Become a Google Cloud Digital Leader in 2026.

  • Gain foundational literacy in cloud & digital transformation.
  • Increase your cloud confidence so you can speak with colleagues in technical cloud roles and contribute to informed cloud-related business decisions.
  • Recognizes individuals who have demonstrated expertise in using Google Cloud technologies to drive digital transformation within their organizations.

The certification is aimed at professionals who are responsible for designing and implementing solutions that leverage Google Cloud services to meet business objectives.

 

Overview

Validate your broad knowledge of cloud concepts and the products, services, tools, features, benefits, and use cases of Google Cloud.

If you’re wondering how cloud can transform your business then this course is for you. Aimed at business leaders new to cloud, this GCP-CDL: Cloud Digital Leader training with Google Cloud course provides insight into Google’s approach to digital transformation, and how to embrace cloud in your business.

This Google Cloud training is designed to give you foundational knowledge about cloud technology, data, and Google Cloud products that enable digital transformation. Empowering you and your team(s) to contribute to cloud-related business initiatives in your organization.

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Skills Covered

  • Recall fundamental cloud terminology
  • Identify Google Cloud products and solutions that support digital transformation
  • Explain how cloud technology and data can be leveraged to innovate within organizations
  • Explain infrastructure and application modernization with Google Cloud
  • Describe contributing factors to the success of cloud operations and security

Prerequisites

  • Knowledgeable about their own business products / services and industry
  • No prior technical knowledge is required

Target Audience

  • Traditional enterprise business decision makers
  • Suitable for all management levels leading Product, Projects, Programs, Operations, Line of Business, Finance, People Management, Sales, Marketing, and Client Management interested in how Google Cloud can support their business transformation
  • Participants should be reasonably new to cloud technology

Course Curriculum

Module 1: Introduction to Digital Transformation with Google Cloud

Topics:

  • Why cloud technology is revolutionizing business
  • Digital transformation with Google Cloud
  • Scale the innovation mindset

Objectives:

  • Define fundamental terms such as data, cloud technology, and digital transformation.
  • Use customer use cases to demonstrate how cloud technology is transforming businesses.
  • Recognize the Google Cloud solution areas and use cases for each.
  • Describe key principles that help to scale an innovation mindset across an organization.

Activities:

  • Think about technology which no longer exists
  • Apply cloud to solve your business challenges
  • Identify the two core modernization areas
  • Knowledge check – practice exam questions

Module 2: Innovating with Data and Google Cloud

Topics:

  • The value of data
  • Data consolidation and analytics
  • Innovation with machine learning

Objectives:

  • Describe the role of data in digital transformation and the importance of a data-driven culture.
  • Identify common Google Cloud solutions for data management
  • Identify common Google Cloud solutions for smart analytics
  • Identify Google Cloud’s solutions for Machine Learning and AI

Activities: 

  • Organize your business datasets into ‘buckets’
  • Identify the best data management solution
  • Knowledge check – practice exam questions

Module 3: Infrastructure and Application Modernization with Google Cloud

Topics:

  • Modernizing IT infrastructure with Google Cloud
  • Modernizing applications with Google Cloud
  • The value of APIs

Objectives:

  • Describe the key benefits of infrastructure and application modernization with
    reference to cloud technology.
  • Differentiate between virtual machines, containers, and serverless computing.
  • Explain the Google Cloud solutions that help businesses to better manage their
    systems, such as App Engine and Google Kubernetes Engine.
  • Explain how Google Cloud solutions support app modernization and simplify API
    management.

Activities:

  • Address business challenges with infrastructure modernization
  • Relate infrastructure modernization options to your business
  • Identify five key patterns for application modernization
  • Knowledge check – practice exam questions

Module 4: Understanding Google Cloud Security and Operations

Topics:

  • Financial governance in the cloud
  • Security in the cloud
  • Monitoring cloud IT services and operations

Objectives:

  • Describe financial governance in the cloud and Google Cloud’s recommended best
    practices for effective cloud cost management.
  • Define a shared responsibility model for optimal cloud security.
  • Explain how IT teams and business leaders can use principles from DevOps and SRE
    to increase cloud operational efficiency.
  • Identify Google Cloud solutions for cloud resource monitoring and application performance management.

Activities:

  • Identify how to improve operations using cost management approaches
  • Recall and identify common cybersecurity threats
  • Review misconceptions about security in the cloud

Dates & Locations

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June 25, 2026 - June 26, 2026

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June 25, 2026 - June 26, 2026

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August 20, 2026 - August 21, 2026

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August 20, 2026 - August 21, 2026

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October 22, 2026 - October 23, 2026

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October 22, 2026 - October 23, 2026

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December 17, 2026 - December 18, 2026

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December 17, 2026 - December 18, 2026

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Exam & Certification

Google Cloud Digital Leader.

Demonstrate your expertise and validate your ability to transform businesses with Google Cloud technology. Validate your broad knowledge of cloud concepts and the products, services, tools, features, benefits, and use cases of Google Cloud.

 

Training & Certification Guide

A Cloud Digital Leader can articulate the capabilities of Google Cloud core products and services and how they benefit organizations. The Cloud Digital Leader can also describe common business use cases and how cloud solutions support an enterprise.

This certification is for anyone who wishes to demonstrate their knowledge of cloud computing basics and how Google Cloud products and services can be used to achieve an organization’s goals.

The Cloud Digital Leader exam assesses your knowledge in these areas:

  • Digital transformation with Google Cloud (~10% of the exam)
  • Innovating with data and Google Cloud (~30% of the exam)
  • Infrastructure and application modernization (~30% of the exam)
  • Google Cloud security and operations (~30% of the exam)

Length: 90 minutes

Registration fee: $99

Language: English, Japanese

Exam format: Multiple choice and multiple select

Exam Delivery Method:

a. Take the online-proctored exam from a remote location, review the online testing requirements.

b. Take the onsite-proctored exam at a testing center, locate a test center near you.

Prerequisites: None

Recommended experience: Experience collaborating with technical professionals

Certification Renewal / Recertification: Candidates must recertify in order to maintain their certification status. The Cloud Digital Leader certification is valid for three years from the date of certification. Recertification is accomplished by retaking the exam during the recertification eligibility time period and achieving a passing score. You may attempt recertification starting 60 days prior to your certification expiration date.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Demonstrating expertise in using Google Cloud technologies to potential employers or clients, which can help individuals advance their careers and increase their earning potential.
  • Keeping up with the latest developments and best practices in the use of Google Cloud services, which can help professionals stay competitive in their field.
  • Gaining access to a network of certified professionals and experts who can provide guidance and support, as well as opportunities for professional development and collaboration.
  • Earning recognition and credibility from Google, which is a leading provider of cloud computing services and technologies.
  • Preparing for and passing Google Cloud certification exams can also serve as a valuable learning experience, helping individuals to deepen their understanding of Google Cloud technologies and how to apply them in real-world scenarios.

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