What topics are on the COBIT-2019-DESIGN-AND-IMPLEMENTATION exam?

Governance Implementation Lifecycle 32%

1.1

Seven Implementation Phases

7 subtopics

1.1.1Phase 1: What are the drivers?

1.1.2Phase 2: Where are we now?

1.1.3Phase 3: Where do we want to be?

1.1.4Phase 4: What needs to be done?

1.1.5Phase 5: How do we get there?

1.1.6Phase 6: Did we get there?

1.1.7Phase 7: How do we keep momentum?

Learning Objectives

Apply the objectives, descriptions and tasks of the seven implementation phases in concrete situations
Apply the challenges, root causes and critical success factors of the seven implementation phases
Understand the implementation lifecycle for governance improvement

1.2

Implementation Challenges and Success Factors

2 subtopics

1.2.1Common Implementation Challenges

1.2.2Critical Success Factors

Learning Objectives

Identify and address implementation challenges
Apply critical success factors to governance implementation

Domain Hands-on Skills

Implementation planningChange managementProgress monitoringBenefits tracking

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Skipping baseline assessment
Inadequate stakeholder engagement
Lack of quick wins
Insufficient change management

The Governance System Design Workflow 32%

Design Factors for a Governance System 15%

COBIT Basic Concepts 8%

Implementing & Optimizing I&T Governance Overview 7%

Impact of Design Factors 3%

Key Topics Decision Matrix 3%

How do I earn the COBIT 2019 Design and Implementation certification?

Official Pathway Guidance

Track: IT Governance

Prerequisites

COBIT-2019-FoundationCOBIT 2019 FoundationRequired

Next Steps

Current Level

COBIT-2019-FoundationCOBIT 2019 FoundationPrerequisite
COBIT-2019-Design-and-ImplementationCOBIT 2019 Design and ImplementationAdvanced

Alternative Paths

NIST-CSF-COBIT-2019Implementing the NIST Cybersecurity Framework using COBIT 2019
COBIT-BridgeCOBIT Bridge Exam
ISO-38500ISO/IEC 38500 IT Governance

Complementary Certifications

Career Progression

Entry Roles

IT Governance Analyst
Governance Coordinator
IT Compliance Analyst

Mid Level Roles

IT Governance Manager
Risk and Compliance Manager
IT Audit Manager

Senior Roles

Chief Risk Officer
IT Governance Director
Chief Information Officer
Head of Enterprise Architecture

Certification Maintenance

Recertification Options:
Not required - certificate does not expire

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Study Tips

Complete COBIT 2019 Foundation certification first as it's a prerequisite
Focus heavily on the seven implementation phases (32% of exam)
Understand the governance system design workflow thoroughly (32% of exam)
Practice applying design factors to real scenarios
Study both the Design Guide and Implementation Guide in detail
Join ISACA community forums for peer discussion and tips
Allocate at least 40-60 hours of study time after Foundation level
Use mapping tables between design factors and governance objectives
Practice with case studies and concrete scenarios

What's changed on this exam?

Certification Updates

2020-01-10

Exam Candidate Guide finalized

2019-11-01

Remote proctoring introduced

2019-04-01

COBIT 2019 framework released

Technology Coverage

Cloud GovernanceCOBIT 2019

Cloud considerations integrated as design factors

Released: 2019-04-01

DevOps and AgileCOBIT 2019

IT implementation methods include Agile and DevOps approaches

Released: 2019-04-01

Digital TransformationCOBIT 2019

Digital strategy as key design factor

Released: 2019-04-01

Industry Trends

Increased focus on AI and ML governance using COBIT framework
Integration of COBIT with cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001)
Growing adoption in non-IT governance areas (ESG, operational governance)
Shift towards continuous governance monitoring and automation
Emphasis on value creation and benefits realization

Who should take this exam?

Required Prerequisites

COBIT 2019 Foundation Certificate

Recommended Experience

Experience with COBIT framework implementation
Understanding of enterprise governance of IT (EGIT)
Knowledge of governance and management objectives
Familiarity with IT governance concepts

Experience Level: Intermediate To Advanced

How do I register & what's the exam fee?

Exam Cost	$275 USD
Testing Centers	PSI Online Proctoring
Online Proctoring	Available

How long is the certification valid?

Valid For	Lifetime (no expiration)
Recertification	Not required - certificate does not expire

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What topics are on the COBIT-2019-DESIGN-AND-IMPLEMENTATION exam?

Governance Implementation Lifecycle 32%

Seven Implementation Phases

Implementation Challenges and Success Factors

Domain Hands-on Skills

Common Mistakes to Avoid

The Governance System Design Workflow 32%

Design Factors for a Governance System 15%

COBIT Basic Concepts 8%

Implementing & Optimizing I&T Governance Overview 7%

Impact of Design Factors 3%

Key Topics Decision Matrix 3%

How do I earn the COBIT 2019 Design and Implementation certification?

Official Pathway Guidance

Prerequisites

Next Steps

Current Level

Alternative Paths

Complementary Certifications

Career Progression

Entry Roles

Mid Level Roles

Senior Roles

Certification Maintenance

How do I study for the COBIT-2019-DESIGN-AND-IMPLEMENTATION Exam?

Practice the COBIT 2019 Design and Implementation with our Exam Simulator

Official Resources

Free Resources

Learn more about this exam

Study Tips

What's changed on this exam?

Certification Updates

Technology Coverage

Industry Trends

Who should take this exam?

Required Prerequisites

Recommended Experience

How do I register & what's the exam fee?

How long is the certification valid?

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