ICT Governance and Policy Training Course

The ICT Governance and Policy Training Course, offered by  Geneve Institute of Business Management, is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of how information and communication technology governance frameworks and policies support organizational objectives, risk management, and regulatory compliance. In an era where digital systems form the backbone of operational efficiency, the ability to establish, monitor, and enforce ICT policies has become essential for organizational resilience and accountability. This course equips participants with the knowledge and frameworks necessary to create, implement, and maintain robust ICT governance structures, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives, legal requirements, and international standards. Participants will develop a practical understanding of policy formulation, control mechanisms, and oversight responsibilities, enhancing their capacity to contribute effectively to technology governance initiatives.

Target Group

• ICT managers and IT governance professionals responsible for establishing and overseeing technology policies.

• Risk officers and compliance specialists involved in aligning ICT practices with regulatory and institutional standards.

• Internal auditors and assurance professionals tasked with monitoring ICT governance and control frameworks.

• Senior management and decision-makers seeking to enhance strategic oversight of ICT functions.

• Professionals involved in digital transformation, operational continuity, and organizational risk management initiatives.

Course Objectives

• To provide participants with a clear understanding of ICT governance principles and their relevance to organizational performance and compliance.

• To develop the ability to design, implement, and enforce ICT policies in alignment with institutional requirements.

• To strengthen participants’ capacity to evaluate ICT processes for compliance with regulatory and internal standards.

• To enhance awareness of accountability and oversight responsibilities in managing ICT governance frameworks.

• To support the integration of ICT governance and policy into broader enterprise governance and risk management practices.

Course Outline 

Introduction to ICT Governance

• Principles of ICT Governance

  • Understanding the objectives and scope of ICT governance within organizations.

  • Exploring the relationship between ICT governance and enterprise governance frameworks.

  • Identifying the key responsibilities of ICT governance stakeholders.

• ICT Governance Structures

  • Defining roles and accountability for ICT management and oversight.

  • Understanding decision-making frameworks within ICT governance.

  • Linking ICT governance to organizational strategy and operational objectives.

ICT Policies and Regulatory Requirements

• ICT Policy Fundamentals

  • Understanding the purpose and components of effective ICT policies.

  • Aligning policy development with organizational objectives and risk tolerance.

  • Establishing clear roles and responsibilities in ICT policy enforcement.

• Compliance and Regulatory Frameworks

  • Identifying key regulations affecting ICT governance and operations.

  • Ensuring ICT policies meet internal and external compliance requirements.

  • Integrating regulatory obligations into ICT policy design and monitoring.

Risk Management and Control Alignment

• ICT Risk Assessment

  • Identifying risks associated with ICT systems, data, and processes.

  • Evaluating the impact of technology risks on operational and strategic objectives.

  • Prioritizing ICT risks based on organizational tolerance and criticality.

• Control Mechanisms

  • Designing controls to mitigate identified ICT risks.

  • Aligning controls with policy and compliance requirements.

  • Monitoring effectiveness of controls and identifying gaps.

Policy Implementation and Monitoring

• Implementing ICT Policies

  • Developing implementation strategies for ICT policies across the organization.

  • Communicating policies and procedures to relevant stakeholders.

  • Ensuring consistency between policy requirements and operational practices.

• Monitoring and Evaluation

  • Establishing processes for continuous monitoring of policy compliance.

  • Evaluating policy effectiveness against predefined metrics and standards.

  • Reporting findings and recommendations to governance bodies.

Continuous Improvement and Strategic Oversight

• Continuous Improvement in ICT Governance

  • Updating governance frameworks and policies to reflect organizational changes.

  • Incorporating feedback from monitoring and evaluation processes.

  • Supporting resilience and adaptability in ICT management practices.

• Strategic Oversight and Reporting

  • Structuring ICT governance reports for management and board-level review.

  • Enhancing transparency in ICT governance and compliance reporting.

  • Aligning oversight practices with long-term organizational objectives.