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Exam Information
Official specifications published by ISACA
Exam Format
120 min
75
65%
Foundation
Registration
$175 USD
Remote Proctored Online or online proctoring
English, Spanish, Portuguese, French +5 more
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No expiration
COBIT-2019-FOUNDATION Exam Topics and Domains
COBIT-2019-FOUNDATION is organized into 8 weighted domains. Expect to work with Change management, Audit services, Business case creation, Capability assessment, and more.
1
Governance System and Components
30%
Seven Governance System Components
ProcessesOrganizational StructuresPolicies and ProceduresInformationCulture, Ethics, and BehaviorPeople, Skills, and CompetenciesServices, Infrastructure, and Applications
- Identify and describe the seven governance system components
- Understand how components interact within the governance system
- Apply components to governance and management objectives
Governance System Design
Design Factors
- Understand the governance system design workflow
- Apply design factors to create tailored governance systems
2
Governance and Management Objectives
23%
EDM Domain (Evaluate, Direct and Monitor)
Five EDM Objectives
- Understand governance objectives and their purpose
- Distinguish between governance and management domains
APO Domain (Align, Plan and Organize)
Fourteen APO Objectives
- Understand the APO domain's role in IT strategy and planning
- Apply APO objectives to organizational scenarios
BAI Domain (Build, Acquire and Implement)
Eleven BAI Objectives
- Understand the BAI domain's role in solution delivery
- Apply BAI objectives to implementation scenarios
DSS Domain (Deliver, Service and Support)
Six DSS Objectives
- Understand the DSS domain's role in service operations
- Apply DSS objectives to service management scenarios
MEA Domain (Monitor, Evaluate and Assess)
Four MEA Objectives
- Understand the MEA domain's role in monitoring and assessment
- Apply MEA objectives to performance and compliance scenarios
3
Principles
13%
Governance System Principles
Six Governance System Principles
- Understand and apply the six governance system principles
- Recognize how principles guide framework implementation
Governance Framework Principles
Three Governance Framework Principles
- Understand the three governance framework principles
- Apply principles to framework selection and implementation
4
Framework Introduction
12%
COBIT 2019 Overview
Framework Purpose and BenefitsTarget Audience
- Understand COBIT 2019's purpose and positioning
- Identify key stakeholders and their roles
Evolution from COBIT 5
Key Changes and Improvements
- Understand the evolution from COBIT 5 to COBIT 2019
- Identify key improvements and changes
5
Implementation
8%
Implementation Lifecycle
Implementation Phases
- Understand the seven phases of COBIT implementation
- Apply implementation lifecycle to organizational scenarios
Implementation Guide
Connection to Design Guide
- Understand the relationship between design and implementation
- Apply implementation guidance to real scenarios
6
Designing a Tailored Governance System
7%
Design Factors
Eleven Design Factors
- Understand how design factors influence governance systems
- Apply design factors to create tailored solutions
Goals Cascade
Enterprise Goals to IT Goals
- Understand the goals cascade mechanism
- Apply goal alignment to organizational scenarios
Focus Areas
Governance Focus Areas
- Understand governance focus areas
- Apply focus areas to specific organizational contexts
7
Performance Management
4%
Maturity and Capability
Capability Levels
- Understand COBIT performance management approach
- Apply maturity and capability concepts
Performance Monitoring
Metrics and Measures
- Understand performance monitoring mechanisms
- Apply metrics to governance objectives
8
Business Case
3%
Business Case Development
Business Case Components
- Understand COBIT business case approach
- Apply business case development to governance initiatives
Practical Application
Example Scenarios
- Apply COBIT concepts to practical scenarios
- Develop business cases for governance improvements
How do I earn this certification?
Passing COBIT-2019-FOUNDATION earns the COBIT 2019 Foundation Certificate certification. It sits in the IT Governance and Management track.
Current Level Exams
COBIT-2019-Bridge - COBIT 2019 Bridge For COBIT 5 Foundation holders only
Next Level Options
Alternative Paths
- CISA - Certified Information Systems AuditorComplementary audit skills
- CRISC - Certified in Risk and Information Systems ControlRisk management focus
- CISM - Certified Information Security ManagerSecurity governance perspective
- CDPSE - Certified Data Privacy Solutions EngineerPrivacy governance alignment
- CSX-P - Cybersecurity PractitionerHands-on security skills
- ITCA - IT Audit Fundamentals Entry-level audit certification
- CET - Certified Emerging Technology Professional Focus on new technology governance
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2019-01-01
Updates
- Artificial Intelligence Governance COBIT 2019 AI Supplement AI governance questions likely in future updates • Release date: 2024-Q3
- Cloud Governance COBIT 2019 Cloud Guide Cloud governance scenarios in current exam • Release date: 2023-Q4
- DevOps Integration COBIT 2019 DevOps Focus Area DevOps governance included as focus area • Release date: 2022-Q2
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by IT professionals and Business managers.
- Basic understanding of IT principles and concepts
- Familiarity with IT governance and management concepts
- Experience in IT service delivery, assurance, or governance
- Knowledge of business management principles