Elite EA/PA Forum We are delighted to announce the Elite EA/PA Forum for the UK & Ireland will be on the 30th of October 2025. Our workshop aims to: Enhance your influence and impact by mastering assertive communication, negotiation, and self-advocacy skills. Stay composed and solution-focused in high-pressure situations with practical tools for crisis management and clear decision-making. Embrace evolving technology by understanding how AI and automation can streamline your role and boost efficiency. Future-proof your career by building strategic value, resilience, and adaptability in an ever-changing professional landscape. Keynote Address with Q&A from the audience (1 of 2): What to expect from Sam's Keynote: With over 30 years supporting leaders at the highest levels, Sam Cohen brings a wealth of insight, experience, and stories (the kind she can share) to the stage. From 18 years serving within The Royal Household - including as Deputy Private Secretary and Press Secretary to Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II - to working with The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, running the Prime Ministerās Office at Downing Street, and serving as Chief of Staff to the global CEO of Rio Tinto, Samās career is a masterclass in discretion, diplomacy, and delivering at the top. In this exclusive keynote, Beyond the Role, Sam will explore how Executive Assistants donāt just support leaders - they shape leadership, drive strategy, and build legacy from behind the scenes. Join us for this rare opportunity to hear from someone whoās been at the epicentre of power - and bring your questions! The keynote will include a live Q&A, where you can ask Sam about her remarkable career, leadership insights, and how to truly excel in high-performance environments. (Donāt ask her what the Queen kept in her handbag - sheās not telling.) Sam Cohen Career Bio: Sam Cohen has spent the last 30 years working to support leaders in the public and private sectors. Sam spent 18 years serving The Royal Household, as Deputy Private Secretary to Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and Press Secretary to The Queen. Sam also served as Private Secretary to The Duke and Duchess of Sussex. Following this time, Sam worked as Director of the Prime Ministerās Office at Downing Street under Boris Johnson and, most recently, was Chief of Staff to the global CEO at Rio Tinto. Source: ABC News - YouTube Channel. Facilitator AM - Monika Turner The Confident Assistant - Speak Up, Go After What You Want & Create The Future You Deserve: Develop practical strategies to negotiate workload, boundaries, and career growth with confidence. Learn assertive communication techniques to handle challenging conversations effectively. Build self-advocacy skills to articulate your value and influence outcomes in the workplace. Monika Turner Career Bio: Monika Anna Turner is an ICF-certified Leadership and Executive coach with over seven years of experience helping professionals unlock their confidence, elevate their voice, and lead with authenticity. Before stepping into coaching, she built a successful career as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, and ultimately Chief Of Staff āgiving her a deep understanding of the unique challenges and strengths of support roles. Originally from Poland, Monika knows firsthand what itās like to question your voice and your valueāespecially in a second language. Her journey from self-doubt to self-assurance informs everything she does today. Through her coaching, she empowers assistants and leaders alike to move beyond fear, speak up and create fulfilling careers theyāre proud of. Keynote Address with Q&A from the audience (2 of 2): What to expect from Monique's Keynote: This isnāt your typical ācommunication 101ā talk. Monique Helstrom brings 27 years of real-world experience, high-level insight, and zero fluff. Sheās coached leaders, built operational ecosystems, and even served as the āChief of Simon Sinekā (yes, that Simon Sinek). Safe to say, she knows a thing or two about working with humansāespecially when theyāre brilliant, busy, and occasionally impossible. In this keynote, Monique will: Call out the silent killers of great communication (you will relate) Show you how to set clearer expectations without sounding like a robot Teach you how to be both direct and kind (itās possible, promise) Arm you with practical strategies that work in real-world pressure-cooker moments Remind you why your voice and presence matterāno matter your title Expect sharp insight, a few laughs, and a lot of āwhy has no one told me this before?