Training Topic: IT Governance
Training Framework/Standard: CGEIT
- Duration 4 Days
- Virtual or Classroom
The CGEIT certification is intended for:
Professionals with 5 or more years of experience establishing and managing a framework for the governance of I&T as well as serving in an advisory or oversight role, and/or otherwise supporting the governance of the IT-related contributions.
including:
- SVP, VP, Director
- IT professionals supporting upper management: Consultants, Senior Managers, Managers, Senior Engineers
Governance, ultimately, is the responsibility of upper management and the board. Therefore a high-level understanding of IT governance is essential at this level so they can empower governance practitioners and sponsor the right initiatives.
Domain 1: Governance of Enterprise IT
Governance Framework
- Components of a Governance Framework
- Organizational Structures, Roles, and Responsibilities
- Strategy Development
- Legal and Regulatory Compliance
- Organizational Culture
- Business Ethics
Technology Governance
- Governance Strategy Alignment with Enterprise Objectives
- Strategic Planning Process
- Stakeholder Analysis and Engagement
- Communication and Awareness Strategy
- Enterprise Architecture
- Policies and Standards
Technology Governance
- Information Architecture
- Information Asset Lifecycle
- Information Ownership and Stewardship
- Information Classification and Handling
Domain 2: IT Resources
IT Resource Planning
- Sourcing Strategies
- Resource Capacity Planning
- Acquisition of Resources
IT Resource Optimization
- IT Resource Lifecycle and Asset Management
- Human Resource Competency Assessment and Development
- Management of Contracted Services and Relationships
Domain 3: Benefits Realization
IT Performance and Oversight
- Performance Management
- Change Management
- Governance Monitoring
- Governance Reporting
- Quality Assurance
- Process Development and Improvement
Management of IT-Enabled Investments
- Business Case Development and Evaluation
- IT Investment Management and Reporting
- Performance Metrics
- Benefit Evaluation Methods
Domain 4: Risk Optimization
Risk Strategy
- Risk Frameworks and Standards
- Enterprise Risk Management
- Risk Appetite and Risk Tolerance
Risk Management
- IT-Enabled Capabilities, Processes, and Services
- Business Risk, Exposures, and Threats
- Risk Management Lifecycle
- Risk Assessment Methods
Examination
The Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT® (CGEIT®) exam consists of 150 questions covering 4 job practice domains, all testing your knowledge and ability on real-life job practices leveraged by expert professionals.
Job practice areas tested for and validated by a CGEIT certification exam:
- 40% DOMAIN 1 – GOVERNANCE OF ENTERPRISE IT
- 15% DOMAIN 2 – IT RESOURCES
- 26% DOMAIN 3 – BENEFITS REALIZATION
- 19% DOMAIN 4 – RISK OPTIMIZATION
- Develop competency in IT governance best practices and frameworks.
- Learn to evaluate an organization’s current IT governance practices and frameworks, determine gaps, and recommend improvement plans.
- Understand the importance of a comprehensive IT governance program from the board of directors, executive management, and IT governance teams.
- Evaluate IT risk management, compliance, and assurance control frameworks and review results for accuracy and completeness.
- Learn to provide great oversight of key stakeholders and IT investments for the best IT alignment with the organization’s objectives.
- Discern what IT policies and procedures should be in place and provide advice on how to design, implement, and judge their effectiveness.
- Tailor IT governance to the specific needs of the organization while embodying the level of information security, accountability, and responsible investment.
- Understand the various roles and responsibilities of IT governance within the organization and align them with business goals.
- Identify and manage the risks associated with IT investments and operations.
- Learn how to set the tone for successful IT governance within the organization.
- The Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT) training is best suited to individuals who are already in a leadership and governance role within an organization or seek to move into such a role of governance
- This type of training is best suited for IT directors, IT managers, security engineers, and IT auditors who would be responsible for ensuring the IT policies and procedures are followed within the organization
- CGEIT training would also be beneficial for IT professionals who are already in governance positions and seek to further their knowledge and qualifications in the area
- Additionally, other business professionals, such as business analysts and project managers, who would like to learn more about how enterprise IT governance works and how it will impact their role could also benefit from the CGEIT training
The Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT® (CGEIT®) exam consists of 150 questions covering 4 job practice domains, all testing your knowledge and ability on real-life job practices leveraged by expert professionals.
Job practice areas tested for and validated by a CGEIT certification exam:
- 40% DOMAIN 1 – GOVERNANCE OF ENTERPRISE IT
- 15% DOMAIN 2 – IT RESOURCES
- 26% DOMAIN 3 – BENEFITS REALIZATION
- 19% DOMAIN 4 – RISK OPTIMIZATION
- At least 5 years in an IT-related governance role
- Knowledge of the IT governance framework
- Experience in risk management
- Working knowledge of policy development and its implementations
- Familiarity with IT planning and budgeting processes
- Understanding of organizational structure, roles, and management processes
- Basic knowledge of security, audit functions, and regulatory compliance
- Project management experience
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