What is this course?

This is a 4-day, instructor-led, advanced course that goes beyond the basic ITIL theory and offers hands-on implementation experience. This is achieved by working on group exercises related to a case study. Exam preparation is also scenario-based which tests analytical skills.

The topics covered include:

  • Event Management
  • Request Fulfillment
  • Incident Management
  • Problem Management
  • Access Management
  • Service Desk
  • Technical Management
  • Application Management
  • IT Operations Management

ITIL OSA is a free-standing qualification but also part of the ITIL Intermediate Capability stream. Completion of each module earns 4 credits toward the ITIL Expert certificate.

The purpose of each training is to impart, test and validate knowledge of best practices as documented in the ITIL publications.

Why take it?

Attendees can expect to gain competencies in the following areas:

  • Overview of relevant processes, functions and basic principles.
  • The value to the business of relevant activities.
  • Roles and responsibilities.
  • Technology and implementation considerations.
  • Challenges, critical success factors (CSFs) and risks.

Who should attend?

The target group for any ITIL Intermediate Capability course includes (but is not limited to):

  • IT professionals.
  • Process owners and managers.

It is also relevent to those who:

  • Require a deep understanding of the relevant processes and how they may be used to enhance the quality of IT service support within a team.
  • Have obtained the ITIL Foundation certificate and wish to advance to higher-level certifications.
  • Seek the ITIL Expert certificate for which ITIL® Intermediate Level qualifications are a prerequisite.
  • Seek progress toward the ITIL Master certificate for which the ITIL Expert Level qualification is a
    ​prerequisite.

Are there any prerequisites?

Attendees wishing to be trained and examined for this qualification must already hold the ITIL Foundation certificate which must be presented as evidence to gain admission.

Attendees who hold the following ITIL qualifications are also eligible:

  • ITIL V2 Foundation plus Foundation Bridge.
  • ITIL Expert certificate (achieved via Service Manager or Practitioner bridging routes).

It is recommended that attendees:

  • Demonstrate familiarity with IT terminology and understand the context of each ITIL® Intermediate Capability module within their environment.
  • Have experience working in a service management capacity.

What courseware is provided?

Each student is provided with hard copies of SMME’s student manual consisting of presentation slides, corresponding notes and 16 sample exam questions.

What does it take to get certified?

To obtain each ITIL Intermediate Capability certificate, attendees must pass an 8-question, 90-minute, scenario-based, gradient-scored, multiple-choice exam. The exam is included in the course fee.

The passing score is 70% or 28 out of 40 marks must be correct.

Certification can be valuable to teams because it:

  • Demonstrates proven proficiency.
  • Reflects professional and personal achievement.
  • Offers greater recognition from peers.
  • Builds self-esteem.
  • Increases the likelihood of cooperation and buy-in.

Where can I book it?

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ITIL® Operational Support & Analysis (OSA)
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Course Testimonials

  • Good instructor with experience sharing, nice to discuss real life practice and cases of use
    Triangle
    12/2015 Leuven
  • Finbarr guided us toward a strong understanding of ITIL. He was good at describing it in real-life.
    Triangle
    Mohammed A.
    Qatar Telecom
    01/2013 Dubai, UAE
  • Pierre worked hard and did his best to answer all of my questions about the training.
    Triangle
    Mohammed A.
    Qatar Telecom
    01/2013 Dubai, UAE
  • The instructor was excellent and very knowledgeable about the subject matter.
    Triangle
    James S.
    Qatar Telecom
    12/2012 Dubai, UAE
  • It was really good to have all the experiences Frieda has gathered in her career as examples.
    Triangle
    Julie V.
    Verizon
    09/2012 Leuven, Belgium
  • Excellent trainer and class. Jace prepared candidates for the exam while ensuring the concepts were well-understood.
    Triangle
    Jaleel R.
    GlaxoSmithKline
    09/2012 Dubai, UAE
  • The instructor was experienced, had good energy and managed time well.
    Triangle
    Simon P.
    Center of Excellence
    03/2012 Abu Dhabi, UAE
  • Charmaine has been very helpful in supporting us by ensuring that logistics and course preparations were in place.
    Triangle
    Gregory Z.
    Center of Excellence
    03/2012 Abu Dhabi, UAE
  • I highly recommend Finbarr for any future courses you may take with SMME.
    Triangle
    Abdallah H.
    ADIA
    01/2011 Abu Dhabi, UAE
  • The instructor always kept the course moving. Many thanks for an excellent course!
    Triangle
    David C.
    HSBC
    11/2010 Dubai, UAE
  • Finbarr was a really good instructor. I learned a great deal about ITIL in this course.
    Triangle
    Fakrudheen V.
    ADIA
    11/2010 Dubai, UAE