Advanced Digital Transformation (Part 3) from Coursera

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Week 1: Existential Purpose of Digital Transformation

In this Module, you will learn about the Existential Purpose of Digital Transformation. Specifically, the week will outline the relationship between digital transformation and existence. The existential purpose underlines the interplay between three elements: Life, Organization, and Digital Technologies. Using reductionism and re-constructivism, this module explains the neuroscientific basis for human existence. Specifically, the module underlines the idea of cognitive schema that pursues emotional goals. This explains the foundations for the instrumental purpose of digital transformation. Further, the notion of learning - and exploration and exploitation - is used to explain the foundations of the operational purpose of digital transformation.

Week 2: Computational Freedom

In this module, you will learn about conceptualizing humans or life. There are many conceptualizations that drive world models in economics, artificial intelligence, politics, and so on. This week, I underline the need to conceptualize life as a Neuroscientific being. This conceptualization helps us understand what motivates us to adopt and develop Digital Technologies. I identify the pursuit of reward as an essential drive and reason why Bounded Rationality in humans limits our ability to realize this reward. Finally, we will learn about the notion of Externalized Computations as the core to understanding the Existential Purpose in Organizations. This is primarily because it drives Computational Freedom - the core drive that guides humans to adopt and develop new technologies.

Week 3: Entropy and Artificially Intelligent (AI) Ecosystems

Topics in this module explain the role of organization in enhancing our Computational Freedoms. Previously, bounded rationality is examined as capturing the cognitive constraints of human minds, underlining that digital technologies propel an organization of people that are computationally more free to think and act. Specifically, it helps the organization's purpose - countering disorder. Furthermore, a comparison is drawn between the Biological and Artificial Intelligence. This forms the basis for identifying organizations' existential purpose, as the creation of AI ecosystems. The module gives examples to explain how these ecosystems help enhance computational freedom through new-age digital organizations

Week 4: Purposes behind Digital Transformation

In this module, you will learn about the managerial ways to enact a Digital Transformation. Specifically, you will get to think about related concepts that are essential for enacting the three specific purposes. I will discuss the scope of digital transformation, as well as ways to creatively destruct and conceptualize imaginative transformations. Also, you will learn about the disjoint and cohesive purposes of digital transformation. In the end, you will be familiarized with the strategies for mastering the enactment of the instrumental, operational, and existential purposes of digital transformation.

Peer Review Assignment

This Peer-Review Assignment aims to help you reflect upon the core concepts covered in the Advanced Digital Transformation (Part 3) course

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Examines the existential and organizational purpose of digital transformation, offering a unique perspective

Covers key concepts such as computational freedom and artificial intelligence ecosystems, providing a deep understanding of digital transformation

Provides strategies for enacting different purposes of digital transformation, addressing both practical and theoretical aspects

Led by Pankaj Setia, known for expertise in digital transformation, ensuring quality instruction

May require prior knowledge in related fields, such as organizational management or technology

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Advanced Digital Transformation (Part 3) with these activities:

Find an experienced professional in the field of digital transformation to mentor you

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Accelerates your learning by connecting you with an expert who can provide guidance and support.

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Identify potential mentors through your professional network or industry events.
Reach out to your potential mentors and express your interest in being mentored.
Set up regular meetings with your mentor to discuss your career goals and seek their advice.

Refresh your data analysis skills before the course

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Ensures you have the necessary data analysis skills to engage effectively with the course content.

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Review your notes or take a refresher course on data analysis.
Practice analyzing real-world datasets using statistical software.
Complete online tutorials or exercises to reinforce your skills.

Participate in a peer-led discussion on the existential purpose of digital transformation

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Fosters critical thinking and collaboration by engaging with peers to explore different perspectives on digital transformation.

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Join a peer-led discussion group.
Prepare for the discussion by reading the assigned materials.
Actively participate in the discussion and share your insights.
Reflect on the discussion and summarize your key takeaways.

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Read 'The Fourth Industrial Revolution' by Klaus Schwab

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Provides a comprehensive overview of the digital transformation landscape, its implications, and future trends.

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Read the introduction and first chapter to gain an understanding of the scope and significance of digital transformation.
Read the chapters on 'The Internet of Things' and 'Artificial Intelligence' to understand the role of emerging technologies in shaping organizations.
Summarize the key takeaways and implications for your own organization.

Code a simple Python program demonstrating computational freedom

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Allows you to apply the concept of computational freedom by coding a program that performs a specific task.

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Identify a simple task that requires multiple steps to complete.
Break down the task into smaller subtasks.
Code a Python program that performs each subtask.
Test the program and debug any errors.

Write a blog post on the challenges and opportunities of digital transformation

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Provides an opportunity to synthesize your understanding of digital transformation and share your insights with others.

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Research the topic and gather relevant information.
Outline the key points you want to cover.
Write the first draft of the blog post.
Edit and proofread the blog post.
Publish the blog post and promote it on social media.

Mentor a beginner in the field of digital transformation

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Deepens your understanding by sharing your knowledge and guiding others through the learning process.

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Find a beginner who is interested in learning about digital transformation.
Create a plan for your mentoring sessions.
Meet with your mentee regularly and guide them through the concepts and applications of digital transformation.
Provide feedback and support to help your mentee grow and develop their skills.

Career center

Learners who complete Advanced Digital Transformation (Part 3) will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Digital Transformation Manager

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Data Scientist

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Technology Architect

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IT Manager

IT Managers are responsible for planning, implementing, and managing the IT infrastructure and services within organizations. This course would be particularly helpful for IT Managers who want to learn more about how digital transformation is impacting IT infrastructure and services and how to manage IT in a digital transformation environment.

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Software Developer

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Systems Analyst

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User Experience Designer

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Enterprise Architect

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Web Developer

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Product Manager

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Business Analyst

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Management Consultant

Management Consultants help organizations to improve their performance and achieve their goals by using a variety of techniques, including data analysis, process improvement, and technology implementation. This course would be especially helpful for Management Consultants who want to learn more about how digital transformation is impacting organizations and how to help clients achieve their digital transformation goals.

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Project Manager

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Data Analyst

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Database Administrator

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