COBIT 5 Foundation Course in Dubai

Globally recognized PeopleCert training program

Master the 5 principles and 7 enablers of COBIT

24 hours of instructor-led training

5 modules of advanced curriculum

Flexible payment options are available

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Overview

What we will teach you in our course:

Learn the structure and key features of the COBIT 5 framework
Understand how to translate high-level goals into actionable IT strategies
Learn the characteristics and applications of each enabler
Understand the continual improvement life cycle for enabling change
Gain knowledge about the six capability levels and nine attributes

Learning Objectives

Following course completion, you will excel in:

Gain a full grasp of the COBIT 5 framework, its elements and fundamentals

Develop skills in steering IT governance practices towards business aims

With expert guidance, pass the COBIT 5 certification exam on the first try and get certified

Unlock diverse career paths in IT governance management with certification

Acquire abilities to harmonize IT goals with business objectives effectively

Gain proficiency in managing risks within the IT domain efficiently

Understand compliance standards and ensure organizational adherence

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Mr Babatunde Abioye

Mr Babatunde is a certified IT consultant and a leading corporate trainer in the MENA region with over 15 years of experience. He has significantly contributed to the growth of numerous companies and helped many individuals succeed. At Learners Point Academy, Mr Babatunde offers his expert guidance in the CISSP course, CompTIA Security+ and Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH v12) Course.

His expertise covers computer networking, web designing, Scrum, and more. With a track record of training over 10,000 students, Mr Babatunde has impacted various industries, including professional services and retail.

He is committed to creating a positive learning environment where students feel valued and encouraged. By employing diverse teaching methods, he ensures that training is interactive and tailored to different learning styles, helping students reach their full potential and be industry-ready.

Core Competencies:

Computer Networking
Web Designing
Computer Network Operations
COBIT
TOGAF
ITILv4
PMP
SCRUM
ISO Standards
IT Governance

Professional Qualifications:

Certified IT Consultant with over 15 years of experience in the MENA region
Leading corporate trainer at Learners Point Academy, specializing in CISSP, CompTIA Security+, and Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH v12) courses
Corporate Trainer at Learners Point Academy, Dubai
Cloud Consultant at Country Kitchen Restaurants, Dubai
Customer Relationship Management Specialist at Sell Systems, United Kingdom
Software Engineer at JP Morgan Chase & Co., United States
Lead Information Technology Specialist at Lovelamp Systems & Consulting, Nigeria

Mr. Kashif Husein

Mr. Kashif is a management consultant with over 20 years of experience in corporate governance, risk management, and finance compliance. His expertise has helped many organizations succeed in the UAE and worldwide. As a Chartered Accountant, he specializes in process auditing, internal controls, and investment management.

His visionary approach has earned him international accolades, including the “Communicator of the Year” award. Mr. Kashif uses various teaching methods to engage students and help them reach their full potential both in and out of the classroom.

Core Competencies:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for organizational improvement
Proficient in process auditing, internal controls, and financial management
Ability to develop and implement strategies that drive business growth
Experience in change management and organizational transformation
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to advise on investment management and financial planning
Skilled in conducting market research and competitive analysis
Strong project management and team leadership capabilities

Professional Qualifications:

Partner at NSKT Global, Dubai
Group Internal Audit Manager at Mohammad Omar Bin Haider Holding Group, Dubai
Head of Internal Audit at Dulsco, UAE
Head of Risk & Internal Audit at Bukhatir Group, Sharjah
Group Internal Auditor at Al Abbas Group, Dubai
Senior Auditor at KPMG, Dubai
Semi Senior at Deloitte, Saudi Arabia
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT)
COBIT 5 Certified

KHDA Certificate

Earn a KHDA attested Course Certificate. The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) is the educational quality assurance and regulatory authority of the Government of Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Learners Point Certificate

Earn a Course Completion Certificate, an official Learners Point credential that confirms that you have successfully completed a course with us.

