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ISO/IEC 38500 Lead IT Corporate Governance Manager

Acquire the expertise to support and lead an organisation in evaluating, directing and monitoring an IT governance model based on ISO/IEC 38500, aligning the use of IT with strategy, value and risk.

5 daysof training
Leadadvanced level
EN · FRlanguages
OfficialPECB exam incl.

Who is this course for?

  • IT and business leaders responsible for IT governance
  • Governance, risk and compliance managers
  • Consultants leading IT governance initiatives
  • Professionals building an IT governance specialisation

What you'll gain

  • The PECB Certified ISO/IEC 38500 Lead IT Corporate Governance Manager credential, recognised internationally
  • The ability to lead an ISO/IEC 38500 governance model
  • Command of the evaluate, direct and monitor cycle and IT risk
  • A specialised IT governance profile

Course programme

Day 1 · Introduction to IT governance and ISO/IEC 38500
  • IT governance concepts, drivers and benefits
  • The six principles of ISO/IEC 38500
  • Context, roles and governance framework
Day 2 · Principles, responsibilities, accountabilities and risk
  • Guiding principles and their application
  • Responsibilities and accountabilities
  • IT governance and risk management
Day 3 · Evaluate and direct IT governance
  • Evaluating the current and future use of IT
  • Directing plans, policies and investments
  • Aligning IT with business objectives
Day 4 · Monitor, review and continual improvement
  • Monitoring performance and conformity
  • Governance reviews and reporting
  • Continual improvement of IT governance
Day 5 · Certification exam
  • Review and mock exam
  • Official "PECB Certified ISO/IEC 38500 Lead IT Corporate Governance Manager" exam (3 hours)

Exam, credits & certification

3 h
Duration of the official PECB exam
31 CPD
Continuing Professional Development credits granted by the course
Included
Exam, marking and first issue of the certification, included in the price

Once you pass the exam, you can apply for the "PECB Certified ISO/IEC 38500 Lead IT Corporate Governance Manager" credential. The exam includes 2 attempts: the first plus a free retake, usable within the following 12 months. Passing first time is no longer a source of pressure. CPD credits correspond to the course level according to PECB. The exam duration is indicative; ask me for the exact details when you enrol.

Your trainer

Ricardo Coronel Lemus, PECB trainer

Ricardo Coronel Lemus

Practising GRC / vCISO consultant · PECB Certified Trainer (CT6496)

More than 20 years in cybersecurity and compliance, today a vCISO and GRC consultant with real clients in France, Spain and Mexico. I don't approach these standards theoretically: I apply them day to day with real clients: that's what I bring to the coaching and exam preparation I offer.

ISO 27001 Lead Auditor / Lead Implementer CISSPCISMCRISCCCISODORA Lead ManagerPCI DSS - PCIP

Frequently asked questions

Do I need any prerequisites?
There are no formal prerequisites. A basic familiarity with ISO 27001 (for example the Foundation level) is recommended, but not required.
What language is the exam in?
The official PECB material and exam for this course are available in the languages shown on this page. Coaching is delivered in English to prepare you thoroughly. If you need a specific language, contact us and we will confirm it.
What is the difference between Self-Study and Self-Study + Coaching?
Self-Study gives you the official material, the exam and the certification to progress at your own pace. The coaching option adds one-to-one sessions with me, real-world case studies and guided exam preparation: I support you until you feel ready to get certified.
What if I don't pass the exam?
The PECB exam includes 2 attempts: the first plus a free retake usable within the following 12 months. So a failure doesn't leave you stranded. What's more, with the coaching option we prepare for the exam together with mock exams so that you arrive with confidence.
How does ISO/IEC 38500 relate to COBIT and IT management standards?
ISO/IEC 38500 sets the governance principles that guide the board and executives, while frameworks such as COBIT and standards like ISO/IEC 20000 address the management and delivery of IT. They complement each other.

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