COBIT 7 Foundation Training - in Cotonou

COBIT 7 Foundation Training Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to COBIT 7

• Meaning and Definition of COBIT
• History and Evolution of COBIT
• Objectives and Purpose of COBIT 7
• Importance of IT Governance
• Difference Between IT Governance and IT Management
• Benefits of Implementing COBIT 7
• Role of ISACA in COBIT Development

Module 2: Governance of Enterprise Information and Technology

• Enterprise Governance Principles
• Governance System and Governance Framework
• Role of the Board of Directors
• Responsibilities of Senior Management
• Stakeholder Needs and Expectations
• Alignment of IT Strategy with Business Strategy
• Value Creation Through Information Technology

Module 3: COBIT 7 Framework Structure

• Governance and Management Concepts
• Governance Components
• Management Practices
• Organisational Structures
• Policies and Procedures
• Information Flows
• People, Skills and Competencies
• Services, Infrastructure and Applications

Module 4: IT Governance and Management Areas

• IT Strategic Planning
• Enterprise Architecture
• IT Risk Management
• Information Security Management
• Cybersecurity Governance
• Data Governance and Management
• IT Service Management
• Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery
• IT Resource Management
• Performance Monitoring and Evaluation
• Regulatory Compliance

Module 5: New Developments in COBIT 7

• Digital Framework Platform: Interactive Digital Access to Framework Content
• Assessment Tools: Flexible and Customisable Assessment Capabilities
• Governance Assessment: Tools to Identify Gaps in Governance and Management Practices
• Supporting Guidance: Additional Resources for Applying the Framework
• Artificial Intelligence Governance: An Important Area to Consider in Modern Enterprise Technology Governance

Module 6: COBIT 7 Implementation

• Assess the Organisation's Current IT Environment
• Identify Business and Stakeholder Requirements
• Establish Governance Responsibilities
• Identify Governance and Management Gaps
• Design an Appropriate Governance System
• Develop Implementation Plans
• Implement Policies and Controls
• Monitor Performance
• Evaluate Results
• Continuously Improve Governance Practices

Module 7: Risk, Security and Compliance

• IT Risk Identification and Assessment
• Risk Treatment and Monitoring
• Information Security Governance
• Access Control and Data Protection
• Cybersecurity Risk Management
• Regulatory and Legal Compliance
• Internal Controls
• Audit and Assurance

Module 8: Performance Measurement and Assessment

• Governance Performance Indicators
• Management Performance Indicators
• Capability Assessment
• Maturity and Performance Evaluation
• Gap Analysis
• Continuous Improvement
• Management Reporting

Module 9: Benefits of COBIT 7

• Better Alignment Between Business and IT
• Improved Governance and Accountability
• Better Management of IT-Related Risks
• Improved Information Security
• Better Utilisation of IT Resources
• Improved Compliance
• Increased Transparency
• Better Decision-Making
• Continuous Organisational Improvement

Module 10: Important Examination Topics

• Definition and Objectives of COBIT 7
• IT Governance Versus IT Management
• Governance Principles and Components
• Roles and Responsibilities
• Risk Management
• Information Security
• COBIT 7 Implementation
• Assessment and Performance Measurement
• COBIT 2019 Versus COBIT 7
• Benefits and Practical Applications

Who Should Attend this COBIT 7 Foundation Training Course?

This COBIT 7 Foundation Training is suitable for professionals involved in enterprise governance, IT management, risk, security, compliance, assurance, and technology leadership. It can particularly benefit:

• IT Governance Professionals
• IT Managers
• Risk Managers
• Information Security Professionals
• Compliance Professionals
• IT Auditors
• Technology Leaders

Prerequisites for the COBIT 7 Foundation Training Course

There are no formal prerequisites for attending this COBIT 7 Foundation Training. However, a basic understanding of IT governance, enterprise technology, risk, security, or management concepts can help delegates engage with the course more effectively.

COBIT 7 Foundation Training Course Overview

COBIT 7 Foundation Training covers the governance and management of enterprise information and technology, helping organisations align technology with business objectives and stakeholder needs. It includes governance systems, management practices, risk, security, compliance, performance assessment, and implementation approaches.

Delegates will develop knowledge of governance responsibilities, organisational structures, policies, information flows, performance indicators, capability assessment, and gap analysis. The course also covers newer COBIT 7 developments, including digital framework access, assessment capabilities, supporting guidance, and AI governance considerations.

This 2-Day course by The Knowledge Academy enables delegates to assess governance requirements, identify gaps, implement appropriate controls, and monitor performance more effectively. They will be better prepared to support enterprise Information and Technology (I&T) governance, risk management, compliance, and continuous improvement.

COBIT 7 Foundation Training Course Objectives

• To understand the purpose, structure, and governance principles of COBIT 7
• To distinguish between enterprise I&T governance and management responsibilities
• To apply COBIT concepts across risk, security, compliance, and technology governance
• To assess governance performance, capability, maturity, and management gaps
• To support the design and implementation of appropriate governance systems
• To monitor performance and contribute to continuous governance improvement

Learning Outcome of this COBIT 7 Foundation Training

Upon completing this COBIT 7 Foundation Training, delegates will understand key principles of enterprise I&T governance, management, risk, security, compliance, and performance assessment. They will also be able to apply COBIT concepts to identify governance gaps, support implementation, evaluate performance, and contribute to continuous improvement.

What’s Included in this COBIT 7 Foundation Training?

• World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
• Interactive Learning with 24*7 Support
• Digital Delegate Pack