Implement Iso/Iec 38500: It Governance Made Simple

Master IT governance with ISO/IEC 38500: roles, strategy alignment, templates, and real-world implementation

What you'll learn

Apply the six principles of ISO/IEC 38500 to IT governance

Define IT governance roles using a RACI matrix

Draft an IT governance policy using provided templates

Align IT strategy with business goals through practical steps

Requirements

No prior ISO or governance knowledge required—this course starts from the basics

Familiarity with general IT or business operations is helpful but not mandatory

Access to Microsoft Word and PowerPoint to edit templates

Willingness to apply frameworks to real organizational contexts

Description

Are you a CIO, IT Manager, GRC professional, or Enterprise Architect seeking to improve how IT supports business goals? Do you want a practical, step-by-step guide to implement an internationally recognized IT governance framework without the jargon or complexity? This course is your answer.“Implement ISO/IEC 38500: IT Governance Made Simple” breaks down the ISO/IEC 38500 standard into actionable lessons and ready-to-use templates that you can apply immediately in your organization. Whether you’re starting from scratch or improving an existing IT governance model, this course gives you the tools, structure, and confidence to make it work.You’ll start by understanding what IT governance is, how it differs from IT management, and why it's essential for strategic alignment, risk management, and decision-making. We’ll explore the roles of boards, executives, and managers—clarifying responsibilities and eliminating confusion.Next, you’ll dive into the six core principles of ISO/IEC 38500:ResponsibilityStrategyAcquisitionPerformanceConformanceHuman BehaviorFor each principle, we provide real-world examples and explain how to apply them within your organization. You’ll then follow a step-by-step implementation plan: defining scope, identifying stakeholders, building a RACI matrix, creating a governance policy, aligning IT with business goals, and setting up reporting structures.Throughout the course, you’ll work with downloadable Word and PowerPoint templates, including:IT Governance Policy TemplateRACI Matrix TemplateExecutive Briefing Slide DeckBoard-Level IT ReportTo bring everything together, we include a detailed case study from our model company, TechNova Group, so you can see how governance is applied in a real organizational context.By the end of this course, you’ll be ready to implement ISO/IEC 38500 confidently and communicate IT governance clearly to all stakeholders—from the boardroom to operations.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 Understanding IT Governance (1)

Lecture 3 Understanding IT Governance (2)

Section 2: ISO/IEC 38500 Standard Overview

Lecture 4 ISO/IEC 38500 Standard Overview (1)

Lecture 5 ISO/IEC 38500 Standard Overview (2)

Section 3: The Six Principles of IT Governance

Lecture 6 The Six Principles of IT Governance (1)

Lecture 7 The Six Principles of IT Governance (2)

Section 4: Implementing ISO_IEC 38500 Step by Step

Lecture 8 Implementing ISO/IEC 38500 Step by Step (1)

Lecture 9 Implementing ISO/IEC 38500 Step by Step (2)

Section 5: Tools, Templates, and Documentation

Lecture 10 Tools, Templates, and Documentation

Section 6: Case Study – TechNova Group

Lecture 11 Case Study – TechNova Group

Section 7: Wrap-Up and Next Steps

Lecture 12 Wrap-Up and Next Steps

Lecture 13 Tools, Templates, and Documentation

Lecture 14 Conclusion

CIOs, IT Managers, and Enterprise Architects responsible for IT governance,Program Managers and Project Leads aiming to improve decision transparency,GRC professionals looking to implement internationally recognized standards,Business and IT leaders who want to align technology with strategy