The PECB ISO/IEC 38500 Foundation course introduces participants to the fundamental concepts, principles, model, and framework for the governance of IT based on ISO/IEC 38500:2024.
The course helps participants understand how organizations can govern their use of information technology, digital capabilities, and data responsibly, effectively, and ethically. It also explains how good governance of IT can support organizational objectives, stakeholder expectations, accountability, and digital transformation.
This course is suitable for:
- Managers and consultants seeking knowledge of IT governance concepts and principles
- Individuals involved in digital transformation, compliance, governance, risk, or IT-related initiatives
- Professionals beginning a career in IT governance or IT management
- Consultants and advisers who want to become familiar with ISO/IEC 38500
- Individuals seeking a foundation for more advanced IT governance responsibilities or certifications
There are no prerequisites to participate in this course.
This is a fully self-paced PECB Self-Study package. You can study according to your own schedule using official PECB digital course materials, practical examples, exercises, and quizzes.
The official study materials are provided directly through the myPECB platform and are not hosted on the CertiBanks website.
Important: Create Your PECB Account
Before purchasing or requesting activation, please create a free PECB Member Account through the official myPECB portal.
Your PECB account is required for course enrollment, access to the official study materials, examination scheduling, examination results, and the certificate application.
How the Process Works
- Create your PECB Member Account through the official myPECB platform.
- Purchase the package from CertiBanks.
- Provide us with your full name, PECB account email address, and preferred course language.
- CertiBanks will register you for the official PECB ISO/IEC 38500 Foundation Self-Study course.
- Once registration is completed, the official course materials will become available in your myPECB dashboard.
- Study the course materials and complete the exercises and quizzes at your own pace.
- Schedule and take your online PECB examination through the PECB platform.
- After passing the examination, submit your certificate application through your myPECB account.
What This Package Includes
- Official PECB ISO/IEC 38500 Foundation Self-Study enrollment
- More than 200 pages of official digital course materials
- Practical examples, exercises, and quizzes
- First PECB examination attempt
- One free examination retake in case of failure
- Certificate application fee
- Course completion attestation with 14 CPD credits
- Eligibility to claim the applicable PECB digital badge after obtaining the certificate
- Registration, activation, and general guidance from the CertiBanks team
PECB confirms that the course includes more than 200 pages of training materials, practical examples, exercises, quizzes, and a course completion attestation worth 14 CPD credits.
Examination and Certificate Information
The package includes the first examination attempt and one free retake.
Candidates who fail the first examination attempt may retake the exam free of charge within the applicable 12-month period.
The examination evaluates the candidate’s knowledge across the following competency domains:
- Fundamental concepts and principles of governance of IT
- The ISO/IEC 38500 model and framework for the governance of IT
After successfully passing the examination, you can apply for the:
PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 38500 Foundation
This is a foundation-level certificate. No professional experience, audit or assessment experience, or IT governance project experience is required.
Candidates must pass the examination, submit the certificate application, and agree to follow the PECB Code of Ethics.
Course Delivery Format
This package is fully self-paced and does not include scheduled live classes or prerecorded training videos.
You can access the official digital course materials through your myPECB account and study according to your own schedule and availability.
The two-day course agenda represents the structure and estimated content of the training. It does not require attendance on specific dates.
The course generally covers:
- Introduction to ISO/IEC 38500
- Fundamental concepts of governance of IT
- The importance and purpose of effective IT governance
- Principles for the governance of IT
- Responsible, effective, and ethical use of IT
- The ISO/IEC 38500 governance model
- Evaluating the current and future use of IT
- Directing the preparation and implementation of IT plans and policies
- Monitoring IT performance and conformity
- The ISO/IEC 38500 governance framework
- Governance of digital capabilities and data
- Preparation for the PECB ISO/IEC 38500 Foundation examination
Course and examination language availability may vary. Please confirm your preferred course language before activation.
Any language change requested after enrollment will be subject to PECB approval and availability.
Need Help?
CertiBanks will support you with package registration, activation, and general guidance throughout the process.
The official study materials, examination scheduling, examination results, and certificate application are accessed and managed through your myPECB account.
Before Purchasing
Please create your free myPECB account before placing your order.
Your official course materials, examination services, results, and certificate application will be available through your myPECB account.