING FACILITATORA subject expert who’ll guide youthrough content-related challengesSUCCESS MANAGERYour one-on-one support available duringUniversity hours (9am - 5pm EST) to resolvetechnical and administrative challengesGLOBAL SUCCESS TEAMAvailable 24/7 to solve your tech-relatedand administrative queries and concerns