DNV - _Masterclass Effective Interaction for IT architects

In this (3 x 2 days) masterclass personal reflection, intensive exercises and interactions are combined with supporting dialogues and theoretical reflection. The personal work environment is the context for the individual learning experience. At the same time we build on common views on the position of the architect. During the workshop the participants work on their individual improvements in areas such as: determining your identity as an architect, facilitation of creative design processes, and approaches to have influence on architectural processes.

Programme
This masterclass includes three workshops that cover the main topics: identity of the architect, facilitating creativity, and controlling through influencing. Intentionally there are no presentations or lectures. The learning goals of the Masterclass are only supported by individual and group interactions.

Work field, position and identity of the IT-architect(workshop 1)
Personal work field and the relationships and interactions within which the ICT-architect operates
As ICT-architect, which roles would you like to fulfill, how well can you perform, and where are potential opportunities for improvement?
Motivation of the ICT-architect; what gives you energy and what are your goals and aspirations?

Facilitating creativity (workshop 2)
Expression of images, opinions and expectations of stakeholders
Coaching and facilitating groups to find innovative solutions
Coaching and mentoring of developers and their contribution within the context of architecture.

Guiding through influencing (workshop 3)
Various influencing roles and their effect in the phases of the realization process
Mobilization of resources, building a network and increasing your own visibility
Building trust, creative confrontation, and stimulating cooperation

Learning goals

To understand the different roles an architect has in a project, investigate how well you fulfill these roles, and how this may be improved
To investigate what motivates the architect and what positions may be available as an architect
To understand how to assist stakeholders in making their expectations explicit
To be able to assist groups in finding creative solutions to architectural issues
To be able to coach developers in their work in the context of architecture
To be able to fulfill different roles of influence and to understand their appropriateness in different stages of the architectural process

Coaching during the Masterclass
The workshops give impulses to the activities and experiences of the participants in the working practice. Individual coaching helps to deepen those experiences and to integrate them in the personal development plan.

Target Audience
The Masterclass is meant for IT-architects with several years of experience.

Prerequisites
No specific prerequisites other than having several years experience as an architect.

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