Multiple universities across the globe recognize both Getting Started with Enterprise Architecture and Mastering the TOGAF® Standard as valuable academic resources. They often include them as required or recommended reading.
Both books use a practical approach and jargon-free language to make the complex concepts of Enterprise Architecture accessible to students from the beginning. By presenting the topics in plain English and focusing on real-world application, the books help bridge the gap between theory and practice.
Widely regarded as well-written and effective textbooks, they support applied learning by providing students with guidance that can confidently be applied in professional settings. The books are clear, easy to use, and practical. These qualities set them apart from other academic materials, making them a reliable choice for faculty and students.
Overview of universities using the books
Laval University, Canada
Getting Started with Enterprise Architecture was first adopted by Laval University as required reading for its Introduction to Enterprise and Business Architecture course. This course largely follows the content and structure of the book.
The book provides a modern, forward-looking perspective on Enterprise Architecture that enriches classroom discussions and bridges the gap between theory and practice.
Hichem Klabi, Ph. D., Laval University
Zayed University, United Arab Emirates
Zayed University uses Getting Started with Enterprise Architecture as the core resource for their architecture master’s program. The university has adopted the book’s content and designed the program around it. The book is widely praised by both faculty and students as an exceptionally well-written textbook.
Ghent University, Belgium
Ghent University lists Mastering the TOGAF® Standard as recommended reading for its Enterprise Architecture course, which largely adheres to open standards. Recognized as a valuable addition to the list, the book is under consideration for required reading.
Universidad San Francisco de Quito, Ecuador
Getting Started with Enterprise Architecture is a highly valued resource in the architecture program at the Universidad San Francisco de Quito. Its accessible language and pragmatic guidance make it ideal for academic learners. Recognized as a well-crafted textbook, it helps students develop skills they can apply immediately.
This is undoubtedly a very valuable contribution to the practice of architecture. Not only because of its conceptual strength, but also because of its practical perspective grounded in real-world experience.
Eduardo Veintimilla Lozano, Universidad San Francisco de Quito
University of Mpumalanga, South Africa
As part of its commitment to applied learning, the University of Mpumalanga includes Getting Started with Enterprise Architecture in its reading list. Its straightforward explanations and practical approach enable students to confidently apply Enterprise Architecture in practice. The clarity and usability of the text distinguish it from traditional academic materials.
University of Münster, Germany
At the University of Münster, Getting Started with Enterprise Architecture is recommended reading for students in the Enterprise Architecture Management program. Its practical approach and clear, jargon-free language make complex concepts accessible from the start. Students consistently find it easy to follow and directly applicable in real-world scenarios.
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