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Curriculum

Structure of the COBIT 5 framework
Business needs and benefits provided by COBIT 5

Meeting stakeholder needs

Benefits realization
Risk and resource optimization
Supporting the creation of business value through IT
Transforming stakeholder needs into an enterprise's actionable strategy
Clarifying the purpose of the goals cascade
Translating high-level enterprise goals into specific IT-related goals

Covering the enterprise end-to-end

A framework for business and IT leaders
Interrelating key roles and activities

Applying a single integrated framework

Implementing COBIT 5 as an integrator
Aligning the practices into a single model

Enabling a holistic approach

Evaluating the key components of the enabler dimension
Reviewing measurement indicators for achieving goals

Separating governance from management

Balancing enterprise direction and objectives
Governance vs. management of IT

Principles, policies, and frameworks

Meeting good practice requirements for the scope, compliance, exceptions, and monitoring
Differentiating policies and principles

Processes

Reviewing the key characteristics of the process goal categories
The Process Reference Model

Organizational structures

Implementing practices for operations, responsibility delegation, and decision-making
The key responsibilities of key organizational roles

Culture, ethics, and behavior

Creating, encouraging, and maintaining desired behaviors
Relating organizational and individual ethics with goals

Information

Reviewing the information quality categories
Interrelating the five steps of the information cycle with the information enablers
Applying information attributes to layers
Assessing context and quality of information to the user with key attributes

Services, infrastructure, and applications

Analyzing the five architecture principles that govern the use of IT-related resources
Relationship with the other enablers

People, skills, and competencies

Defining skill requirements for each role
Mapping the skill categories to the process domains
Skill categories in relation to the process domains

Recalling the facts, terms & concepts of implementation

Management of the program
Change enablement
Core continual improvement life cycle

Applying the continual improvement life cycle to enable change

Reviewing enterprise-specific internal and external environments related to change management
Addressing pain points and trigger events
Phases and characteristics of the life cycle model
Realizing business benefits with a good business case

The core facts, terms, and concepts based on ISO 15504

The six capability levels
The nine attributes
The rating scale
Defining key ISO 15504 terms

Scoping and the Process Assessment Model (PAM)

Identifying the reasons to conduct a process assessment
Differences between maturity and capability assessments
Implementing a Process Reference Model with COBIT 5

Frequently asked questions

COBIT 5 Foundation Course in Dubai is an entry-level credential for individuals to get an understanding of the COBIT framework and manage IT enterprises. Attending the COBIT 5 Foundation Course in Dubai offers numerous benefits for individuals and organizations alike, as follows:

1. Deep understanding of IT governance principles and best practices
2. Effectively manage and govern enterprise IT
3. Enhanced professional credibility through COBIT 5 Foundation certification
4. Access to new career opportunities in the field of IT governance and management

There are no formal prerequisites needed for an individual in Dubai for enrolling in our COBIT 5 Foundation Course. However, having an understanding of IT governance and management concepts is beneficial.

Several individuals belonging to different backgrounds would benefit from attending the COBIT 5 Foundation Course in Dubai. These individuals are as follows:

1. Professionals in IT management, governance, risk management and compliance roles
2. Individuals involved in auditing, assurance and security functions
3. IT professionals seeking skill enhancement
4. Business leaders aiming to improve IT governance practices

There are several important topics covered in the COBIT 5 Foundation Course in Dubai. It is taught by our expert instructors across 5 modules. It covers a wide range of topics like:

Framework structure and business benefits of COBIT 5
Five principles: stakeholder needs, benefits realization, risk optimization, translating stakeholder needs into actionable strategies
Seven enablers: principles, processes, organizational structures, culture, information, services, infrastructure, and people skills
Foundations of COBIT 5 implementation
Integration of the COBIT 5 Process Capability Model based on ISO 15504

COBIT-certified individuals in Dubai enjoy several advantages such as enhanced career opportunities, credibility in IT governance roles and the ability to contribute effectively to organizational IT strategies.

Learners Point offers 3 types of classes in Dubai for the the COBIT 5 Foundation Course. Students are given an option to choose between one of the following:

1. One-on-one training sessions
2. Instructor-led classroom-based group coaching
3. High-quality live and interactive online sessions

COBIT 5 Foundation Certification is important for individuals in Dubai as it demonstrates proficiency in utilizing COBIT 5 principles and aligning IT processes with business objectives. This enables professionals to effectively manage and govern IT processes within their organisations.

After completing the training in Dubai, individuals get several lucrative career opportunities. They work in different job roles in the IT governance domain. Some of these job roles are:

1. IT Governance Manager
2. IT Auditor
3. Compliance Officer
4. IT Risk Manager in various industries