ā Monique's Career Bio: With 27 years of experience building humans and operational ecosystems, Monique coaches, recruits, and speaks with one mission: To help people become who they were always meant to be ā effective, self-aware, and unstoppable. Formerly the Executive Assistant and āChief of Simon Sinek,ā Monique was the force behind the scenes of a global thought leadership brand. Sheās worked with top executives, entrepreneurs, assistants, creatives, and mission-driven organisations around the world and has seen the same issue repeat itself time and time again: communication breakdown, unclear expectations, and wasted potential. So she decided to fix it. As a speaker, coach, and specialised recruiter, Monique delivers real talk and real strategies. She teaches principals how to work with, not just have, high-performing assistants and shows assistants how to stand tall, communicate clearly, and own their worth. Her work is rooted in practical psychology, pattern recognition, and the simple the truth that people can change when theyāre given the tools and support to do so. Moniqueās areas of expertise include: Communication ā Building trust, clarity, and accountability for everyone. Executive presence ā Strategic thought, self-confidence, and influence. How to lead, leverage, and grow high-performing assistant partnerships. Goal setting, feedback, and performance coaching that drives personal growth and business results. Identifying operational inefficiencies and translating them into clear, people-powered solutions. Source: Monique Helstrom - YouTube Channel. Panel Session Crisis Mode: What to do when everything goes wrong Master a step-by-step approach to prioritising and problem-solving under pressure. Strengthen emotional resilience and calm decision-making during unexpected disruptions. Learn how to communicate clearly and lead from behind in high-stress situations. Facilitator - PM: Justin Kabbani AI Is Not Here to Replace You. It's Here to Upgrade You. We'll explore Justin's proven 3P framework: Priming ā How to set up AI like a strategic advisor by feeding it context, tone and mindset Prompting ā How to craft clear, structured instructions to get consistently great results Producing ā How to turn AI outputs into high-leverage work that makes you stand out Your session outcomes: Real examples from admin professionals already using AI to elevate their work Prompts you can copy, adapt, and test live Interactive exercises to build confidence fast A practical challenge to implement right after the session If youāve been overwhelmed by AI, or underwhelmed by its impact, this session will change that. You'll leave with tools you can use today, and a mindset youāll carry forward for the rest of your career. Justin Kabbani Career Bio: Justin Kabbani is one of Australiaās most in-demand AI trainers and keynote speakers, known for making AI feel simple, powerful, and immediately useful. Heās worked with brands like Uber, Treasury Wine Estates, and Udemy, helping their teams embed AI into daily workflows, strategic planning, and executive communication. Over the past two years, Justin has trained more than 2,000 professionals across Australia and beyond, consistently earning feedback like āmind-blowing,ā and āgame-changingā. His signature Prime, Prompt, Produce framework has transformed how business leaders, executive assistants, marketers, and teams think, work, and communicate with AI, without needing to be ātech people.ā Justin believes AI isnāt here to replace people. Itās here to take the robotic work off our plate, so we can focus on what humans do best. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinkabbani/ Website: https://justinkabbani.com/ Speed Connections Networking Session Join us for Speed Connections, a lively 30-minute networking session designed to foster meaningful connections in a fun, fast-paced environment. Every 10 minutes, attendees will be placed into new breakout rooms with small groups, giving everyone the chance to meet a diverse range of peers. Each breakout session will feature engaging prompts to spark conversations and make networking enjoyable and memorable! Who will attend this event? Executive Assistant (EA) Personal Assistant (PA) Virtual Assistant (VA) Legal Secretary Legal Executive Assistant Administrative Assistant Office Manager Health Care Office Manager Chief of Staff Additional roles may be relevant depending on role responsibilities along with development opportunities. This workshop is open to females, male including trans women/males and non-binary professionals. 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Aligned with the AIGP certification program, AI Governance ProfessionalĆ¢ĀĀÆTraining is for professionals tasked with implementing AI governance and risk management in their organizations. It provides baseline knowledge and strategies for responding to complex risks associated with the evolving AI landscape. This training meets the rapidly growing need for professionals who can develop, integrate and deploy trustworthy AI systems in line with emerging laws and policies. About This Course This training teaches critical artificial intelligence governance concepts that are also integral to the AIGP certification exam. While not purely a 'test prep' course, this training is appropriate for professionals who plan to certify, as well as for those who want to deepen their AI governance knowledge. Both the training and the exam are based on the same body of knowledge. Ā Module 1: Foundations of artificial intelligence Defines AI and machine learning, presents an overview of the different types of AI systems and their use cases, and positions AI models in the broader socio-cultural context. Module 2: AI impacts on people and responsible AI principles Outlines the core risks and harms posed by AI systems, the characteristics of trustworthy AI systems, and the principles essential to responsible and ethical AI. Module 3: AI development life cycle Describes the AI development life cycle and the broad context in which AI risks are managed. Module 4: Implementing responsible AI