Bridge the gap between business goals and technical implementation by mastering core data technology concepts essential for strategic decision-making across architecture, analytics, and innovation teams.
Course Overview
This course is designed to align business, technology, and analytics teams through a shared understanding of essential data technology principles. Whether you’re shaping system architecture, leading data strategy, or managing technical planning, the course equips you with the knowledge to make confident decisions on data-intensive projects.
You’ll build a foundation that supports collaboration across functions, enabling smarter choices in areas like platform design, infrastructure planning, and analytics integration—critical for driving innovation in modern data-driven organizations.
Why Choose the Database Platform Design and Innovation Course at Northeastern?
Cross-Functional Alignment
Gain the tools to bridge communication and decision-making between business, technology, and analytics stakeholders.
Strategic Decision Support
Develop a strong understanding of data technologies to support architectural, strategic, and project-level planning.
Foundation for Innovation
Learn core principles that enable informed decisions on platform design, system development, and analytics implementation.
Data-Driven Focus
Prepare to contribute meaningfully to initiatives that rely heavily on data architecture, governance, and platform selection.
Ideal for Technical Leaders
Tailored for professionals managing or collaborating on data-centric projects across business and IT functions.
Meet the Course Creator
Dr. Douglas Scherer (Ed.D., CISA, CDPSE, CSM, MBSR-QT)
Douglas Scherer, Ed.D., CISA, CDPSE, CSM, MBSR-QT, is a dedicated advocate for personal and organizational growth, fostering trust, transparency, and collaboration. As a keynote speaker, facilitator, and bestselling author of “”F.O.R.G.E.D.: Six Practices of Great Leaders in Volatile Times,”” he illuminates the path to conscious leadership and empowers individuals to thrive in dynamic environments.
Dr. Scherer serves as a lecturer in Masters degree programs, where he shares his expertise in strategic thinking, leadership, and innovation. With a background in information technology leadership and worldwide team development, he brings real-world insights to his teaching and research…