Global Learning for Operational Leaders
Classroom
16 sessions
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Introduction
Course overview
Digital platforms and new business models are reshaping industries, from marketplaces and subscriptions to ecosystems and data-driven services. Leaders must understand how digital models create and capture value.
This Aractech course covers digital business model patterns, platforms and network effects, subscription and as-a-service models, data monetisation, pricing, ecosystem strategy and business model experimentation. Participants design a digital business model for their organisation.
What you will achieve
Learning objectives
- Explain digital business model patterns
- Understand platforms and network effects
- Design subscription and as-a-service models
- Identify data monetisation opportunities
- Develop ecosystem and partnership strategies
- Test and iterate new business models
Who should attend
Target audience
- Strategy and innovation managers
- Business development professionals
- Product managers
- Digital leaders
- Entrepreneurs
- Senior executives
Methodology
Learning approach
- Case studies
- Business model workshops
- Canvas exercises
- Group presentations
- Discussions
Complete course outline
Five focused days of learning and application
The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.
Day 1
Digital Business Models
- Business model concepts
- Digital disruption
- Patterns
- Coffee break
- Patterns (continued)
- Value creation and capture
- Exercise: Model analysis
Day 2
Platforms
- Platform types
- Network effects
- Governance
- Coffee break
- Governance (continued)
- Monetisation
- Case study: Platform success
Day 3
As-a-Service and Data
- Subscriptions
- Product-as-a-service
- Data monetisation
- Coffee break
- Data monetisation (continued)
- Pricing
- Workshop: Service model
Day 4
Ecosystems
- Ecosystem strategy
- Partnerships
- APIs
- Coffee break
- APIs (continued)
- Competition and cooperation
- Exercise: Ecosystem map
Day 5
Experimentation
- Business model testing
- Metrics
- Scaling
- Coffee break
- Scaling (continued)
- Organisation
- Capstone: Digital business model
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does Digital Business Models and Platform Strategy (DIT-033) cover?
This course covers Digital Innovation and Transformation through a structured five-day outline focused on practical application, discussion, and implementation planning.
When is the next available session?
The next scheduled session starts on 2 - 6 November 2026. See the course schedules section for the available dates and delivery formats.
Who should attend this course?
Strategy and innovation managers, Business development professionals, Product managers
Is bilingual course delivery available?
Yes. All course materials and presentations are provided in English, while bilingual explanation and discussion support may be available depending on the selected location and trainer availability. For example, when attending a course in Istanbul, you may request a Turkish-speaking trainer to explain the English course content in Turkish. Arabic explanation support may also be requested at this location. Other languages are available in selected cities. You can choose your preferred language support as an optional preference during registration.
How can I register for a session?
Use any Register button next to the available course dates to open the participant registration page and submit your booking request for the selected session.
Is this course available online as well as classroom-based?
Check the course schedules section for currently published classroom and Online / Live sessions.
Where are classroom sessions delivered?
Current classroom venues include London, Istanbul, Munich, Kuala lumpur, Barcelona, Geneva, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Rome.
How long is the training programme?
The programme runs for five days from 09:00 to 14:00, which gives 25 contact hours, including a daily 30-minute break (22.5 hours of instruction).
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