AWS Business Essentials - The Business Value of AWS [2026] (Udemy.com)

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to cloud computing, including its benefits, how it compares to traditional operating models, and how a cloud strategy can help you meet your business objectives.

With a focus on Amazon Web Services (AWS), you'll explore the financial benefits of cloud computing, gain an understanding of important compliance and security concepts, and identify key migration options to help you take full advantage of the cloud.

This training is specifically designed for non-technical professionals who are looking to build a strong business case for migrating to the AWS Cloud. With no prior experience required, it is ideal for managers, project managers, consultants, and other IT business decision-makers who are seeking to expand their knowledge and skills in the field of cloud computing. By the end of the course, you'll be well-equipped to leverage the power of the AWS Cloud and make informed decisions to drive your business forward.

Our course takes a highly visual approach, utilizing diagrams and animations to help you gain a deep understanding of cloud computing and AWS concepts.

With expert instruction and hands-on learning, you'll be able to see how the AWS Cloud works in action and explore the full potential of cloud computing. Our hands-on approach is designed to help you better retain information and build a strong foundation of knowledge and skills.

If you're considering how a cloud strategy can help take your business to the next level, this course is for you. Cloud computing changes the game - driving operational efficiency, lowering costs and accelerating innovation.

Watch the intro video to learn how this course will help you gain an in-depth understanding of the business value of AWS.

THIS AWS BUSINESS ESSENTIALS COURSE COVERS THE FOLLOWING TOPICS

Cloud Computing Fundamentals

• The Definition of Cloud Computing

• Comparing Cloud Computing to Traditional IT

• Cloud Computing Deployment Models

• Cloud Computing Service Models: IaaS, PaaS, SaaS

• Scalability and Elasticity

• High Availability and Fault Tolerance

Introduction to Amazon Web Services (AWS)

• Overview of Amazon Web Services (AWS)

• AWS Global Presence

• AWS Network Topology

• AWS Pricing Models and SLAs

• Navigating the AWS Management Console

Introduction to Key AWS Services

• AWS Compute - Amazon EC2

• AWS Storage - Amazon S3, Amazon EFS, Amazon EBS

• AWS Databases - Amazon RDS, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon RedShift

• Serverless - AWS Lambda

• Analytics / Machine Learning - Amazon Kinesis, Amazon EMR

• Building HA/FT Applications on AWS - Amazon Elastic Load Balancing, Amazon EC2 Auto Scaling

• Automation on AWS - AWS Elastic Beanstalk

• Infrastructure as Code - AWS CloudFormation

Building a Business Case for Cloud Computing

• Key Business Benefits of Cloud Computing

• Enterprise use cases for AWS Cloud Services

• Building a Business Case for Cloud

• Establishing Costs: The AWS Pricing Calculator

• Business Models and Value

Migrating to the AWS Cloud

• AWS Migration Tools

• AWS Trusted Advisor

Managing and Operating in the Cloud

• Higher-level Managed Services

• Security in the AWS Cloud

• How to avoid Vendor Lock-in

  
  

WHAT DO OTHER STUDENTS SAY?

Check out the excellent reviews we've received from thousands of happy students:

"Always good to review the basics. First we learn to crawl, then we walk, eventually we learn to run. Well explained and well organized process of teaching"

"This course does an excellent job of introducing you to the world of AWS and exploring the business case for implementing this and other cloud solutions"

"Basics of cloud computing explained very elaborately. Concepts broken down into smaller appropriate courses making it easier to learn and stay engaged."

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Hi, I'm Neal Davis, and I'm delighted to be your instructor for this course. As the founder of Digital Cloud Training, I'm deeply committed to providing top-quality AWS certification training resources. I created this course to help you understand the business benefits of cloud computing. With over 20 years of hands-on experience in the Cloud space, I'm excited to share my expertise with you on Udemy.

OUR SUCCESS IN NUMBERS

• Over 750,000 students enrolled in our AWS courses on Udemy

• 4.7-star instructor rating from over 150,000 reviews

• Our students pass the AWS exam with an average score of over 85%

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