governance and risk management Explains how major AI stakeholders collaborate in a layered approach to manage AI risks while acknowledging AI systems' potential societal benefits. Module 5: Implementing AI projects and systems Outlines mapping, planning and scoping AI projects, testing and validating AI systems during development, and managing and monitoring AI systems after deployment. Module 6: Current laws that apply to AI systems Surveys the existing laws that govern the use of AI, outlines key GDPR intersections, and provides awareness of liability reform. Module 7: Existing and emerging AI laws and standards Describes global AI-specific laws and the major frameworks and standards that exemplify how AI systems can be responsibly governed. Module 8: Ongoing AI issues and concerns Presents current discussions and ideas about AI governance, including awareness of legal issues, user concerns, and AI auditing and accountability issues. Accreditation The associated exam is accredited by the IAPP under its ANSI Accreditation Who Should Attend? Any professionals tasked with developing AI governance and risk management in their operations, and anyone pursuing IAPP Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional certification. Prerequisites A general understanding of AI, Corporate Governance, and Business value would be of benefit to participants. Assessment As with all IAPP exams, the AIGP is a 90 question, multiple choice exam to be completed within 150 minutes. Exams are hosted by Pearsonvue and can be taken either remotely, or via any one of hundreds of exam venues globally. A passing score is achieved at 70% Our Guarantee We are an approved IAPP training provider Exam pass guarantee, or retrain until you do, for free What's Included? Participant Guide Study Guide Practice Exam Exam voucher Breakfast, lunch, coffees and snacks (Classroom courses only) Certification Logo
The COLP role goes beyond just ensuring your firm follows the rules in the SRA Standards and Regulations, it also comes with a personal accountability factor that demands your attention. Fear not! This 3 hour course will usher you through the intricacies of being a COLP, ensuring you not only meet but excel in your regulatory obligations. Ā The course will cover: Navigating the Regulatory Landscape: Understanding the Framework for COLPs Dive into the intricate regulatory framework that Compliance Officers for Legal Practice (COLPs) operate under. Shouldering the Responsibility: Unpacking the Duties of a COLP Explore the multifaceted responsibilities that come with the role of a COLP. Choosing the Right Leader: Identifying the Ideal COLP Candidate Learn the criteria for selecting the most suitable individual to take on the crucial role of COLP. Cracking the Codes: Key Elements of Codes and SRA Principles Delve into the essential components of the Codes and SRA Principles that form the backbone of legal compliance. Building a Robust Foundation: Understanding Compliance Systems for All Firms Explore the concept of compliance systems, what they entail, and why every firm should have one in place. Reporting Matters: Recognising 'Serious' Issues, SRA Enforcement Strategy, and Reporting Protocols Uncover the definition of 'serious' matters, grasp the SRA Enforcement Strategy, and gain practical insights on making effective reports to the SRA. Paper Trails Matter: Effective Record Keeping, Including Non-material Breaches Master the art of comprehensive record-keeping, including strategies for recording non-material breaches, and understand why it's integral to compliance. Personal Liability: Understanding and Mitigating Risks Navigate the landscape of personal liability for COLPs and develop strategies to mitigate associated risks. Staying Ahead: Keeping Abreast of Regulatory Changes and Guidance Develop effective strategies for staying up to date with dynamic regulatory changes and evolving guidance. Planning for Compliance: Crafting a Robust Strategy, Assessing Risk, and File Reviewing Formulate a comprehensive plan for tackling compliance, including risk assessment, maintaining risk registers, and implementing effective file reviewing. Across the Board: Legal and Regulatory Compliance Areas Every COLP Must Master Gain a high-level overview of crucial legal and regulatory compliance areas, including AML, transparency rules, and other pivotal aspects that demand the attention of all COLPs. Target Audience This online course is suitable for those new to the COLP role, or those supporting the COLP and for those that would like a refresher of the role and their responsibilities. Resources Comprehensive and up to date course notes will be provided to all delegates which may be useful for ongoing reference or cascade training. Please note a recording of the course willĀ notĀ be made available. Speaker Helen Torresi, Consultant, DG Legal Helen is a qualified solicitor with a diverse professional background spanning leadership roles in both the legal and tech/corporate sectors. Throughout her career, she has held key positions such as COLP, HOLP, MLCO, MLRO and DPO for law firms and various regulated businesses and services. Helenās specialised areas encompass AML, complaint and firm negligence handling, DPA compliance, file review and auditing, law management, and operational effectiveness in law firms, particularly in conveyancing (CQS).
