Bootcamp / Workshop Topics for SAP SuccessFactors Learning
SAP SuccessFactors Learning curriculum with 2 hours of theory and 2 hours of hands-on activity per day:
Day | Theory (2 hours) | Hands-on (2 hours) |
1 | Unit 1: Getting Started with SAP SuccessFactors Learning Unit 2: Integrating SAP SuccessFactors Learning with SAP SuccessFactors HCM | Set up instance and explore basic features Configure integration between Learning and HCM |
2 | Unit 3: Exploring the SAP SuccessFactors Learning User Interface Unit 4: Exploring the SAP SuccessFactors Learning Administrator Interface | Navigate user, manager, and instructor interfaces Explore administrator interface and entity management |
3 | Unit 5: Reporting in SAP SuccessFactors Learning Unit 6: Working with Items | Run, save, and schedule reports Create items and make them available to users |
4 | Unit 7: Working with Curricula Unit 8: Working with Programs | Create curricula and set up requirements Create and manage programs |
5 | Unit 9: Assigning Learning Needs Unit 10: Configuring Item Relationships and Advanced Administrator Features | Assign learning manually and automatically Set up item relationships and use advanced features |
6 | Unit 11: Creating, Managing, and Registering for Classes Unit 12: Adding and Editing History Records | Create classes and manage registrations Add and edit learning history records |
7 | Unit 13: Managing Online Content Unit 14: Building Assessments | Create and manage online learning content Build exam and quiz assessments |
8 | Unit 15: Creating Surveys for Training Evaluation Unit 16: Managing Security | Create and publish training surveys Set up security domains and roles |
9 | Unit 17: Customizing SAP SuccessFactors Learning Unit 18: Customizing Email Notifications and Certificates | Configure global settings and system properties Customize email templates and certificates |
10 | Unit 19: Creating Approval Processes Unit 20: Migrating Data | Set up approval processes Configure and use data migration connectors |
Aspirational Curriculum for SAP SuccessFactors Learning :
Note : It gets updated in every release , as per Industry trends, Business Demand . Feedback is encouraged if any topic to be added to it.
Subject: SAP SuccessFactors Learning
Unit 1: Getting Started with SAP SuccessFactors Learning
Lesson 1: Exploring SAP SuccessFactors Learning
Unit 2: Integrating SAP SuccessFactors Learning with SAP SuccessFactors HCM
Lesson 1: Configuring the Integration between SAP SuccessFactors HCM and SAP SuccessFactors Learning
Lesson 2: Setting Up User Accounts and Permissions
Unit 3: Exploring the SAP SuccessFactors Learning User Interface
Lesson 1: Navigating the User Interface
Lesson 2: Navigating the Manager Interface
Lesson 3: Navigating the Instructor Interface
Unit 4: Exploring the SAP SuccessFactors Learning Administrator Interface
Lesson 1: Navigating the Administrator Interface
Lesson 2: Searching for Entities
Lesson 3: Working with User Entities
Unit 5: Reporting in SAP SuccessFactors Learning
Lesson 1: Running, Saving, and Scheduling Reports
Unit 6: Working with Items
Lesson 1: Creating Items
Lesson 2: Exploring Item Entity Tabs
Lesson 3: Making an Item Available to Users
Unit 7: Working with Curricula
Lesson 1: Creating Curricula
Lesson 2: Using Period-based Settings to Set Due Dates
Lesson 3: Creating Curriculum Requirements
Lesson 4: Publishing Curricula
Unit 8: Working with Programs
Lesson 1: Creating Programs
Lesson 2: Managing Programs
Lesson 3: Making Programs Available to Users
Unit 9: Assigning Learning Needs
Lesson 1: Assigning Learning Needs to Users Manually
Lesson 2: Assigning Learning Needs to Users Automatically
Unit 10: Configuring Item Relationships and Advanced Administrator Features
Lesson 1: Establishing Substitute and Prerequisite Relationships
Lesson 2: Creating Task-based Checklist Items
Lesson 3: Revising an Item
Lesson 4: Adding Learning Events to a Library
Unit 11: Creating, Managing, and Registering for Classes
Lesson 1: Creating Classes
Lesson 2: Registering for Classes
Lesson 3: Managing classes
Unit 12: Adding and Editing History Records
