COBIT 2019 – Governance of Enterprise IT Training Course
Duration: 14 Hours
Mode: Instructor-Led Live Online
Format: COBIT framework principles, components, goals cascade, governance system design & performance metrics
Includes: Accredited courseware, quizzes & workshops, two practice exams, exam voucher, certificate of completion
Course Overview
COBIT® 2019 (Control Objectives for Information and Related Technologies) is ISACA’s latest framework for the governance and management of enterprise IT, designed to help organizations maximize value from information and technology. This comprehensive training course by Wiseman CyberSec offers a deep dive into COBIT 2019, equipping you with the knowledge to align IT processes with business goals, manage IT-related risk, and ensure regulatory compliance in today’s digital landscape. COBIT 2019 provides a holistic approach to IT governance – acting as a bridge between technical issues, business risks, and control requirements to ensure the quality, control, and reliability of IT services within an organization.
Our COBIT 2019 – Governance of Enterprise IT Training covers the principles, practices, and models that form the basis of the COBIT framework.. Through this course, you will explore COBIT’s governance system components (such as processes, structures, and information), learn how to tailor the framework to your enterprise’s needs, and understand how to implement effective IT governance using COBIT’s guidance. The curriculum is aligned with ISACA’s COBIT 2019 syllabus, preparing you for the COBIT 2019 Foundation certification exam and real-world application of the framework. By the end of the training, you’ll be able to make a strong business case for IT governance initiatives, demonstrate the value of an effective governance system, and contribute to implementing enterprise governance of IT (EGIT) in your organization
Key Highlights of COBIT 2019 Training Course
Comprehensive 24-Hour Training
Expert Instructors
Hands-On Learning
Exam-Focused Approach
Flexible Delivery Modes
Wiseman CyberSec Support
Career & Certification Guidance
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Skills You’ll Learn
By completing the COBIT 2019 training, you will develop a strong skillset in IT governance and management. Key skills and knowledge areas include:
Grasp the core concepts, key principles, and structure of COBIT 2019, the world’s most recognized IT governance framework. Know the purpose of COBIT and how it helps organizations achieve strategic IT objectives.
Learn the six governance system principles (e.g. providing stakeholder value, holistic approach) and the components of a governance system (processes, organizational structures, information flows, etc.) as defined by COBIT 2019
Understand how to align IT goals with business objectives using COBIT’s goals cascade mechanism. Translate stakeholder needs into specific IT initiatives and governance practices
Gain the ability to identify and manage IT-related risks and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations through COBIT’s controls and guidelines. You’ll learn to use COBIT for better risk management and regulatory compliance in enterprise IT.
Acquire practical skills to design and implement a tailored IT governance system for your organization. This includes using COBIT’s Design Factors to customize the framework and following COBIT’s implementation approach for rolling out governance improvements
Learn how COBIT 2019 approaches performance management—using maturity levels and a CMMI-based process capability model to measure and improve IT process performanc. Understand how to assess process capability and identify areas for improvement.
Clearly distinguish between governance and management activities in IT. Understand roles and responsibilities (e.g. boards vs. managers) and how COBIT defines and separates these domains for better accountability
Develop the skill to articulate and demonstrate the business value of implementing COBIT. Learn to create business cases for IT governance initiatives and drive stakeholder buy-in by showing how effective governance maximizes value from IT
Why Choose Wiseman CyberSec for This Training?
Proven Track Record:
We have years of experience delivering high-quality cybersecurity and governance courses. Our COBIT 2019 training content is continually updated to reflect the latest ISACA guidelines and industry best practices.
Certified Expert Trainers
Our instructors are COBIT-certified professionals and seasoned experts in IT governance. They bring real-world insights from working as IT managers, auditors, and consultants, making the sessions relevant and engaging.
Interactive & Engaging Delivery
Wiseman CyberSec emphasizes an interactive learning environment – with live discussions, Q&A sessions, scenario-based workshops, and group activities. This ensures you not only learn the theory but also how to apply COBIT concepts in practice.
Comprehensive Study Materials
Get well-structured course materials, including slides, official references, and practice questions. We provide supplementary resources like cheat sheets for COBIT principles and objectives, and sample exam questions to solidify your understanding.
Flexible Learning Options
Whether you prefer learning in a virtual classroom with peers, one-on-one mentorship, or onsite corporate training for your team, we have you covered. Our flexible scheduling allows working professionals to balance their learning with work commitments.
Post-Training Support
Wiseman CyberSec is committed to your success beyond the classroom. We offer post-training support such as access to instructors for clarifying doubts, assistance in formulating a study plan for the COBIT exam, and continued access to updated course content.
