| Understanding Basic Enterprise Architecture Concepts | Awareness of EA principles and how ArchiMate supports structured modeling. | Enterprise Architect, Business Architect, Solution Architect, Consultant |
| Knowledge of ArchiMate Terminology | Ability to use and understand the standardized vocabulary of the ArchiMate language. | All architecture roles, Business Analysts, Project Managers |
| Understanding the ArchiMate Language Structure | Knowledge of layers, aspects, and how the language is organized. | Enterprise Architect, Solution Architect, Technical Architect |
| Understanding the Generic Metamodel | Awareness of how elements and relationships are defined and categorized. | Enterprise Architect, Business Architect, Data/Information Architect |
| Understanding Core Relationships | Ability to interpret structural, dependency, dynamic, and motivation relationships. | Solution Architect, Business Analyst, Technical Architect |
| Understanding Motivation Elements | Ability to interpret goals, drivers, assessments, and requirements. | Business Architect, Business Analyst, Product Manager |
| Understanding the Strategy Layer | Knowledge of capabilities, resources, and courses of action. | Business Architect, Enterprise Architect, Product Manager |
| Understanding the Business Layer | Ability to interpret business processes, functions, roles, and services. | Business Analyst, Business Architect, Process Designer |
| Understanding the Application Layer | Knowledge of applications, components, services, and data objects. | Solution Architect, Application Architect, Data Architect |
| Understanding the Technology Layer | Ability to interpret infrastructure, platforms, devices, and system software. | Technical Architect, Infrastructure Architect, DevOps‑aligned roles |
| Understanding Cross‑Layer Modeling | Ability to interpret dependencies and flows across layers. | Enterprise Architect, Solution Architect, Technical Architect |
| Understanding the Implementation & Migration Layer | Awareness of work packages, deliverables, plateaus, and gaps. | Project Manager, Program Manager, Enterprise Architect |
| Understanding the Viewpoint Mechanism | Ability to recognize how viewpoints guide model creation for stakeholder concerns. | Enterprise Architect, Business Analyst, Consultant |
| Understanding the ArchiMate Certification Program | Awareness of the certification path and how Foundation fits into professional development. | Early‑career architects, Analysts, Consultants |