Lesson 1: Adding History Records for Items, External Events, and Classes
Lesson 2: Editing Learning History
Unit 13: Managing Online Content
Lesson 1: Creating Online Learning
Lesson 2: Managing Items with Online Content
Lesson 3: Utilizing the Import Content Tool
Unit 14: Building Assessments
Lesson 1: Exploring Assessments
Lesson 2: Creating Exam Assessments
Lesson 3: Creating Quizzes
Lesson 4: Creating Alternative Assessments
Unit 15: Creating Surveys for Training Evaluation
Lesson 1: Building Training Surveys
Lesson 2: Publishing Training Surveys
Unit 16: Managing Security
Lesson 1: Designing a Security Domain Structure and Security Domain Groups
Lesson 2: Creating User, Administrator, and Instructor Roles
Unit 17: Customizing SAP SuccessFactors Learning
Lesson 1: Configuring Global Settings and Easy Links
Lesson 2: Configuring System Properties and Entities
Lesson 3: Scheduling Automatic Processes
Lesson 4: Adding References and Using the Import Data Tool
Lesson 5: Managing Labels
Unit 18: Customizing Email Notifications and Certificates
Lesson 1: Managing Email Notification Templates
Lesson 2: Managing Certificates of Completion
Unit 19: Creating Approval Processes
Lesson 1: Managing the Approval Process
Unit 20: Migrating Data
Lesson 1: Enabling Connectors to Migrate Data
Lesson 2: Configuring Connectors
Track O : Learning Product (LMS/LXP)
- Understand the LMS/LXP product landscape (SAP SuccessFactors Learning, Workday Learning, Cornerstone, Docebo, Moodle, etc.).
- Learn how product capabilities map to learning strategy: compliance, enablement, reskilling, and performance.
- Evaluate platforms using a structured checklist: content, experience, admin, analytics, integrations, and total cost.
- Build product demos and “value stories” aligned to learner, manager, instructor, and admin personas.
Track 01 : Learning Process (Design → Deliver → Measure)
- Map end-to-end learning processes: needs analysis, design, build, deliver, assess, certify, and measure.
- Standardize governance for requests, approvals, catalog publishing, and lifecycle management.
- Define SOPs for classes, curricula/programs, assignments, and completions.
- Build process maps for “Joiners/Movers/Leavers”, compliance, and role-based enablement journeys.
Track 02 : Learning Strategy & Architecture (Learning Ecosystem)
- Define an enterprise learning strategy: audiences, capabilities, outcomes, and success metrics.
- Design target architecture: LMS + LXP + Content + Assessment + Virtual Classroom + Skills + Analytics.
- Build integration patterns: HRIS, IAM/SSO, Teams/Slack, content providers, and external certification bodies.
- Create a roadmap: MVP to maturity, phased rollout, and adoption strategy.
Track 03 : Learning Operations & Security
- Run day-to-day learning operations: catalog hygiene, enrollments, cohorts, and issue triage.
- Manage user provisioning, roles, security domains, and data privacy controls.
- Establish release management: testing, regression, and change communication for quarterly updates.
- Operate a support model (L1/L2/L3), knowledge base, and SLAs for learners and admins.
Track 04 : LMS/LXP Implementation
- Run an implementation lifecycle: scope, requirements, fit-gap, configuration, build, test, and go-live.
- Configure learning objects: items/content, classes, curricula/programs, assignments, and approvals.
- Set up roles, domains, notifications, certificates, and learner experience fundamentals.
- Drive change management: comms, champions, training, and adoption metrics.
Track 05 : Learning Migration (Content + History + Users)
- Migrate items, curricula/programs, assignments, and transcripts/history with strong data quality.
- Plan cutover: parallel runs, freeze windows, and rollback strategy.
- Define mapping for IDs, attributes, and completion equivalencies across systems.
- Validate migrations using reconciliation reports and sample-based audits.
Track 06 : Learning Integrations
- Integrate LMS/LXP with HRIS/HCM (user, org, job, location), IAM/SSO, and collaboration tools.
- Connect content ecosystems: providers, libraries, SCORM/xAPI, and content marketplaces.