Ā This training course aims to equip you with in-depth knowledge on ISO 9001 requirements, as well as the best practices and approaches used for the implementation and subsequent maintenance of a QMS. By attending this training course, you can help organizations utilize a structured and evidence-based approach for managing the quality of their products and services. Apart from this, you will also learn about the importance of customer focus and benefits of setting the foundations of an organizational culture which enables and supports quality. The training course is followed by a certification exam. If you pass, you can gain the "Certified ISO 9001 Lead Implementer' credential. ThisĀ certificate validates your competence to implement a QMS based on the requirements of ISO 9001. About This Course Ā Learning objectives Ā By the end of this training course, the participant will be able to: Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of a quality management system (QMS) based on ISO 9001 Interpret the requirements of ISO 9001 for a QMS from the perspective of an implementer Initiate and plan the implementation of a QMS based on ISO 9001, by utilizing best practice Support an organization in operating, maintaining, and continually improving a QMS based on ISO 9001 Prepare an organization to undergo a third-party certification audit Ā Educational approach Ā This training course is learner-centred and contains: Theories, approaches, and best practices used in management system implementation, operation, maintenance, and continual improvement Theoretical basis supported by practical examples, throughout the four days of the training course Interaction between the trainers and participants by means of questions and discussions Essay-type homework exercises at the end of each day Quizzes with stand-alone items (after each section) and scenario-based quizzes (at the end of each day), intended to prepare the participants for the certification exam Accreditation Ā Assessment Ā The exam covers the following competency domains: Domain 1:Ā Fundamental principles and concepts of a quality management system Domain 2:Ā Initiation of a QMS implementation Domain 3:Ā Planning of a QMS implementation based on ISO 9001 Domain 4:Ā Implementation of a QMS based on ISO 9001 Domain 5:Ā Monitoring and measurement of a QMS based on ISO 9001 Domain 6:Ā Continual improvement of a QMS based on ISO 9001 Domain 7:Ā Preparation for a QMS certification audit Ā The exam itself is a 12 question, essay type format, to be completed within a 150 minute window. The exam pass mark is 70%. Exam results are provided within 24 hours. Our Guarantee Ā We are an official IECB Training Provider If you fail an exam, you can try again for free If you feel you need additional training, you can train for free too Prerequisites Ā The main requirements for participating in this training course are a basic knowledge of ISO management system standards, overall knowledge of ISO 9001, and the MS implementation principles. An understanding of ISO's quality management principles may also facilitate the learning process. What's Included? Ā Official Study Guides 4 day's Instructor led training Exam fees Who Should Attend? Ā The ISO 9001 Lead Implementer training course is intended for: Personnel responsible for maintaining and improving the quality of the products and services of the organization Personnel responsible for meeting customer requirements Consultants, advisors, professionals wishing to obtain in-depth knowledge of ISO 9001 requirements for a QMS Professionals wishing to acquaint themselves with best practice methodology for implementing a QMS Individuals responsible for maintaining the conformity of QMS to ISO 9001 requirements Members of QMS implementation and operation teams Individuals aspiring to pursue a career in quality management Provided by Ā This course is Accredited by NACSand Administered by the IECB.
