Overview
COBIT foundation provides the latest framework for the Governance of Enterprise Information and Technology from ISACA. The course helps the modern technology professionals deliver true value by realising maximum benefits while optimising risk and costs to the business.
Throughout COBIT history, it has been used by enterprises around the world to significantly and sustainably improve the management of enterprise IT and governance. In the age of technology-enabled business strategies, the framework has emerged as an indispensable framework. It continues to integrate existing ISACA risk and value management frameworks into an established governance framework as well as provides up-to-date guidance to executives and those charged with making decisions concerning the use of technology in support of organisational objectives. This framework helps both business and technology leaders address the needs of all stakeholders, from shareholders to regulators, across the enterprise.
This course is designed for intermediate learners from a wide range of industries who want to advance their capabilities in enterprise governance of information and technology.
Course Description & Learning Outcomes
This course is designed to equip you with the essential knowledge of the COBIT 2019 Framework, providing a recognised attestation of your understanding. You will learn the core concepts, principles, and methodologies for building, enhancing, and sustaining a robust system for the effective governance and management of enterprise IT.
You will gain specific knowledge in these key areas:
Framework Fundamentals: The overall structure, principles, and concepts.
The Business Case: Understanding the value and drivers for IT governance.
Tailored Governance Design: Customising a governance system to meet specific enterprise needs.
Implementation: The process of putting the governance system into practice.
The Governance System: In-depth look at its components and structure.
Objectives: Defining and linking governance and management objectives.
Performance Management: Measuring, monitoring, and evaluating the governance system.
This course serves as the perfect launchpad for those aspiring to achieve the Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT) certification.
The COBIT Foundation training improves understanding of aligning IT goals with business objectives. IT professionals will learn to use the COBIT framework to gather evidence on key control processes across the organisation, test the effectiveness of selected controls, and identify critical gaps, discrepancies, or weaknesses in operations and product-related processes. This ensures robust governance and improved control environments.
By the end of this course, aspiring IT professionals will be able to:
LO1: Develop and implement business-aligned IT policies/ practices by applying the COBIT framework
LO2: Analyse and communicate internal and external stakeholders’ feedback and requirements by applying the COBIT framework
LO3: Implement ethical and regulatory requirements/guidelines using COBIT management objectives
LO4: Implement and monitor IT process and infrastructure components performance using COBIT
Recommended Prerequisites
This course is ideal for anyone involved in the governance, management, and assurance of enterprise IT. If your role involves ensuring IT delivers value, manages risk, and meets compliance goals, this foundation is for you.
You’ll gain significant value if you are a:
Senior IT or Business Manager: Seeking to strategically align IT with business goals and ensure effective governance.
Risk, GRC, or Program Manager: Responsible for managing IT-related risks, compliance, and large-scale IT initiatives.
Regulator or Consultant: Needing an authoritative framework to assess, advise on, or ensure compliance with IT governance best practices.
Student or Recent Graduate: Looking to build a strong, globally recognised career foundation in IT governance and management.
Pre-course instructions
Certificate of Attendance from Sapience Consulting: Upon meeting at least 75% attendance and passing the assessment(s), participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance from Sapience Consulting.
The following information are relevant for candidates who are seeking SSG-funding support for the course:
Assessments Candidates must pass all prescribed tests/assessments and attain 100% competency to be eligible for funding support. ○ Mode of Assessment: Written Assessment, Case Study Assessment.
Statement of Attainment (SOA) from SkillsFuture Singapore: After passing the assessment(s), you’ll receive a SkillsFuture Singapore Statement of Attainment (SOA) certifying that you have achieved the following Competency Standard(s): ○ IT Governance-4 ICT-SNA-4014-1.1 SFW 4.
Schedule
End Date: 26 Feb 2026, Thursday
3 days, 9am – 6pm
Location: 243 Beach Rd, #02-01 , 189754Agenda
| Day/Time | Agenda Activity/Description |
|---|---|
| Start Date: 24 February | 9am to 6pm |
| End Date: 26 February | 9am to 6pm |
Pricing
Course fees: Eligible applicants may receive up to 70% off course fees through SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) and SkillsFuture Credit (SFC) funding schemes.
Skills Covered
PROFICIENCY LEVEL GUIDE
Beginner: Introduce the subject matter without the need to have any prerequisites.
Proficient: Requires learners to have prior knowledge of the subject.
Expert: Involves advanced and more complex understanding of the subject.
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Speakers
Trainer's Profile:
Huang Yi-Jen, Senior Consultant, Sapience Consulting Pte Ltd
Possessing an in-depth understanding of professional knowledge, various corporate cultures and personal charisma as her main strengths. To achieve superior and sustainable results for the customers, she values being organised, open-minded, innovative and proactive when engaging in delivery. She enjoys the challenges emerged from meeting business requirements and handling complex and diverse stakeholders in the client’s organisation while focusing on true values.
Trainer's Profile:
Feisal Ismail, Principal Consultant, Sapience Consulting Pte Ltd
Extensive technical and managerial experience supporting organisations across government, pharmaceutical, banking and financial industries. Well-versed in creating and leading high-performing teams through effective work methodologies that leverages on technology and best practices to achieve organisational objectives. Communicative, articulate and a firm believer in sharing both knowledge and experience. Highly organised and relish delivering superlative results in high-pressure environments. Believes in providing quality advice grounded in a sapient application of experience, best practices and an acute understanding of real-world realities. Clients can count on me – my word is my bond.
