COBIT® Foundation

The COBIT® Foundation course equips professionals with the essential skills to implement and manage IT governance frameworks effectively. This course enhances decision-making and risk management capabilities, ensuring that IT systems support business goals and meet compliance requirements within the organisation.

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The COBIT® Foundation course provides professionals with the foundational knowledge needed to understand and apply COBIT® 2019 principles and practices. COBIT® (Control Objectives for Information and Related Technologies) is a globally recognised framework for IT governance, risk management, and compliance.

The course is ideal for professionals looking to understand IT governance and improve their organisation’s ability to respond to business and technological challenges, while maintaining compliance and mitigating risks.

This 2-day course by MPES covers the key components of COBIT® 2019, helping delegates understand how to implement governance practices that align IT with business objectives. Participants will learn about the governance system, performance management, risk management, and how to manage resources effectively. By completing this course, delegates will gain the skills to ensure that IT strategies meet business needs and comply with regulatory standards.

Course Objectives

Understand the key components of COBIT® 2019 and its application in IT governance.
Learn how to align IT goals with business objectives to improve organisational performance.
Gain insight into risk management and the implementation of security measures.
Understand performance management principles for continuous improvement.
Learn the COBIT® framework’s role in managing resources and meeting compliance requirements.

Upon completion, delegates will be well-equipped to apply COBIT® 2019 to improve IT governance, enhance risk management, and support business objectives, ensuring long-term success in the organisation.

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Develop your understanding of essential financial, business and management accounting techniques with ACCA Applied Knowledge. You'll learn basic business and management principles and the skills required of an accountant working in business.

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Learning Outcomes

Master COBIT® 2019 Principles: Gain a solid understanding of COBIT® 2019 and its importance in IT governance.
Align IT with Business Strategy: Learn to ensure that IT systems and processes align with business objectives, improving overall performance.
Implement Effective Risk Management: Develop skills to identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to IT governance.
Governance and Compliance: Learn how to implement practices that ensure compliance with regulatory standards and reduce risk.
Continuous Improvement: Understand how to use COBIT® to continuously improve IT governance, performance, and security.

Target Audience

This course is ideal for professionals in roles related to IT governance, risk management, and compliance, including:

IT Managers
Risk Managers
Governance Professionals
Business Analysts
Compliance Officers
Project Managers

Course content

You’ll be learning about the following topics:

Why COBIT® was introduced, its version history and how it has developed
The 5 underlying principles behind COBIT®
The Seven Enablers of effective IT governance described by the COBIT® framework
The business case for COBIT® and how to present it to stakeholders
How to use the COBIT® Process Capability Model
How to implement COBIT® in an organisation

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Q. What is COBIT® and why is it important?

COBIT® (Control Objectives for Information and Related Technologies) is a globally recognised IT governance framework. It provides a set of best practices and tools for managing and governing IT systems effectively. COBIT® helps organisations align IT with business goals, improve performance, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Q. How does COBIT® help manage IT risks?

COBIT® provides a comprehensive approach to risk management, helping organisations identify, assess, and mitigate IT-related risks. By aligning IT processes with business objectives, COBIT® ensures that risks are properly managed, helping to reduce vulnerabilities and ensure business continuity in the face of potential disruptions.

Q. Can COBIT® be applied to all organisations?

Yes, COBIT® is flexible and scalable, making it applicable to organisations of all sizes and industries. Whether you're in a small business or a large enterprise, COBIT® can be tailored to meet specific needs, ensuring that IT governance practices are aligned with your organisation's goals and objectives.

Q. How does COBIT® improve decision-making?

COBIT® improves decision-making by providing a structured framework for managing IT resources. It enables organisations to make informed decisions by aligning IT investments with business priorities, ensuring that IT initiatives deliver value and contribute to overall business success. It also enhances transparency and accountability in decision-making processes.

Q. What are the career benefits of becoming COBIT® certified?

COBIT® certification enhances career prospects by demonstrating expertise in IT governance and risk management. It validates your ability to apply COBIT® principles in real-world settings, making you a valuable asset to any organisation. This certification opens doors to roles in IT management, compliance, and governance, boosting career growth.

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