In the era of rapid digital transformation, effective IT governance and management are crucial to ensure that information technology aligns with business objectives and protects digital assets. The "Objective of Information and Related Technology Control" course aims to provide participants with a deep understanding of the COBIT framework and its application in enhancing IT management, ensuring a balance between business value, security, and risk. Through this course, participants will learn how to use COBIT to guide IT strategies and achieve organizational goals with the highest level of efficiency and effectiveness.

Target Audience

• IT Managers
• Cybersecurity Analysts interested in applying the COBIT framework to ensure cybersecurity and compliance in organizations
• Compliance and Risk Managers
• IT Engineers
• IT Consultants
• Graduate students in Information Technology or Business Administration

Program Objectives

By the end of the training program, participants will:

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the COBIT framework and its core objectives in improving IT governance and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Learn how to apply COBIT to achieve effective IT governance within an organization, ensuring coordination between business strategies and IT.
• Understand how to use COBIT to assess IT-related risks and determine risk mitigation methods aligned with organizational goals.
• Learn how to ensure compliance with IT-related laws and regulations using COBIT tools and frameworks.
• Understand how to use COBIT to measure and analyze IT performance and achieve continuous improvements in quality and efficiency.
• Gain knowledge of the core processes in COBIT and how to apply them in different business environments, such as IT planning, directing, and organizing.
• Learn how to conduct periodic assessments to ensure the continuous improvement of IT governance and compliance with best practices.

Definition of COBIT and Its History:

• The Importance of COBIT in IT Governance
• The Benefits Organizations Can Achieve by Implementing COBIT
• The Difference Between COBIT and Other IT Frameworks, Such as ITIL and ISO 27001

Components of COBIT:

• Key Objectives of COBIT
• Components of the Framework: Objectives, Practices, and Activities
• The Relationship Between IT Governance and Business Objectives

IT Governance:

• Concept of IT Governance
• The Role of IT Governance in Achieving Organizational Goals
• Ensuring That IT Strategies Align with Business Objectives

Risk Assessment and Management:

• How to Assess IT-Related Risks
• Strategies to Mitigate IT-Related Risks
• Frameworks for Measuring and Analyzing Performance and Risks

Performance Management and Quality Assurance:

• How to Improve IT Performance Using COBIT
• Quality Assurance in Implementing IT Strategies
• Measuring and Analyzing Performance Using Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Control and Compliance:

• The Importance of Control in IT
• How to Ensure Compliance with Relevant Laws and Regulations (e.g., Data Protection, Cybersecurity)
• Tools and Techniques to Achieve Effective Control

Tools and Resources to Support COBIT Implementation:

• Identifying Tools and Software That Support COBIT Implementation in Organizations
• Using Tools for Continuous Assessment and Analysis

Continuous Analysis and Evaluation:

• The Importance of Ongoing Review to Ensure the Effectiveness of COBIT Implementation
• Developing Mechanisms for Periodic Performance Improvement
• Strategies for Updating and Adapting COBIT According to Changes in the Business and Technology Environment