Focus on Exam Success (Training Only)
Our program is tailored to help you succeed in the COBIT 2019 Foundation exam. While we do not administer the certification exam ourselves (you will take the ISACA exam separately), we provide ample guidance on the exam format, sample questions, and exam-taking strategies to boost your confidence.
Holistic Career Guidance
Enrolling with Wiseman CyberSec means you also gain a career partner. Our team provides guidance on building your professional profile in IT governance – from tips on mentioning COBIT skills in your resume to advice on which certification or skill to pursue next for career growth.
Who Should Enroll in this COBIT 2019 Training Course?
COBIT 2019 is valuable for a wide range of professionals who are involved in governing or managing enterprise IT. This course is ideal for:
CIOs, CTOs, IT Directors, and IT Managers responsible for aligning IT strategy with business strategy and ensuring value delivery from IT.
Individuals in IT Governance, IT Risk Management, or Compliance roles who need to implement or maintain governance frameworks and ensure adherence to standards.
IT Auditors, IT consultants, and advisory professionals who assess enterprise IT controls or advise organizations on improving IT management practices
CISOs, Security Managers, and cybersecurity professionals seeking to understand governance requirements and integrate security initiatives within a broader IT governance framework
Professionals handling IT risk assessment, internal control, or assurance activities (e.g. IT risk managers, internal auditors) who want to leverage COBIT for better risk governance.
Project leaders or IT Service Management professionals (ITIL® practitioners, etc.) aiming to gain a governance perspective to ensure their projects and services align with enterprise IT governance standards
Business managers or process owners who work closely with IT and want to ensure IT investments and services are effectively governed and delivering value.
Anyone looking to build a career in IT governance or enterprise IT management. If you plan to pursue advanced governance certifications (like ISACA’s CGEIT) or roles such as IT Governance Analyst, this foundation course is a perfect starting point.
If your role involves making decisions about IT systems, ensuring IT meets business needs, or establishing controls and processes for IT, the COBIT 2019 training will be highly beneficial for you. No prior COBIT experience is required – this course starts from the fundamentals and builds up to advanced concepts, making it suitable for both newcomers and those with some experience in governance.
Prerequisites for the COBIT 2019 Course
One of the advantages of COBIT 2019 Foundation training is that there are no formal prerequisites to enroll. This means you do not need any prior certification or specific course to start learning COBIT 2019. However, to get the most out of the training, we recommend the following background:
Basic IT Knowledge
A general understanding of information technology concepts and terminology will help in grasping COBIT concepts more quickly. For example, familiarity with IT infrastructure, applications, and IT service management can provide context.
Professional Experience (Recommended)
While not mandatory, having some experience in IT management, IT support, audit, security, or related fields will be . Real-world experience helps relate COBIT principles to actual workplace scenarios (e.g., understanding how IT processes function in an organization).
Interest in Governance/Risk
Since COBIT is about governance and control, an interest or basic knowledge in areas like IT governance, risk management, or compliance can be advantageous. If you’ve been part of projects involving compliance (ISO 27001, ITIL, etc.) or audit, you’ll find it easier to appreciate COBIT’s objectives.
Don’t worry if you are new to these areas – the Wiseman CyberSec COBIT 2019 course will start with foundational concepts and build up your knowledge step by step. We ensure that all essential concepts are explained from the ground up. Just come prepared to learn and engage with the material. If you want to prepare ahead of the course, we will provide a pre-course reading guide with key COBIT 2019 information (optional but helpful)
Course Curriculum: Modules Covered in COBIT 2019 Training
Our COBIT 2019 training course curriculum is structured into modules that systematically cover the COBIT 2019 framework and its application. Below is an overview of the modules and topics included:
Module 1: Introduction to COBIT 2019 Framework
Overview of COBIT’s purpose and key terminology. Understand the structure of the COBIT 2019 framework, its scope, and the business benefits of implementing COBIT. We discuss the challenges in enterprise IT governance and how COBIT 2019 addresses them.
Module 2: COBIT 2019 Principles
Learn the principles that underlie COBIT 2019. This includes the six Governance System Principles (e.g., providing stakeholder value, holistic approach, dynamic governance, governance distinct from management, tailored to enterprise needs, end-to-end governance) and the three Governance Framework Principles (based on a conceptual model, open and flexible, aligned to major standards).. You’ll see how these principles guide effective IT governance and management.
