Skills framework for the information age sfia the framework leverages a worlds best practice technical approach, known as sfia, to identify specific ict related capabilities required for ict roles or. Introduction and explanation of competencies a competency is the term used to describe a cluster of related knowledge, skills, and. You can view all sfia level definition on the sfia framework reference pdf sfia skills. Sfia version 6 conference sydney australia august 2015 building and using sfia role profiles daniel merriott 5 2 about the presenter sfia accredited consultant chartered it professional, fellow bcs. Tables and figures 6 tables 6 figures 6 case 1 oecds skills strategy rationale 7 source 7 type 7 about 7 purpose 7 operation 7 highlights 8 illustration norways skill strategy. Sfia s descriptors are not, in general, described in terms of technologies or products.
Using the sfia 6 to develop a career plan for classroom. The contents shown in figure 1 address specific workpackage objectives as follows. Sfia v3 based it competence framework in shell december 2008 oneit slideshare uses cookies to improve functionality and performance, and to provide you with relevant advertising. It is worth highlighting an inaccuracy in the article. Framework reference 3 framework summary 4 the purpose of sfia 6 the structure of sfia 6 skills in categories and subcategories 6 levels in sfia 6 skills are described at several levels 7 how. Skills entity is connected to levels description entity in 1. Why i cant talk about sfia to my clients the it skeptic.
This is the previous version of the framework, published in july 2015. Sfia formally established in 2000, and regularly updated, sfia has become the globally accepted common language for the skills and competencies required in the digital world. Sfia 5 framework reference skills defined in categories and subcategories. The website address is also provided under the section resources in this document. The skills framework for the information age sfia is a twodimensional framework consisting of skills on one axis and seven levels of responsibility on the other that identify a broad set of technical and. A skill framework is designed and developed for iti mobile applications developer track to apply sfia level 4. Itd competency framework page 3 of 14 document number hrd031. The skills framework for the information age sfia is a twodimensional framework consisting of skills on one axis and seven levels of responsibility on the other that identify a broad set. What can you use it for, what if you are asked to use it and how can it help you and your career. Maintains programme and project files from supplied actual and forecast data. As someone working for bcs and familiar with the sfia foundation, i read you comments with interest. The newest version of the worlds most widely adopted skills and competency framework is now available to use new and revised skill definitions developed through global consultation with industry and business. A dictionary of skill descriptions for it, is and business change.
It describes sfia from an individuals point of view. Sfia technical code assessment results for each individual and across departments sfia skill level evaluator scores indicating where the employee sits within the sfia framework interview analysis. Framework summary sfia version 5 6 skills framework for the information age solution development and implementation. Based on the original industry structure model, first published by the bcs in july 1986, which was remapped to the. Pronounced like the name sophia, sfia is a compendium of it skills grouped into categories and levels. The skills framework for the information age sfia sfia. The sustainable forest incentive act sfia is a statewide program meant to promote sustainable forest resource management on the states private and public land by encouraging the states forest. This is the previous version of the framework, published. A new framework for the analysis of smart tourism destinations. This document, the western australian enterprise architecture framework, version 1 weaf 1. Sfia 5 framework reference institute of it professionals.
It doesnt prescribe whether required skills are supplied internally, externally or in collaborative. It also has a guide for moving to this version with details of changes between version 5 and 6. The sfia framework itself is a model of professional skills on one axis and seven. Using sfia 10 things it professionals need to know it. Sfia version 6 defines 97 skills in six categories. The sfia framework defines 96 specific skills, each being a very specific and defined granular skill. For loggedin users there is pdf documentation, and an excel spreadsheet of the framework data.
Sfia v6, the sixth major version of the skills framework for the information age. Sfia plus contains the sfia framework of it skills plus detailed training and development resources. Skills framework for the information age sfia6 the complete reference guide sfia6 2015 284 contents contents sfia 6 about. It also has a guide for moving to this version with details of changes between version 6 and 7. Sfiaplus is the it training and development model of the british computer society bcs.
Sfia is an easy to use common reference model sfia is a practical resource for people who manage or work in or around information and communication technologies, digital. The skills landscape analysis and competence model report d7. Sfia, the skills framework for the information age, describes skills required by. The sfia foundation has identified 102 skills used across the it industry. The authors recommend the use of the skills framework for an information age sfia as a simple, quantifiable reference model for the more. The skills framework for the information age sfia is a popular international skills. The result is the most established and widely adopted it skills, training and development model that. Changes in sfia 6 to category names, the movement and grouping of skills, the. Level 6 autonomy has defined authority and accountability for actions and decisions within a significant area of work, including technical, financial and quality aspects. Sfia skills and levels it professionals new zealand te. The answer to b is that the skills in the sfia framework provide a great deal of detail which you can leverage, for instance the sfia skill descriptors and proficiency indicators can be used to outline the. The skills framework for the information age sfia, pronounced like the name sophia is a model for describing and managing skills and competencies for professionals working in information and. They do not describe processes, jobs, general areas of activity, or even parts of an organisation just skills.
Influence influences policy and strategy formation. Standing alongside skills in the sfia framework, the. Lack of clear links between the project and the organisations. These are grouped into 6 categories, a number of subcategories and are described at 7. Skills framework for the information age version sfia. Its never been tied to job roles or particular ideas about organisational structures. To overcome the problem of identifying the needed skills, a trustable and understandable framework is needed, buildingup this framework always a challenging task.
The skills framework for the information age sfia is the most popular way of describing the professional skills needed by it people worldwide. From a professional services perspective, responsibility levels 26 can be thought of. The previous version, sfia 6, will remain available. Sfia skills framework by 6 competency groups across 7 levels of responsibility table 7. Satellite view of sfia skills for a team or jobfamily average level shows a clear skills increment from role to role validates profiles and perceived role levels management aid to resource planning sfia. Sfia the global skills and competency framework for a. Establishes organisational objectives and assigns responsibilities. A comparative case study of two spanish destinations find, read and. The skills framework for the information age is a model for describing and managing skills and. Skills framework throws spotlight onto brm brm institute. An overview of sfia 6 can be downloaded by clicking here. N by skill code since a skill entry has multiple level descriptions.
Sfia is a registered trademark of the sfia foundation. It contains the skills framework itself with an ataglance index together with the definitions of levels of responsibility used in the framework. This article complements the summary information provided in 10 things you should know about sfia. Sfia is a skills framework that is adapting well to the new world.
Skills framework for the information age version 6 sfia. Skills framework for the information age effective practical tool to assess skills in a wide range of industries using unique. This process ensures that the framework is kept relevant to industry. I am working for technologyone as a position of technical support consultant. Level 6 initiate, influence autonomy has defined authority and accountability for actions and decisions within a significant area of work, including technical, financial and quality aspects. If you get a free license for internal organizational use only, you can download not only the pdf. Sfia framework er diagram fig 1 4 identifies the skills entity, levels description entity, levels of responsibility entity and levels guiding word entity. The skills framework for the information age journal of information. Sfia, the skills framework for the information age, describes skills required by professionals in roles involving information and communications technology. This guide presents version 5 of the skills framework for the information age. Understanding the skills framework for the information age. Pdf on jan 1, 2017, ha my tran and others published sa6.
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