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Ā ISO/IEC 27032: 2023 Lead Cybersecurity Manager training enables you to acquire the expertise and competence needed to support an organization in implementing and managing a Cybersecurity program based on ISO 27032: 2023Ā and the NIST Cybersecurity framework. About This Course Ā During this training course, you will gain a comprehensive knowledge of Cybersecurity, the relationship between Cybersecurity and other types of IT security, and stakeholders' role in Cybersecurity.Ā Ā After mastering all the necessary concepts of Cybersecurity, you can sit for the exam and gain "Certified ISO/IEC 27032 Lead Cybersecurity Manager' Certification. By holding this certification, you will be able to demonstrate that you have the practical knowledge and professional capabilities to support and lead a team in managing Cybersecurity. Ā Learning objectives Ā Acquire comprehensive knowledge on the elements and operations of a Cybersecurity Program in conformance with ISO/IEC 27032 and NIST Cybersecurity framework Acknowledge the correlation between ISO 27032, NIST Cybersecurity framework and other standards and operating frameworks Master the concepts, approaches, standards, methods and techniques used to effectively set up, implement, and manage a Cybersecurity program within an organization Learn how to interpret the guidelines of ISO/IEC 27032 in the specific context of an organization Master the necessary expertise to plan, implement, manage, control and maintain a Cybersecurity Program as specified in ISO/IEC 27032 and NIST Cybersecurity framework Acquire the necessary expertise to advise an organization on the best practices for managing Cybersecurity Ā Educational approach Ā This training is based on both theory and best practices used in the implementation and management of a Cybersecurity Program Lecture sessions are illustrated with examples based on case studies Practical exercises are based on a case study which includes role playing and discussions Practical tests are similar to the Certification Exam Prerequisites Ā A fundamental understanding of ISO/IEC 27032: 2023 and comprehensive knowledge of Cybersecurity. What's Included? Ā Refreshments & Lunch (Classroom courses only) Course Slide Deck Official Study Guides CPD Certificate The Exam Who Should Attend? Ā Cybersecurity professionals Information Security experts Professionals seeking to manage a Cybersecurity program Individuals responsible to develop a Cybersecurity program IT specialists Information Technology expert advisors IT professionals looking to enhance their technical skills and knowledge Accreditation Assessment Ā Ā Delegates sit a combined exam, consisting of in-course quizzes and exercises, as well as a final 12 question, essay type exam on Day 4 of the course. The overall passing score is 70%, to be achieved within the 150 minute time allowance. Exam results are provided within 24 hours, with both a Certificate and a digital badge provided as proof of success. Provided by Ā This course is Accredited by NACS and Administered by the IECB
Disciplined Agile Senior Scrum Master (DASSM): In-House Training Do you want to take Disciplined Agile® to a new level? Are you looking for tools to solve complex problems and enhance your organization's agility? Do you want to learn how to lead your team to excellence? Expand your knowledge and build practical skills around Disciplined Agile®, business agility, leadership, and team development. Disciplined Agile Senior Scrum Master is a nine-lesson, instructor-led course that shows you how to use the Disciplined Agile tool kit to solve a variety of advanced problems, work with allies within your organization, and optimize how teams work. You will gain knowledge in planning, reporting and metrics, and coordinating activities, as well as how to meet challenges in these areas. And you'll develop the skills you need to foster emotional intelligence, resolve conflicts, and lead high-performance teams at any stage of development. Filled with activities, supplemental reading, and more, this course will prepare you to take the Disciplined Agile Senior Scrum Master (DASSM) exam and, equally important, start using Disciplined Agile immediately within your leadership role. What You Will Learn After the completion of this course, you will be able to: Accelerate your ability to lead high-profile initiatives that are critical to enterprise success Take a deep dive into the Disciplined Agile® tool kit to develop a comprehensive understanding of the hundreds of practices and strategies it contains and the trade-offs of applying them Apply the Disciplined Agile tool kit in hands-on exercises to guide your team in choosing and evolving your best way of working (WoW) in real-life situations Use the tool kit to solve complex challenges commonly encountered in development and operational teams, the value stream, and at the enterprise level Learn how to design and implement metrics that measure your improvements in areas where your teams are struggling Understand how to nurture emotional intelligence Feel confident empowering others on your team(s) Learn how to lead your teams in any situation to improve value delivery for your customers Apply the Disciplined Agile tool kit to guide your team in choosing and evolving the best way of working (WoW) in the situation you face Be prepared to take the Disciplined Agile® Senior Scrum Master (DASSM) exam and earn a valuable, credible certification Roles and responsibilities of DASSM Tuckman Team Development Model Emotional intelligence and why it is essential to team performance Business agility Tactical scaling factors in more complex situations Disciplined DevOps layer 'Test-first' method as it relates to the quality of requirements Scope and purpose of the value stream layer Coordinate activities process goal and why it is important Value creation structure of teams DA⢠tool kit to optimize the flow of work and solve challenges related to coordinating and collaborating across teams, or within a larger team of teams Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Resolution Planning Five levels of scope Metrics