- Build event-driven flows (enrollment, completion, certification) to downstream systems.
- Monitor integrations, handle errors, and design resilient data synchronization.
Track 07 : Learning QA (Functional + UX + Data)
- Build test strategy for learner/admin experiences, workflows, notifications, and certificates.
- Execute regression for releases and changes: security, role-based access, and critical flows.
- Validate analytics accuracy: completions, credits, due dates, and transcript integrity.
- Establish defect management, UAT playbooks, and sign-off criteria.
Track 08 : Learning AMS (Support + Enhancements)
- Run steady-state support: incident/problem management and service governance.
- Plan enhancements backlog: prioritization, estimation, and release cadence.
- Maintain configuration baseline and documentation for audits and continuity.
- Optimize performance, scalability, and adoption through continuous improvement.
Track 09 : Platform Certification (LMS/LXP)
- Prepare for platform certifications with structured learning paths and practice labs.
- Learn exam patterns, core concepts, and configuration scenarios that commonly appear.
- Build a portfolio: configuration walkthroughs, mini-projects, and reference notes.
Track 10 : Interview Preparation (Learning Tech)
- Role-based prep: Learning Admin, LMS Consultant, Learning Architect, Learning Ops, and Analyst.
- Case questions: learning journey design, governance, migration, and integration troubleshooting.
- Build “STAR” stories using learning outcomes: adoption, completion uplift, and compliance improvements.
- Resume, portfolio, and mock interviews aligned to learning ecosystem roles.
Track 11 : Presales (Learning Platforms)
- Discovery frameworks for learning: audiences, compliance, skills, content, and reporting.
- Build solution blueprints, demo scripts, and ROI narratives for LMS/LXP.
- Create proposals, SoW, and delivery approach aligned to timelines and risks.
Track 12 : Project Management (Learning Programs)
- Manage learning platform projects: scope, WBS, RAID logs, and stakeholder alignment.
- Delivery governance: sprint planning, milestones, and go-live readiness.
- Vendor and partner management for content, integrations, and platform services.
Track 13 : Learning Product Management (LXP/Content Experience)
- Define learner personas and value proposition for experience-led learning.
- Prioritize features: search, recommendations, pathways, skills, and social learning.
- Use data + feedback loops: A/B tests, surveys, and adoption analytics to improve experience.
Track 14 : Emerging Trends in Learning
- AI in learning: content generation, coaching, recommendations, and assessment integrity.
- Skills-based learning: skill graphs, proficiency, and skills-to-role mapping.
- xAPI/LRS, immersive learning, and advanced analytics for learning impact.
Track 15 : Podcasts / Videos (Learning Ecosystem)
- Curated talks, demos, and deep-dives on LMS/LXP, learning analytics, and skills.
- Monthly “what’s new” reviews of platform releases and roadmap shifts.
- Practitioner interviews: governance, adoption, and impact measurement.
Track 16 : Resources (Templates + Playbooks)
- Ready-to-use templates: learning strategy deck, requirements, fit-gap, test cases, and SOPs.
- Playbooks for admin, implementation, migration, and integrations.
- Reference library for learning standards (SCORM/xAPI), metrics, and governance.
Track 17 : AMA Series (Learning Admin + Architecture)
- Live Q&A on configuration, troubleshooting, and best practices in LMS/LXP.
- Bring real client/project scenarios: security roles, assignments, approvals, and reports.
- Get guidance on design decisions and trade-offs in learning ecosystem architecture.
Track 18 : Industry Specialization (Learning Use Cases)
- Industry case studies for learning: manufacturing, BFSI, retail, healthcare, IT, public sector, and more.
- Build learning journeys per industry: compliance, safety, sales enablement, product training, and frontline learning.
- Understand regulatory drivers and reporting requirements by industry.
Track 19 : Pure Research (Learning Science + Data)
- Research lab on learning effectiveness: assessment design, spaced repetition, and behavior change.
- Learning analytics research: cohort outcomes, correlation to performance KPIs, and causal hypotheses.
- Explore AI-powered learning: tutoring, recommendations, and content quality validation.
- Collaborate on papers, case studies, and open toolkits for LMS/LXP practitioners.
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