Module 3: Governance System & Components
Deep dive into COBIT’s Core Model and the components of a governance system. Explore the 40 Governance and Management Objectives in COBIT 2019 and the five domains (EDM, APO, BAI, DSS, MEA) that organize them. Study the seven components (formerly “enablers”) of the governance system:
Module 4: Performance Management in COBIT 2019
Understand how COBIT 2019 measures and manages performance. We cover the COBIT Performance Management (CPM) model, which is based on a CMMI-inspired capability scheme for processes. Learn about the six levels of process capability (0 to 5), how to assess process maturity, and the concept of focus area maturity for other governance components. This module shows you how to evaluate the current state of IT governance, identify gaps, and track improvements using COBIT’s metrics.
Module 5: Designing a Tailored Governance System
Learn to tailor COBIT 2019 to your organization’s needs. COBIT 2019 introduced Design Factors – enterprise characteristics (like size, risk profile, regulatory requirements, strategy, etc.) that influence how you should design your governance system. In this module, you’ll learn the design process: how to assess relevant design factors, select appropriate governance and management objectives, and prioritize improvements. We also discuss COBIT Focus Areas (e.g., small and medium enterprise, cybersecurity, DevOps) as examples of tailoring COBIT for specific contexts
Module 6: COBIT Implementation Overview
An overview of how to implement and sustain an IT governance program using COBIT. We walk through the COBIT implementation lifecycle, including the seven phases from COBIT’s Implementation Guide
1.What are the drivers?
2.Where are we now?
3.Where do we want to be?
4.What needs to be done?
5.How do we get there?
6. Did we get there?
7.How do we keep momentum?
COBIT 2019 Framework Overview & Exam/Certification Details
COBIT 2019 Framework Overview: COBIT 2019 is the latest iteration of ISACA’s globally recognized framework for Enterprise Governance of IT, building upon the success of COBIT 5 and earlier versions. It provides guidance for organizations to effectively govern and manage IT in a holistic manner. COBIT 2019 emphasizes aligning IT services with strategic business objectives, helping enterprises achieve transparency, accountability, and strategic alignment between IT and the business. By focusing on principles, processes, and enablers (now called components), COBIT provides a structured approach to governance that is adaptable to organizations of all sizes and industries
.Key improvements in COBIT 2019 include updated processes (to reflect modern technology trends), introduction of Design Factors to tailor the governance system, and additional guidance for integration with other standards and frameworks. The framework recognizes the dynamic nature of today’s digital landscape and guides professionals in implementing adaptive governance practices that can evolve with changing business needs. In summary, COBIT 2019 helps enterprises manage IT risks, optimize resources, ensure compliance with regulations, and derive maximum value from IT investments through effective governance.
COBIT 2019 Certification (Foundation Exam): The COBIT 2019 Foundation certificate is an entry-level certification that validates your understanding of the COBIT 2019 framework. Wiseman CyberSec’s training prepares you thoroughly for this exam. Here are important details about the certification exam:
Exam Provider
Exam Format
Passing Criteria
Exam Registration
Certification
Content Covered
Certification Path: Your Journey in IT Governance
Earning the COBIT 2019 Foundation certification is an excellent starting point for a career in IT governance. It opens up a pathway for further professional development and advanced credentials. Here’s how your journey in IT governance can progress after completing this course and certification:
COBIT 2019 Foundation (Current Stage)
You’ll achieve a solid foundation in IT governance with COBIT 2019. This sets you up as a professional knowledgeable in aligning IT with business goals, managing risk, and optimizing IT performance. With the COBIT Foundation certificate, you are recognized as proficient in the leading IT governance framework, which can significantly enhance your career prospects.
Advance to COBIT Design & Implementation
After the foundation, a logical next step is to deepen your COBIT expertise with the COBIT 2019 Design and Implementation training/certificate. This advanced course (also offered by ISACA) teaches you how to design tailored governance systems and effectively implement COBIT in an enterprise. It’s a great way to become a specialist in COBIT and earn another certificate that validates your hands-on implementation skills. Wiseman CyberSec can guide you on pursuing this next level.
Broader ISACA Certifications
COBIT knowledge pairs well with other ISACA certifications. Depending on your career focus, you might consider:
- CGEIT (Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT): A top-tier certification for IT governance professionals. CGEIT demonstrates expertise in enterprise IT governance and is highly valued for senior roles. Your COBIT foundation knowledge will help you in preparing for CGEIT.
- CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor): Ideal for those interested in IT audit and control. COBIT is frequently used in IT audits, and your understanding of COBIT will be an asset.
- CISM (Certified Information Security Manager): For those inclined toward information security management. COBIT covers security governance, complementing CISM’s focus on managing security programs.