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)Ā® Exam Prep: In-House Training: In-House Training This course gives you the knowledge you need to pass the exam and covers CAPMĀ®-critical information on project management theory, principles, techniques, and methods Are you planning on taking the CAPMĀ® examination? This course gives you the knowledge you need to pass the exam and covers CAPMĀ®-critical information on project management theory, principles, techniques, and methods. You'll also have an opportunity for practical applications and time to review the kinds of questions you'll find in the CAPMĀ® Exam. What you Will Learn Apply for the CAPMĀ® Examination Develop a personal exam preparation plan Describe the structure, intent, and framework principles of the current edition of the PMBOKĀ® Guide Explain the PMBOKĀ® Guide Knowledge Areas, as well as their inter-relationships with the each other and the Process Groups Getting Started Program orientation The CAPMĀ® certification process Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPMĀ®) Examination Content Outline CAPMĀ® eligibility requirements Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct Application options Foundation Concepts Skills and qualities of a project manager Project management terminology and definitions Relationship of project, program, portfolio, and operations management Project lifecycle approaches Project Integration Management Review Project Integration Management Knowledge Area Develop Project Charter Develop Project Management Plan Direct and Manage Project Work Manage Project Knowledge Monitoring and Controlling Perform Integrated Change Control Close Project or Phase Project Stakeholder Management Review Project Stakeholder Management Knowledge Area Identify Stakeholders Plan Stakeholder Engagement Manage Stakeholder Engagement Monitor Stakeholder Engagement Project Scope Management Review Project Scope Management Knowledge Area Plan Scope Management Collect Requirements Define Scope Create WBS Validate Scope Control Scope Project Schedule Management Review Project Schedule Management Knowledge Area Plan Schedule Management Define Activities Sequence Activities Estimate Activity Durations Develop Schedule Control Schedule Project Cost Management Review Project Cost Management Knowledge Area Plan Cost Management Estimate Costs Determine Budget Control Schedule Project Resource Management Review Project Resource Management Knowledge Area Plan Resource Management Estimate Activity Resources Acquire Resources Develop Team Manage Team Control Resources Project Quality Management Review Project Quality Management Knowledge Area Plan Quality Management Manage Quality Control Quality Project Risk Management Review Project Risk Management Knowledge Area Plan Risk Management Identify Risks Perform Qualitative Risk Analysis Perform Quantitative Risk Analysis Plan Risk Responses Implement Risk Responses Monitor Risks Project Communications Management Review Project Communications Management Knowledge Area Plan Communications Management Manage Communications Monitor Communications Project Procurement Management Review Project Procurement Management Knowledge Area Plan Procurement Management Conduct Procurements Control Procurements Summary and Next Steps Program Review Mock CAPMĀ® Exam Getting Prepared for the CAPMĀ® Exam After the CAPMĀ® Exam
Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for The COBIT 2019 Foundation course would suit candidates working in the following IT professions or areas: IT Auditors IT Managers IT Quality professionals IT Leadership IT Developers Process practitioners Managers in IT service providing firms The above list is a suggestion only; individuals may wish to attend based on their own career aspirations, personal goals or objectives. Delegates may take as few or as many Intermediate qualifications as they require, and to suit their needs. Overview This COBIT 2019 Foundation course is designed as an introduction to COBIT 2019 and enables you to understand how an integrated business framework for the governance and management of enterprise IT can be utilized to achieve IT business integration, cost reductions and increased productivity. The syllabus areas that this course is designed to cover are: New framework introduction Key concepts and terminology Governance and Framework Principles Governance system and components Governance and management objectives Performance management Designing a tailored governance system COBIT 2019 builds on and integrates more than 25 years of development in this field, not only incorporating new insights from science, but also operationalizing these insights as practice. The heart of the COBIT framework updates COBIT principles while laying out the structure of the overall framework including: New concepts are introduced and terminology is explained?the COBIT Core Model and its 40 governance and management objectives provide the platform for establishing your governance program. The performance management system is updated and allows the flexibility to use maturity measurements as well as capability measurements. Introductions to design factors and focus areas offer additional practical guidance on flexible adoption of COBIT 2019, whether for specific projects or full implementation. From its foundation in the IT audit community, COBIT has developed into a broader and more comprehensive information and technology (I&T) governance and management framework and continues to establish itself as a generally accepted framework for I&T governance. 