
ISO/IEC 38500
IT Governance
ISO/IEC 38500
IT Governance
ISO/IEC 38500 provides principles, definitions, and a model to help the governing bodies understand the importance of Information Technology (IT).This standard is intended to help all types of organizations in evaluating, directing and monitoring the use of Information Technology (IT), regardless of the degree of IT usage. It consists of management practices and decisions associated with the current and future use of IT. The purpose of this standard is to promote an effective, efficient and acceptable use of IT in all organizations by informing and guiding governing bodies in governing the IT use and establishing an IT governance vocabulary.

Benefits of Certification
ISO/IEC 38500 assists governing bodies to ensure that the use of IT contributes positively to the performance of the organization. Therefore, by fulfilling ISO/IEC 38500 requirements, the organizations are able to monitor IT usage, ensure business continuity and sustainability, align IT with business needs and ensure appropriate implementation and operation of IT assets.
Moreover, this standard will help you obtain the necessary expertise and knowledge to support organizations in establishing, implementing and continually improving a framework that complies with the principles and the model for good IT governance set by ISO/IEC 38500.

It also enables you to gain the necessary skills to manage risks, encourage the exploitation of opportunities arising from the use of IT, and avoid inadequate application of ISO/IEC 38500 principles and IT systems. This standard allows you to understand the business strategy and align it with the technology strategy and advise the company on best practices of IT Governance.
With the current increasing trend of requirements for a more qualified staff, organizations are offering great career opportunities to individuals who are certified and have the appropriate experience.
By becoming an ISO/IEC 38500 certified professional, you will have the opportunity to:
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Manage the IT investments properly
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Improve the performance of the organization
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Improve project governance
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Improve the competitive position of the organization
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Minimize IT risks
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Assure greater project success rates
ISO/IEC 38500 IT Corporate Governance Manager
ISO/IEC 38500 IT Governance Manager training enables you to gain a thorough understanding of the core principles for good governance of IT based on ISO/IEC 38500. During this training course, you will also acquire the necessary knowledge to support an organization to apply and manage the ISO/IEC 38500 Evaluate-Direct-Monitor model.
After becoming acquainted with all the necessary concepts and principles of IT Governance, you can sit for the exam and apply for a “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 38500 IT Corporate Governance Manager” credential. By holding a PECB Certificate, you will demonstrate that you have the practical knowledge and skills to manage an IT Governance model.
5
days
2
hours
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Day 1: Introduction to IT Governance and ISO/IEC 38500
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Day 2: Principles for the effective, efficient and acceptable use of IT
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Day 3: Outcomes, performance measurement techniques and Certification Exam
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Target Audience
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Managers or consultants responsible for ensuring good IT Governance within an organization
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Individuals seeking to gain comprehensive knowledge of the core principles of IT Governance
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IT Governance team members
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Expert advisors involved in IT Governance
Learning objectives
By the end of this training course, the participant will:
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Understand the core principles of ISO/IEC 38500 and learn how to interpret them
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Learn about the ISO/IEC 38500 Evaluate-Direct-Monitor Model
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Acquire the necessary knowledge to evaluate, direct and monitor the use of IT in an organization
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Understand COBIT 5 and CGEIT
Educational approach
The training course is participant-centred and contains:
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This training is based on both theory and best practices used in IT Governance
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Lecture sessions are illustrated with examples based on case studies
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Practical exercises are based on a case study which includes role playing and discussions
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Practice tests are similar to the Certification Exam
Prerequisites
A fundamental understanding of ISO/IEC 38500 and comprehensive knowledge of IT Governance.
Lead Auditor
ISO/IEC 38500 Lead IT Corporate Governance Manager training enables you to acquire the expertise to support and lead an organization to successfully evaluate, direct and monitor an IT Governance model based on ISO/IEC 38500. During this training course, you will also gain comprehensive knowledge of the best practices and core principles of IT Governance and be able to effectively apply them in an organization in order to ensure good governance of IT.
After mastering all the necessary concepts and core principles of IT Governance, you can sit for the exam and apply for a “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 38500 Lead IT Corporate Governance Manager” credential. By holding a PECB Certificate, you will demonstrate that you have the professional capabilities and competencies to effectively govern the use of IT within an organization.
5
days
3
hours
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Day 1: Introduction to the anti-bribery management system (ABMS) and ISO 37001
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Day 2: Audit principles and the preparation for and initiation of an audit
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Day 3: On-site audit activities
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Day 4: Closing of the audit
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Day 5: Certification exam
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The exercises, quizzes, and case studies provided are designed to help you practice the most important aspects of an ABMS audit: ISO 37001 requirements, auditing principles, tools and techniques used to obtain evidence, leading a team of auditors, conducting interviews with auditee, reviewing documented information, drafting nonconformity reports, and preparing the final audit report.
The successful completion of the training course is followed by an exam. If you pass the exam, you can apply for the “PECB Certified ISO 37001 Lead Auditor” credential. An IAS accredited and internationally recognized “PECB ISO 37001 Lead Auditor” certificate validates your professional capabilities and demonstrates your ability to audit an ABMS based on ISO 37001.
Target Audience
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Auditors seeking to perform and lead ABMS audits
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Managers or consultants seeking to master the ABMS audit process
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Individuals responsible for maintaining conformity to ISO 37001 requirements in an organization
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Technical experts seeking to prepare for an ABMS audit
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Expert advisors in anti-bribery management
Learning objectives
By the end of this training course, the participant will:
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Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of an anti-bribery management system (ABMS) based on ISO 37001
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Interpret the ISO 37001 requirements for an ABMS from the perspective of an auditor
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Evaluate the ABMS conformity to ISO 37001 requirements, in accordance with the fundamental audit concepts and principles
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Plan, conduct, and close an ISO 37001 compliance audit, in accordance with ISO/IEC 17021-1 requirements, ISO 19011 guidelines, and other best practices of auditing
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Manage an ISO 37001 audit program
Educational approach
This training course is participant centered and contains:
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Theories, approaches, and best practices used in anti-bribery management system auditing
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Lecture sessions, which are illustrated with case studies inspired by real events and practical exercises based on a case study that includes role-playing and discussions
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Interaction between participants by means of questions and suggestions
Prerequisites
The main requirements for participating in this training course are a fundamental understanding of ISO 37001 requirements for an ABMS and a comprehensive knowledge of audit principles.
Foundation
ISO/IEC 38500 Foundation training enables you to learn the best practices for the use of IT within your organisation. During this training course, you will be able to understand the key principles and practices of IT Governance.
After completing this course, you can sit for the exam and apply for a “PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 38500 IT Corporate Governance Foundation” certificate. A PECB Foundation Certificate shows that you have understood the fundamental methodologies, guiding principles and management approach.
2
days
60
min
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Day 1: Introduction to IT Governance and ISO/IEC 38500
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Day 2: Evaluate, Direct and Monitor IT Governance and Certificate Exam
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Target Audience
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Individuals involved in IT Governance
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Individuals seeking to gain knowledge about the main processes of IT Governance
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Individuals interested to pursue a career in IT Governance
Learning objectives
By the end of this training course, the participant will:
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Understand the basic elements of IT Governance
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Acknowledge the principles of good IT Governance
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Understand the ISO/IEC 38500 Evaluate-Direct-Monitor Model and how it can be used
Educational approach
The training course is participant-centred and contains:
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Lecture sessions are illustrated with practical questions and examples
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Practical exercises include examples and discussions
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Practice tests are similar to the Certificate Exam
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites to participate in this training course.