EXIN Cloud Computing Foundation

Summary

The exam focuses to a limited extent upon Cloud technology. The main focus of the programme is the procurement, implementation and management of Cloud Computing, hence the slogan ‘Get into the Cloud – and stay in control’.

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Target group

The exam is suitable for IT managers, business managers, IT professionals and procurement specialists, who want to qualify for a role within the rapidly growing field of Cloud Computing. For organizations and trainers, EXIN Cloud Computing serves as independent certification of their own course or training.

 

Context

Cloud Computing ties in well with other EXIN examination programmes, such as IT Service Management and Information Security.

 

EXIN Cloud Computing Foundation was created in close collaboration with industry and trade organizations. The following EXIN experts have participated in the creation of Cloud Computing EXIN Foundation:

	Maurice van der Woude Senior organisation advisor Cloud PERSONAL CONSULT	NETHERLANDS
	André Koot Corporate Information Manager at Univé-VGZ-IZA-Trias Cloud VGZ	NETHERLANDS
	Robert Grandia Attorney at Law Cloud (IT Contracting & Intellectual Property Rights) MyLegalCounsel	NETHERLANDS
	Ruud Ramakers Director at Centre4Cloud Cloud Centre4Cloud	NEDERLAND

 

Prior knowledge

Candidates will need to have a comprehensive overview of:

• the basic concepts and fundamentals of Cloud Computing;
• its deployment, implementation and management;
• the relationship of Cloud with other areas of information management

 

Exam Requirements

Candidates are tested on five categories:

• the principles of Cloud Computing;
• using the Cloud;
• security and identity management;
• implementation and management;
• and evaluation.

 

Exam Details

• Level: Foundation
• Language: English
• Number of questions: 40
• Pass mark: 65% (26 out of 40)
• Open book/notes: no
• Electronic equipment/aides permitted: no
• Recommended number of hours' study: 60 hours