1 - COBIT 5 OVERVIEW AND INTRODUCTION Course Administration Course Objectives Exam Overview Certification Scheme History of COBIT COBIT 2019 Improvements Major differences with 2019 Misconceptions about COBIT COBIT and Other Standards 2 - KEY CONCEPTS AND TERMINOLOGY Introduction to Enterprise Governance of Information and Technology Benefits of Information and Technology Governance COBIT Information and Technology Governance Framework Distinction of Governance and Management Three Principles of a Governance Framework Six Principles for a Governance System 3 - GOVERNANCE SYSTEMS AND COMPONENTS Introduction to the Components of a Governance System Processes and Capability Levels Organizational Structures and Defined Roles Information Flows and Items People, Skills and Competencies Principles, Policies and Frameworks Culture, Ethics and Behavior Services, Infrastructure and Applications 4 - GOVERNANCE MANAGEMENT OBJECTIVES Governance and Management Objectives Publication Governance and Management Objectives Governance and Management Objectives Core Model Evaluate, Direct and Monitor Align, Plan and Organize Build, Acquire and Implement Deliver, Service and Support Monitor, Evaluate and Assess 5 - GOALS CASCADE Governance and Management Objective Relationships Governance and Management Objective Descriptions High-Level Information Example Introduction to the Goals Cascade Enterprise Goals Alignment Goals Mapping Tables ? Appendix A 6 - PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT Introduction to Performance Management COBIT Performance Management Principles COBIT Performance Management (CPM) Overview Process Capability Levels Rating Process Activities Focus Area Maturity Levels Performance Management of Organizational Structures Performance Management of Information Items Performance Management of Culture and Behavior 7 - DESIGNING A TAILORED GOVERNANCE SYSTEM The Need for Tailoring Design Factors Enterprise Strategy Enterprise Goals Risk Profile I&T Related Issues Threat Landscape Compliance Requirements Role of IT Sourcing Model for IT IT Implementation Methods Technology Adoption Strategy Enterprise Size Focus Areas Designing a Tailored Governance System Management Objective Priority and Target Capability Levels Component Variations Specific Focus Areas Stages and Steps in the Design Process 8 - IMPLEMENTING ENTERPRISE GOVERNANCE OF IT The Business Case The COBIT Implementation Guide Purpose COBIT Implementation Approach Phase 1 ? What are the Drivers Phase 2 ? Where are we Now Phase 3 ? Where do we Want to be Phase 4 ? What Needs to be Done Phase 5 ? How do we get There Phase 6 ? Did we get There Phase 7 How do we Weep the Momentum Going? EGIT Implementation Program Challenges
Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for The audience for this course is anyone who wants to acquire foundation level knowledge on data centre infrastructure. This course is ideally suited for data centre new hires, internal data centre support staff, IT support staff who work in the data centre, helpdesk staff, vendors/suppliers who install/maintain data centre equipment, building maintenance staff including data centre cleaners and other supporting functions, and fresh graduates. This course is also well suited for individuals working in data centre business support functions such as sales/pre-sales, HR, Finance and business administration. Overview The DCFC course will prepare participants for entry into the exciting and high-growth data centre industry. It will ensure that participants acquire the required basic knowledge to take on a wide variety of jobs in the data centre industry. It will also provide the required knowledge and skill to further their training into specialised areas on data centre design/build, operations/governance or standards/compliance. The Data Centre Foundation Certificate (DCFCĆĀ©) is a 2-day course designed to deliver foundation knowledge about data centre facilities infrastructure. It provides participants with global overview and knowledge on data centres which will be of advantage to the participants who are looking at joining the ranks of professionals working in the data centre, ICT, infrastructure or the mechanical and electrical (M&E) design industries. It will also form a solid foundation for participants who wish to pursue his/her studies either academically or to further his/her industry specialisation with professional certification courses on data centre design/build, operations/governance and/or standards/compliance. With the tremendous growth of data and the data centres to support it, the demand for data centre professionals will grow in tandem. Introduction to Data Centres History of data centres Definition of different type data centres Data Centre Standards List of standards Rating definitions Data Centre Facilities Areas Listing of all areas and their functions Topology Designs Definition of Ratings Components of the Power Infrastructure Utility power Transformers Generators Fuel systems ATS UPS systems Batteries Electric panels Cabling/busbar systems Power rails/strips Lights Lights Emergency lights Cooling Infrastructure Chillers DX Systems Evaporators CRAC/CRAU/HVAC Raised floor Non-raised floor Containment ICT/Network Infrastructure Equipment racks Network cabling (fibre, copper) Cable trays and pathways TIA-606 labelling Data Centre Security Perimeter security Physical protection CCTV Access control Security management Fire Suppression Detection systems Suppression systems Prevention systems Fire extinguishers Fire Safety Monitoring and reporting DCIM EMS/BMS