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Exam Information
Official specifications published by The Open Group
Exam Format
90 min
8
60%
Practitioner
Registration
$495 USD
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
English, French, Simplified Chinese
Validity
Certification does not expire (lifetime validity)
No recertification required - lifetime certification; Optional: Pursue additional TOGAF certifications (Business Architecture, IT4IT); Optional: Bridge to future TOGAF versions when released
OGEA-102 Exam Topics and Domains
OGEA-102 is organized into 7 weighted domains. Expect to work with Architecture Vision, Transition Architecture, Architecture Contract, Architecture Governance, and more.
1
The Context for Enterprise Architecture
12%
Understanding Enterprise Architecture Context
Business Environment AnalysisArchitecture Principles Application
- Apply the understanding of the context within which an Enterprise Architecture practitioner must operate
- Demonstrate ability to assess business environment and strategic context
- Show competency in applying architecture principles to real-world scenarios
2
Stakeholder Management
13%
Stakeholder Identification and Analysis
Stakeholder MappingManaging Stakeholder Expectations
- Demonstrate ability to identify and categorize stakeholders
- Apply stakeholder management techniques to architecture projects
- Develop effective communication strategies for different stakeholder groups
- Manage stakeholder concerns and expectations throughout the ADM
3
Phase A: Architecture Vision - The Starting Point
15%
Establishing Architecture Vision
Defining Project Scope and ConstraintsBusiness Scenarios DevelopmentObtaining Architecture Approval
- Apply Phase A techniques to establish architecture vision
- Develop business scenarios to identify and validate business requirements
- Create effective architecture vision statements and documents
- Secure approval for architecture work through governance processes
4
Architecture Development (Phases B, C, D)
30%
Business Architecture (Phase B)
Business Architecture DevelopmentGap Analysis and Roadmap
- Apply Phase B techniques to develop business architecture
- Conduct gap analysis between baseline and target architectures
- Create business architecture models aligned with business strategy
- Develop transition architectures and implementation roadmaps
Information Systems Architectures (Phase C)
Data ArchitectureApplication Architecture
- Apply Phase C techniques to develop data and application architectures
- Create data and application architecture models
- Ensure alignment between data and application architectures
- Address integration and interoperability requirements
Technology Architecture (Phase D)
Technology Platform DesignCloud and Hybrid Architecture
- Apply Phase D techniques to develop technology architecture
- Design technology platforms aligned with business and application requirements
- Evaluate and select appropriate technology standards and products
- Address cloud and hybrid architecture requirements
5
Migration Planning (Phases E & F)
15%
Opportunities and Solutions (Phase E)
Implementation PlanningBenefits Realization and Value Management
- Apply Phase E techniques to identify implementation opportunities
- Develop work packages and implementation strategies
- Assess business value and ROI of architecture initiatives
- Create benefits realization plans
Migration Planning (Phase F)
Detailed Migration PlanningTransition Architecture Management
- Apply Phase F techniques to create detailed migration plans
- Manage architecture implementation dependencies and sequencing
- Develop transition architectures for incremental implementation
- Address risk management in architecture migration
6
Implementation Governance (Phase G) and Architecture Change Management (Phase H)
10%
Implementation Governance
Architecture Governance During Implementation
- Apply Phase G techniques to govern architecture implementation
- Conduct architecture compliance reviews
- Manage architecture contracts and dispensations
Architecture Change Management
Managing Architecture Change
- Apply Phase H techniques to manage architecture change
- Establish architecture change management processes
- Monitor technology and business environment for architecture impacts
7
ADM Techniques and Guidelines
5%
ADM Iteration and Partitioning
Iteration ApproachesArchitecture Partitioning
- Apply ADM iteration techniques for incremental architecture development
- Use ADM in agile and continuous delivery environments
- Apply architecture partitioning strategies appropriately
- Manage federated architecture approaches
How do I earn this certification?
Passing OGEA-102 earns the TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Practitioner certification. It sits in the TOGAF Enterprise Architecture track.
Current Level Exams
Next Level Options
- OGBA-101 - TOGAF Business Architecture Foundation ExamSpecialization in business architecture using TOGAF framework
- Various - IT4IT Foundation and Practitioner Complementary framework for managing IT as a business
- Various - ArchiMate 3 Foundation and Practitioner Visual modeling language that complements TOGAF
- O-AA - Open Agile Architecture Agile approach to enterprise architecture
Alternative Paths
- OGEA-10B - TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Bridge ExamFor professionals certified in TOGAF 9 to upgrade to TOGAF 10 Enterprise Architecture Practitioner
- OGBA-101 - TOGAF Business Architecture FoundationSpecialization for business architects using TOGAF principles
- AWS Solutions Architect Complementary cloud platform architecture skills
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Complementary cloud platform architecture skills
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Use the official PlanetCert Practice Test alongside the study plan below to prepare efficiently for OGEA-102.
What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2022-04-01
- Announcement date: 2022-04-01
Updates
- TOGAF Standard 10th Edition 10.0 Current exam version - no changes planned • Release date: 2022-04-01
- ArchiMate 3.2 Complementary modeling language, not directly tested but useful for TOGAF practitioners • Release date: 2023
- IT4IT Reference Architecture 3.0 Complementary framework for IT value chain, not tested but recommended for comprehensive EA practice • Release date: 2023
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Enterprise Architects and Solution Architects.
TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Foundation (OGEA-101) OR pass OGEA-101 on same day at same test center
- Completion of accredited TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Practitioner training course
- Practical experience applying TOGAF ADM in enterprise architecture projects
- Familiarity with business architecture, data architecture, application architecture, and technology architecture concepts