Other Complementary Certifications
- ITIL® (IT Service Management): ITIL focuses on service management, while COBIT focuses on governance. Understanding both can make you a well-rounded IT professional.
- Project Management (PMP/PRINCE2) or Risk Management (CRISC): If your role includes project governance or risk, certifications like PMP or CRISC are valuable additions.
Career Roles and Growth
With COBIT 2019 training and certification, you can target roles such as IT Governance Analyst, IT Compliance Manager, Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) Specialist, IT Auditor, or Enterprise IT Manager. As you gain experience and possibly additional certifications, you can advance to higher positions like IT Governance Director, Chief Risk Officer, or CIO. COBIT-certified professionals are recognized as experts in IT governance and are sought after by organizations focused on governance and strategy.
Lifelong Learning & Continuous Improvement
IT governance is an evolving field. Plan to stay updated with ISACA’s latest publications, join professional communities, and contribute to COBIT implementations. Wiseman CyberSec encourages alumni to engage in webinars, advanced workshops, and our community forums to continue learning even after certification.
Career Support and Placement Assistance
Helping you move from certification to career
Career Support and Placement Assistance
At WisemanCyberSec, our commitment to your success goes beyond the classroom. We help you translate your CEH certification into real job opportunities through career services and mentorship.
Placement Assistance
We actively work with companies and recruiters to forward your resume, connect you to roles, and even help schedule interviews. While not guaranteed, many alumni land jobs through our network.
Resume & LinkedIn Profile Building
We help craft a powerful resume and LinkedIn profile to showcase your CEH certification, skills, and projects—making you more visible to recruiters and hiring managers.
Interview Preparation
Prepare with mock interviews, real-world questions, scenario solving, and live tasks. Industry mentors provide feedback on your technical knowledge and communication.
Frequently
Asked Questions
COBIT 2019 is a globally recognized framework for governing and managing enterprise IT, developed by ISACA. It provides a set of principles, practices, and tools to help organizations ensure their IT is aligned with business goals, risks are managed, and value is delivered from IT investments. In essence, COBIT acts as a bridge between business requirements and IT solutions. It’s important because effective IT governance (which COBIT enables) leads to better decision-making, optimized use of IT resources, improved compliance with regulations, and overall higher performance of IT operations – all critical factors in today’s technology-driven businesses.
The COBIT 2019 certifications are provided by ISACA, the global professional association that created the COBIT framework. ISACA administers the official exams for COBIT 2019 (such as the COBIT 2019 Foundation exam). They often work with partners (like APMG International) to accredit training organizations, but the actual certification credential comes from ISACA. Wiseman CyberSec is a training provider – we prepare you for the certification exam through our course, but the exam and certification are handled by ISACA or its authorized exam institutes.
No, the exam is not included as part of the training course fee. Wiseman CyberSec provides the training only (along with practice exams and preparation guidance), but you will need to register and pay for the official COBIT 2019 Foundation exam separately with ISACA or an authorized testing provider. The training thoroughly prepares you for the exam, and we’ll guide you through the registration process. The good news is there are no prerequisites to take the COBIT 2019 Foundation exam – you can schedule it as soon as you feel ready after training. Many of our students schedule their exam within a couple of weeks of finishing the course.
There are no mandatory prerequisites to enroll in our COBIT 2019 training. You don’t need prior COBIT knowledge or any other certification. The course starts with the basics of IT governance and COBIT, so beginners can follow along. That said, having some experience or background in IT (such as IT management, IT support, audit, or security) will help you relate the concepts to real scenarios more quickly. We recommend you have a basic understanding of how IT functions within an organization. If you’re completely new to IT, you might spend a bit of extra time on the foundational concepts, but our instructors will ensure everyone gets up to speed.
The COBIT 2019 training is approximately 24 hours of learning in total, which we typically deliver over a 3-day intensive workshop or spread across weekends (for example, 6 hours every Saturday for 4 weeks) – we offer flexible scheduling. You can choose from multiple delivery modes:
Live online classes (interactive webinars led by our instructor),
In-person classroom sessions (in select locations),
1-on-1 personalized training sessions,
or on-site corporate training for organizations.
All modes include live instructor interaction; this is not a self-paced video course. You’ll be learning in real time with the ability to ask questions and participate in discussions. We provide all necessary digital materials, so you can attend from anywhere. If you have scheduling constraints, our team will work with you to find a suitable batch or arrange one-on-one sessions.
COBIT 2019 certification is centered on IT governance, so it opens up career opportunities where organizations need to ensure effective oversight of IT. Job roles that value COBIT knowledge include:
IT Governance Analyst or Manager – focusing on implementing governance frameworks (like COBIT) in an enterprise.
