The PECB Certified ISO/IEC 38500 Foundation course introduces participants to the core principles, model, and framework of governance of IT based on ISO/IEC 38500:2024. It provides essential guidance on how organizations can govern their use of IT, digital capabilities, and data in a responsible, effective, and ethical manner. This course lays the groundwork for understanding how governance supports organizational purpose and stakeholder expectations in today’s digital landscape.
Why You Should Attend
As organizations deepen their reliance on IT and digital capabilities, the ability to govern these resources effectively has become essential. In an era shaped by technological change, heightened risk, and evolving stakeholder expectations, understanding how to establish governance for the use of IT is fundamental to building resilient and accountable organizations. The ISO/IEC 38500 Foundation training course provides the basic concepts and principles for the use of IT. It offers a clear and structured approach to help participants understand the principles, model, and framework of the governance of IT as outlined in ISO/IEC 38500. After attending the training course, you can sit for the exam and, if you successfully pass it, you can apply for the “PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 38500 Foundation” credential. A PECB Foundation certificate validates your understanding of good governance practices in the context of digital transformation.
Who Should Attend?
This training course is intended for managers and consultants seeking knowledge about the basic concepts and principles of governance of IT; individuals involved in digital transformation, compliance, or IT-related initiatives; professionals entering governance, risk, or IT management roles; consultants and advisors interested in familiarizing themselves with ISO/IEC 38500; and individuals wishing to build a solid foundation in governance of IT as a pathway toward advanced responsibilities or certification.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to interpret the concepts and principles for the governance of IT; explain the ISO/IEC 38500 model for the governance of IT; and describe the ISO/IEC 38500 framework for the governance of IT.
Educational Approach
Participants are strongly encouraged to interact with one another, exchange ideas, and actively participate in discussions. The quiz structure within the course closely mirrors that of the certification exam, ensuring participants are well-prepared. PECB offers various training course delivery formats, from traditional classroom settings to modern, technology-driven solutions. To learn more about these formats, please click here.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites to participate in this training course.
The course covers two days of content and carries 14 CPD credits. In the self-study format you cover the same material at your own pace.
Yes. The course fee includes the PECB certification and examination fees. If you do not pass, one complimentary retake is available within 12 months of your first attempt.
There are no prerequisites to participate in this training course.
It is available as self-study (English) and hybrid learning (English). Choose the format and language before adding the course to your cart.
Hybrid learning combines the self-paced course with one day of one-to-one live coaching with the instructor. The day can be split into a half day before you start studying and a half day before your exam, so you go in prepared.
There is no scheduled live class for this course at the moment. The hybrid option adds one day of one-to-one live coaching with the instructor. Organizations that want a dedicated live session can contact us at [email protected].
PECB issues the certificate. After passing the exam you can apply for the “PECB ISO/IEC 38500 Foundation” credential. Horus Academy is a PECB Authorized Silver Partner and does not issue the certificate itself.
The “PECB ISO/IEC 38500 Foundation” exam fully meets all the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP) requirements. It covers the following competency domains:
Domain 1: Fundamental concepts and principles of governance of IT
Domain 2: Model and framework for the governance of IT
After passing the exam, you can apply for the credential shown in the table below. The certificate requirements for PECB ISO/IEC 38500 Foundation are:
| Designation | Exam | Professional experience | MS audit/assessment experience | ITCGMS project experience | Other requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 38500 Foundation | Pass the PECB ISO/IEC 38500 Foundation exam | None | None | None | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
Course agenda
Day 1: Introduction to ISO/IEC 38500, governance of IT, and principles for the governance of IT
Day 2: EModel and framework for the governance of IT and certificate exam
