ISO 38500: Corporate Governance Auditing for IT and Payment Systems

Introduction to ISO 38500 and Corporate Governance for IT

Content:

• Overview of ISO 38500 and its significance in IT governance.
• The role of corporate governance in IT and payment systems.
• Key principles of ISO 38500:
  • Responsibility
  • Strategy
  • Acquisition
  • Performance
  • Conformance
  • Human behavior
• Understanding the impact of IT governance on organizational performance.
• Introduction to the relationship between IT governance and corporate strategy.

Governance Frameworks and Best Practices for IT and Payment Systems

Content:

• Exploring common frameworks that support IT governance (COBIT, ITIL, etc.).
• The role of risk management in IT governance, particularly in payment systems.
• Aligning IT and business strategy: how IT governance supports organizational goals.
• Key governance structures for IT management in organizations.
• Introduction to payment systems governance, focusing on regulatory and security requirements.

Auditing IT Governance and Payment Systems

Content:

• Principles and approaches for auditing IT governance.
• Auditing IT policies, processes, and controls in alignment with ISO 38500.
• Assessing IT project performance and conformance to governance practices.
• Key audit areas for payment systems, including security, compliance, and data protection.
• Techniques for evaluating the effectiveness of governance frameworks in payment systems.

Practical Approaches to Implementing ISO 38500 in IT and Payment Systems

Content:

• Steps to implement ISO 38500 within an organization.
• Developing an audit plan for assessing IT and payment systems governance.
• Case studies: Auditing real-world IT governance scenarios and identifying improvements.
• Tools and techniques for continuous monitoring and reporting on governance effectiveness.
• Strategies for improving governance and compliance in payment systems.

1ST BATCH: Tuesday, February 10, 2026 — Friday, February 13, 2026.

2ND BATCH: Tuesday, June 2, 2026 — Friday, June 5, 2026.

3RD BATCH: Monday, September 28, 2026 — Wednesday, September 30, 2026.

The training methodology integrates lectures, interactive discussions, collaborative group exercises, and
illustrative examples. Participants will acquire a blend of theoretical insights and hands-on practical
experience, emphasizing the application of learned techniques. This approach ensures that attendees return
to their professional environments equipped with both the competence and self-assurance to effectively
implement the acquired skills in their responsibilities.