IT Governance & Risk Management

This course is ideal for professionals responsible for IT governance, security, and risk management, including:

• IT Directors & Managers
• Risk & Compliance Officers
• Chief Information Officers (CIOs) & Chief Technology Officers (CTOs)
• Cyber security & IT Audit Professionals
• Business Leaders overseeing IT operations

Day 1: IT Governance Frameworks & Principles

• Understanding IT governance and its role in business strategy
• Key IT governance frameworks (COBIT, ITIL, ISO 27001)
• IT governance policies and their impact on operations
• IT governance maturity models and assessment methods
• Case studies on successful IT governance implementation

Day 2:   IT Risk Management & Compliance

• Identifying and assessing IT-related risks
• Risk management frameworks and methodologies (NIST, ISO 31000)
• IT compliance and regulatory requirements (GDPR, HIPAA, SOX)
• Business continuity and disaster recovery planning
• Managing third-party risks and vendor compliance

Day 3: Cybersecurity & Risk Mitigation Strategies

• Cyber threats and vulnerabilities in modern IT environments
• Implementing cybersecurity governance and controls
• Risk-based approach to cybersecurity investment
• Incident response and crisis management strategies
• Practical risk mitigation techniques for IT infrastructure

Day 4: IT Strategy & Performance Management

• Aligning IT strategy with business objectives
• IT investment and resource allocation decisions
• Measuring IT performance and effectiveness
• Emerging trends in IT governance and digital transformation
• Optimizing IT governance for innovation and agility

Day 5: Integrating IT Governance & Risk Management

• Best practices for IT governance implementation
• Creating a risk-aware culture within an organization
• Decision-making for IT governance in complex environments
• Continuous improvement in IT risk management strategies
• Developing an action plan for real-world application
• Action planning for applying leadership skills in real-world scenarios