Modern Data Architecture for Managers (DMBI-028) Training Course

Modern Data Architecture for Managers

Data architecture has evolved rapidly from traditional warehouses to data lakes, lakehouses, streaming platforms and data mesh. Managers need to understand these options…

5 daysClassroom or online

13Upcoming dates

6Cities

£2,840Fees from

Course overview

Why Attend

Data architecture has evolved rapidly from traditional warehouses to data lakes, lakehouses, streaming platforms and data mesh. Managers need to understand these options to make sound investment decisions.

This LLMI course explains modern data architecture concepts in business language: storage and processing options, cloud data platforms, real-time data, data mesh and data products, governance, security and cost. Participants evaluate architecture options for a case organisation.

Course Objectives

Explain modern data architecture concepts

Compare warehouses, lakes and lakehouses

Understand streaming and real-time data

Understand data mesh and data products

Consider governance, security and cost

Evaluate architecture options for business needs

Target Audience

IT and data managers

Business leaders sponsoring data initiatives

Enterprise architects

Project managers

Data governance professionals

Consultants

Course Methodology

Concept sessions

Case studies

Option evaluation workshop

Group discussions

Planning

Course outline

1Day 1: Data Architecture Evolution

Why architecture matters
Traditional warehouses
Data lakes
Lakehouses
Exercise: Current state review

2Day 2: Cloud Data Platforms

Cloud services
Storage and compute
Integration
Analytics and AI
Vendor landscape
Workshop: Platform comparison

3Day 3: Real-Time and Data Mesh

Streaming
Event-driven architecture
Data mesh principles
Data products
Case study: Data mesh adoption

4Day 4: Governance, Security and Cost

Governance in modern architectures
Security
Cost management
Skills
Exercise: Cost model

5Day 5: Choosing the Right Architecture

Requirements
Evaluation criteria
Roadmaps
Change management
Capstone: Architecture recommendation

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Modern Data Architecture for Managers course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next Modern Data Architecture for Managers course?

The next public date is 21 - 25 Dec 2026 in Rome. There are 13 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in Rome, Istanbul, Cape Town, Barcelona, Paris, Frankfurt.

Can I take Modern Data Architecture for Managers online?

Yes. Every date can also be joined live online in a virtual classroom with the trainer, for £1,280 per participant. Choose "Live online" in the dates table when you register.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,840 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Course information last updated 14 November 2026.

Modern Data Architecture for Managers

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