COBIT (Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology) Training Course

Audience

This course is designed for all Senior Management personnel who require a practical understanding of AML/CTF principles and prevention strategies, alongside an awareness of other contemporary Financial Crime issues.

Course Format

The learning experience combines several engaging methods:

• Facilitated discussions
• Slide presentations
• Real-world case studies
• Practical examples

Course Objectives

Upon completing this course, participants will be equipped to:

• Articulate methods for preventing AML and CTF activities.
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the key components of AML and CTF relevant to their organisations, as well as the national and international initiatives aimed at combating these crimes.
• Define the strategies companies and their employees must adopt to mitigate the risks associated with Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing.
• Explain how organisations can become targets for these crimes and identify key 'red flags' to help detect, prevent, and report any suspected or actual criminal behaviour.
• Identify and understand other critical 'hot spots' within the realm of Financial Crime.

AML/CTF Governance and Risk Oversight is a strategic training program designed to bolster an organization's resilience against financial crime through robust governance, risk management, and alignment with regulatory requirements.

This live, instructor-led training (available online or onsite) targets intermediate to advanced-level Board Members, Senior Executives, Compliance Officers, AML Officers, and Risk Professionals who seek to leverage structured AML/CTF frameworks to enhance oversight, minimize regulatory exposure, and safeguard institutional reputation.

Recent global upheavals, business interruptions, and pandemics have not only overturned traditional business standards but have also forcibly reshaped how boards govern their organizations. Discover what directors need to know today to be truly effective. Explore best-practice tips and tools—covering meetings, information management, agendas, committees, and structure—that boards worldwide are using to improve performance with less effort, leaving more time for high-value boardwork.

Learning Objectives

This COBIT 2019 Foundation course serves as an introduction to the COBIT 2019 framework. It equips participants with the knowledge to leverage an integrated business framework for governing and managing enterprise IT, thereby facilitating IT-business integration, reducing costs, and boosting productivity. The course syllabus covers the following key areas:

• Introduction to the new framework
• Key concepts and terminology
• Governance and framework principles
• Governance systems and components
• Governance and management objectives
• Performance management
• Designing a customized governance system

Target Audience

Employees who require a practical understanding of Corporate Governance within their organization.

Course Format

This program features a dynamic blend of:

• Guided discussions
• Slide-based presentations
• Real-world examples
• Practical exercises
• Case study analysis

This instructor-led, live training in Ottawa but can be delivered, it is aimed at managers and leaders who wish to strengthen their ability to lead difficult conversations with clarity, confidence, and accountability.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Structure high-impact conversations
• Address tension and misalignment constructively
• Improve team trust and accountability
• Lead with clarity under pressure

Enterprise IT governance is critical for aligning technology initiatives with business strategy, ensuring value delivery, and managing risk.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at advanced-level IT governance professionals who wish to deepen their understanding of governance frameworks, value delivery, and risk management while preparing for advanced-level certification.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Apply governance frameworks to align IT with business objectives.
• Optimize value delivery through strategic investment and benefit realization.
• Evaluate and mitigate enterprise risks, including emerging risks.
• Develop strategies for IT resource optimization and sourcing decisions.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Lots of exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

Course Objective:

To equip individuals with a solid grasp of GRC processes and capabilities, enabling them to effectively integrate governance, performance management, risk management, internal controls, and compliance activities.

Program Overview:

• Essential GRC terminology and definitions
• Core principles of GRC
• Key components, practices, and operational activities
• The connection between GRC and related disciplines

Leadership for Directors and Board Members is a course designed to strengthen the leadership and governance capabilities of directors and board members.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at directors, executives, and board members who wish to develop effective leadership, governance, and decision-making skills at the board level.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the legal, ethical, and strategic responsibilities of directors and board members.
• Apply principles of good governance to improve organizational performance.
• Foster effective communication and collaboration in the boardroom.
• Respond to crises and manage risks at the executive level.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and facilitated discussion.
• Case studies and role-playing exercises.
• Group activities and scenario-based analysis.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

This instructor-led, live training in Nigeria (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level to advanced-level board members and directors who wish to enhance their leadership, governance, and decision-making skills.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the key responsibilities and legal duties of a director.
• Develop effective governance structures and boardroom dynamics.
• Enhance strategic decision-making and risk management capabilities.
• Improve communication, leadership, and ethical decision-making at the board level.

This instructor-led, live training in Nigeria (online or onsite) is aimed at managers, supervisors, and technical professionals transitioning into leadership roles who wish to use structured leadership frameworks and communication tools to strengthen authority, delegation, and team performance in growing organizations.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Define and apply clear leadership authority and accountability within their scope.
• Delegate tasks and outcomes effectively while maintaining performance oversight.
• Conduct structured, direct, and constructive performance conversations.
• Communicate expectations clearly to improve engagement and cross-functional alignment.

Ownership and accountability are fundamental to organizational management. Ownership entails taking responsibility and initiative for tasks, while accountability involves being answerable for the outcomes. These principles are essential as they promote a culture of responsibility and reliability, leading to improved performance, effective problem-solving, and alignment with organizational goals.

The strength of any organization’s governance depends heavily on its board of directors, and the board’s effectiveness hinges on its chairman. Yet, while board leadership is the most critical factor for success, it receives the least training and support. Often, board leaders and chief executives find themselves in power struggles. This course reveals the secrets of the world’s top board leaders, sharing practical, "in the boardroom" leadership techniques from seasoned professionals.

You might be looking for your initial board position, or you may have already secured a board role and need to prepare for your inaugural meeting. Alternatively, a company might wish to bring its emerging managers and diverse talent up to speed on the essentials for boardroom inclusion and effectiveness. This one-day program equips you with everything you need to be effective, well-informed, and fully prepared the moment you step into the boardroom.