COBIT 5 / COBIT 2019 Foundation

Introduction:

COBIT (Control Objectives for Information and Related Technologies) is a comprehensive framework for developing, implementing, monitoring, and improving IT governance and management practices. COBIT 5 and COBIT 2019 provide organizations with best practices for aligning IT goals with business objectives, ensuring the effective and efficient use of IT resources. This course offers a deep dive into the COBIT framework, emphasizing the key principles and components necessary for effective IT governance. Participants will learn how to leverage COBIT to enhance organizational performance and drive digital transformation.

Course Objective:

By the end of this course, participants will:

• Understand the core principles and components of the COBIT framework.

• Gain insights into the differences between COBIT 5 and COBIT 2019.

• Learn to apply COBIT for effective IT governance and management.

• Develop skills to implement COBIT in real-world organizational contexts.

• Understand the role of COBIT in supporting digital transformation and risk management.

Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to COBIT Framework

• Overview of IT governance and its significance in organizations.

• Introduction to COBIT: History, evolution, and relevance.

• Understanding the structure and components of COBIT.

• Hands-On: Setting up the COBIT framework for a sample organization.

Module 2: Key Principles of COBIT

• Exploring the five key principles of COBIT 5 and COBIT 2019.

• Understanding the stakeholder needs and governance objectives.

• Analyzing the importance of governance and management objectives.

• Hands-On: Mapping organizational objectives to COBIT principles.

Module 3: COBIT Governance System and Components

• Understanding the COBIT governance system: Framework, practices, and components.

• Exploring the role of governance and management objectives.

• Introduction to performance management and measurement in COBIT.

• Hands-On: Assessing current governance practices using COBIT components.

Module 4: COBIT Implementation and Transformation

• Steps for implementing COBIT in an organization.

• Creating a roadmap for transformation using COBIT principles.

• Understanding change management and its role in COBIT implementation.

• Hands-On: Developing a COBIT implementation plan for a case study organization.

Module 5: Risk Management and COBIT

• Understanding the relationship between COBIT and risk management.

• Identifying and assessing risks in IT governance and management.

• Developing strategies for risk mitigation using COBIT.

• Hands-On: Conducting a risk assessment using COBIT principles.

Module 6: Performance Measurement and Reporting

• Exploring performance management frameworks in COBIT.

• Understanding the importance of key performance indicators (KPIs).

• Creating effective reporting mechanisms for stakeholders.

• Hands-On: Designing a performance measurement dashboard for COBIT.

Module 7: Integration with Other Frameworks and Standards

• Analyzing the integration of COBIT with frameworks such as ITIL, ISO/IEC 27001, and NIST.

• Understanding how to leverage COBIT for compliance and regulatory requirements.

• Discussing the importance of a holistic approach to IT governance.

• Hands-On: Evaluating the alignment of COBIT with other frameworks in a real-world scenario.

Module 8: Future Trends in IT Governance

• Exploring the future of IT governance and the role of COBIT.

• Understanding the impact of digital transformation on governance practices.

• Discussing emerging technologies and their implications for COBIT.

• Hands-On: Participating in a group discussion on future trends in IT governance.

Capstone Project:

• Participants will develop a comprehensive COBIT-based governance plan for an organization, incorporating all learned principles and best practices.

• Presentation of the project to the class, fostering collaboration and feedback.

Course Duration: 40-60 hours of instructor-led or self-paced learning.
Delivery Mode: Instructor-led online/live sessions or self-paced learning modules.
Target Audience: IT governance professionals, managers, business analysts, and anyone interested in enhancing their understanding of COBIT principles and practices.