IT Risk and Compliance Manager – ensuring IT processes meet control requirements and regulatory compliance.
IT Auditor – auditing IT processes and controls; COBIT provides a benchmark for many IT audits.
IT Quality or Process Improvement Analyst – using COBIT to assess and improve IT service delivery and management processes.
GRC (Governance, Risk, Compliance) Consultant – advising companies on governance frameworks and risk management (COBIT expertise is a strong asset here).
According to training providers, after COBIT Foundation you can pursue roles such as IT Governance Specialist, Risk Management Consultant, Compliance Officer, or IT Auditor. If you are already experienced in IT management, COBIT certification can help you move into leadership roles like IT Director or CIO with a governance focus. Keep in mind, landing a specific job will also depend on your overall experience and other qualifications, but COBIT 2019 certainly strengthens your profile for the above roles.
Yes, upon completing the training, Wiseman CyberSec will issue you a Certificate of Completion for the COBIT 2019 course. This certifies that you have undergone professional training in the COBIT 2019 – Governance of Enterprise IT framework. This is separate from the official COBIT 2019 Foundation certification. To receive the official certification from ISACA, you will need to pass the COBIT 2019 Foundation exam. Our course is designed to prepare you for that exam, and our certificate of completion demonstrates your training, which you can show to employers or include in your CV while you work towards the official cert.
COBIT 2019 is an evolution of the COBIT 5 framework. If you are already COBIT 5 certified, COBIT 2019 introduces some new concepts and improvements that are highly beneficial to learn. Differences include:
COBIT 2019 has updated governance and management objectives (40 in total) and is more prescriptive in guidance for each objective.
Introduction of Design Factors in COBIT 2019, which help tailor the governance system to your enterprise’s specific context (this wasn’t in COBIT 5).
COBIT 2019 provides more integration with other frameworks and includes focus area guidance (e.g., small enterprise, cybersecurity).
Some principles have been refined or added; COBIT 5 had 5 principles, whereas COBIT 2019 has additional principle guidance (6 for governance system and 3 for framework design).
ISACA has also indicated that COBIT 2019 will be the basis for current and future governance guidance, though COBIT 5 is still supported. Taking this course will update your knowledge to the latest standard and demonstrate to employers/clients that you are current. If you have COBIT 5 certification, there is a COBIT 2019 Bridge course/exam available that specifically targets the differences. However, our COBIT 2019 course covers the framework in full, so it will serve both as a refresher and an update for COBIT 5 professionals. Many COBIT 5 certified folks take COBIT 2019 training to stay up-to-date.
COBIT 2019 is an evolution of the COBIT 5 framework. If you are already COBIT 5 certified, COBIT 2019 introduces some new concepts and improvements that are highly beneficial to learn. Differences include:
COBIT 2019 has updated governance and management objectives (40 in total) and is more prescriptive in guidance for each objective.
Introduction of Design Factors in COBIT 2019, which help tailor the governance system to your enterprise’s specific context (this wasn’t in COBIT 5).
COBIT 2019 provides more integration with other frameworks and includes focus area guidance (e.g., small enterprise, cybersecurity).
Some principles have been refined or added; COBIT 5 had 5 principles, whereas COBIT 2019 has additional principle guidance (6 for governance system and 3 for framework design).
ISACA has also indicated that COBIT 2019 will be the basis for current and future governance guidance, though COBIT 5 is still supported. Taking this course will update your knowledge to the latest standard and demonstrate to employers/clients that you are current. If you have COBIT 5 certification, there is a COBIT 2019 Bridge course/exam available that specifically targets the differences. However, our COBIT 2019 course covers the framework in full, so it will serve both as a refresher and an update for COBIT 5 professionals. Many COBIT 5 certified folks take COBIT 2019 training to stay up-to-date.
Yes. While you will have to ultimately register for the exam through ISACA or an exam body, we provide assistance to make that process smooth. We will guide you on:
How to create an ISACA account (if you don’t have one) and sign up for the COBIT 2019 Foundation exam.
Information on exam vouchers or schedules if available.
Choosing between testing options (like going to a test center vs. remote proctored exam at home).
During the course, our instructors typically walk the class through the exam registration steps and share the link to ISACA’s exam page. We’ll remind you of any key policies (like identification requirements, exam rules) from ISACA’s candidate guide. If you have any doubts or need help filling out forms, our support team is there to assist. Our goal is to ensure you are fully supported right up to taking the exam.
Master IT governance with COBIT:
• Framework principles • System design & implementation labs
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