COBIT Course (2019 Foundation)

The COBIT 2019 Foundation course is a comprehensive program designed to provide learners with a deep understanding of the COBIT framework for managing and governing enterprise information and technology (I&T).

This course equips individuals with the knowledge needed to contribute to an organization's Governance and management of IT. It covers the principles, practices, analytical tools, and models that form the basis of the COBIT framework.

Learners will explore the components of the governance system, including Governance and management objectives, performance management, and how to tailor a governance system to fit the unique context of an enterprise through the use of Design factors and Focus areas.

The course also guides learners through the preparation for and taking of the COBIT 2019 Foundation Certificate exam, detailing the exam format, rules, and post-exam processes.

Upon completion, participants will be able to make a strong COBIT business case, demonstrate the value of an effective governance system, and contribute to the implementation of Enterprise governance over IT.

This foundation-level knowledge is critical for professionals looking to enhance their understanding of enterprise IT governance and seeking to apply COBIT practices in their organizations.

Course Prerequisites:

• Certainly. The minimum required prerequisites for successfully undertaking the COBIT 2019 Foundation course are as follows:
• Basic understanding of IT principles and concepts to grasp the framework's applicability in IT governance and management.
• Familiarity with the general structure and content of COBIT 2019, which can be gained through preparatory reading or relevant work experience in IT service delivery, assurance, or governance.
• Interest in learning about IT governance frameworks and a willingness to engage with the course material to understand the COBIT 2019 framework's components and principles.
• Remember, the COBIT 2019 Foundation course is designed to cater to a wide range of professionals, including those new to COBIT or governance frameworks. This course serves as an introductory level, so extensive prior experience is not mandatory.

Learning Objectives And Outcomes:

• Understand the key concepts, benefits, and structure of the COBIT 2019 framework.
• Gain knowledge of the principles that guide the COBIT framework and support governance and management of enterprise IT.
• Learn to apply COBIT in practical contexts, designing and implementing tailored governance systems based on organizational needs.
• Identify and analyze the components of a governance system, including governance and management objectives, components, focus areas, and design factors.
• Recognize the purpose and structure of the COBIT core model and its alignment with governance and management objectives.
• Acquire the ability to assess, design, and optimize IT governance and management using COBIT performance management principles.
• Gain insights into the goals cascade mechanism, effectively translating stakeholder needs into actionable and governance-focused objectives.
• Understand how to create a compelling business case for the adoption and implementation of the COBIT framework within an organization.
• Learn the phases of implementing enterprise governance over IT, utilizing COBIT as a guide for navigating the complexities of IT governance.
• Prepare for the COBIT 2019 Foundation Certificate exam, learning about the exam structure, rules, and how to approach the exam for successful certification.