Surgent's IT Governance and Risk Management

Overview

This course covers the key components of IT governance and risk management through interactive discussions and hands-on activities. By the end of the course, participants will have a thorough understanding of the function of IT governance within an organization, including roles and responsibilities and key frameworks. In addition, participants will learn about IT risk identification and assessment methods and IT general and application controls. Business process management and change management will also be discussed.

Highlights

• The role of IT governance within an organization
• IT governance principles
• IT risk identification and assessment methods
• IT control frameworks (e.g., COBIT, ITIL)
• IT general controls and application controls
• Business process management
• Change management

Prerequisites

None

Designed For

Experienced CPAs, CITP designation holders and aspirants, and accountants seeking a greater understanding of information systems and controls

Objectives

• Explain the role of IT governance within an organization
• Describe key IT governance frameworks, including COBIT, ITIL, and ISO/IEC 27001 and 27002
• Identify IT governance roles and responsibilities
• Explore IT risk identification and assessment methods
• Describe IT general controls and application controls
• Discuss business process management and change management

Preparation

None