About the certification


Organizations today are subject to many regulations governing the protection of confidential information, financial accountability, data retention and disaster recovery, among others. They're also under pressure from shareholders, stakeholders and customers. To ensure they meet internal and external requirements, many organizations implement a formal IT governance program that provides a framework of best practices and controls. IT governance is a formal framework that provides a structure for organizations to ensure that IT investments support business objectives.

The purpose of IT Governance is to promote effective, efficient, and acceptable use of IT in all organizations. The IT Governance Foundation (ISO/IEC 38500) is an entry-level certification intended for IT professionals seeking to validate their knowledge of IT Governance. This exam includes topics such as Key Terms, Definitions, Principles, Processes, Model for Good Governance of IT, Benefits of IT Governance, Frameworks, Standards and Best Practices.

The IT Governance Foundation (ISO/IEC 38500) certification exam is an online, closed-book, and remotely-proctored exam. It includes 40 multiple-choice questions and the passing score is 70%. You will have 60 minutes to complete the exam. Validate your knowledge of IT Governance and advance your career. Register for your online exam now!





IT Governance Foundation (ISO/IEC 38500)

Exam details


Exam code

ITC-009

Launch date

September 24, 2016

Exam description

The IT Governance Foundation exam tests the candidate knowledge in IT Governance.

Current version

v2 (November 14, 2020)

Exam format

Multiple choice; computer-based; closed book

Number of questions

40 questions

Passing score

70% (28 out of 40)

Exam duration

60 minutes

Level

Foundation

Languages

English and Portuguese (Brazilian)

Exam description

Key Terms, Definitions, Principles, Processes, Model for Good Governance of IT, Benefits of IT Governance, Frameworks, Standards and Best Practices.

RECOMMENDED HOURS OF STUDY

16 hours

Bloom's Taxonomy

Level 1 (Remembering), Level 2 (Understanding) and Level 3 (Applying)

Recommended reading

• IT Governance: How Top Performers Manage IT Decision Rights for Superior Results by Peter Weill and Jeanne W. Ross;
• ISO/IEC 38500:2015 Information technology - Governance of IT for the organization

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this certification

Recommended experience

Six months of work experience in IT Governance

Validity period

Lifetime

Exam Content Outline


   Domains Weight

1. Terms and definitions

5%

2. Scope of the ISO/IEC 38500

15%

3. Benefits of good governance of IT

20%

4. Principles for good governance of IT

20%

5. Model for good governance of IT

20%

6. Best practices for governance of IT

20%

   Total

100%

How to get certified


1

Browse our certification programs and choose your certification.

2

Discover the exam objectives and prepare for your exam.

3

Register for your online proctored exam.

4

Take your online proctored exam in the comfort of your home or office.

5

Congratulations! You are certified!

STACKABLE CERTIFICATION


Earn 4 certifications and receive an integrator certification (designation).

Information Security Management Foundation (ISO/IEC 27001)

Information Security Controls Foundation (ISO/IEC 27002)

Information Security Risk Management Foundation (ISO/IEC 27005)

IT Governance Foundation (ISO/IEC 38500)

Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) v2

Frequently Asked Questions


  • How much does an ITCERTS certification exam cost?

    All exams are available for $150 USD each. Prices may vary slightly by region and currency exchange rates.

  • Are there any prerequisites to take the exams?

    There are no prerequisites to take the exams. ITCERTS recommends that candidates have at least six months of work experience in the area that the certification exam covers.

  • What is the exam retake policy?

    If a candidate does not achieve a passing score on the first attempt, there is no waiting period between the first and the second attempt. If a candidate does not achieve a passing score on the second attempt, the candidate must wait at least 7 days before retaking the exam for a third time. A candidate may not take a given exam any more than three times per year (12 months).

  • How do I register for an Online Proctored Exam?

    Visit the Online Proctored Exam registration page to find complete instructions.

  • Are there any mandatory training to take an exam?

    Training is recommended as part of your certification preparation, but it is not mandatory.

  • Which languages are the exams available in?

    Our exams are currently available in English and Portuguese.

  • Where can I take the exams?

    Exams are delivered online (Online Proctored Exams) and can be taken from anywhere in the world.

  • Do the ITCERTS certifications expire?

    ITCERTS certifications are considered good-for-life and do not expire.

  • How can a potential employer verify my certifications?

    Your employer can verify your certification on our certification verification page. Your certification number will be needed in order to process the verification.

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