COBIT 2019 is ISACA's framework for governing and managing enterprise IT. This two-day course covers its principles, components, governance and management objectives and how to tailor the system to your context, then prepares you for the Foundation exam. Note that ISACA replaces this certificate with COBIT 7 Foundation on 27 October 2026, and the COBIT 2019 exam can no longer be purchased after 26 October 2026.
The essentials
Publisher : ISACA
Certification : COBIT 2019 Foundation Certificate
Duration : 2 days (14 h)
Level : Foundation
Formats : Live virtual class · In-person in Casablanca · On-site (intra-company)
Languages : French or English
Exam facts : 75 multiple-choice questions · 2 h · 65% to pass · online proctored
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Explain the principles of the governance system and the COBIT framework.
Describe components and governance and management objectives.
Use design factors to build a tailored governance system.
Measure performance with capability and maturity levels.
Outline an implementation approach and a business case.
Relate COBIT to other frameworks such as ITIL or ISO/IEC 27001.
Program
Framework introduction (12%) and principles (13%)
Governance and management of enterprise IT
Governance system and framework principles
Governance system and components (30%)
Processes, structures, information, culture and other components
Focus areas and the goals cascade
Governance and management objectives (23%)
The five objective domains
Reading an objective and its practices
Governance objectives versus management objectives
Performance management (4%) and designing a tailored system (7%)
Capability and maturity levels
Design factors and design steps
Implementation (8%) and business case (3%)
Implementation approach and change enablement
Building the business case
Prerequisites
No prerequisites: anyone can register for the exam.
Some exposure to enterprise IT helps relate the framework to real situations.
Target audience
CIOs, IT managers and department heads
Auditors, internal controllers and risk managers
Governance and transformation consultants
CISA, CISM or CRISC candidates wanting a governance foundation
The exam
The COBIT 2019 Foundation exam has 75 multiple-choice questions in 2 hours and a pass mark of 65%. It is taken online with remote proctoring. Registration is open at any time, you can book a slot 48 hours after payment, and eligibility lasts six months. Because of the switch to COBIT 7 Foundation, the last purchase date is 26 October 2026 and the COBIT 2019 program ends on 26 April 2027, so plan your exam accordingly.
Preparation tips
Focus on the governance system and components, 30% of the exam.
Learn where each objective sits in its domain rather than memorising lists.
Sit the exam soon after the course, before the COBIT 2019 program closes.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Is COBIT 2019 Foundation still worth it in 2026?
Yes, if you sit the exam in time: it remains available until the program closes and the concepts stay useful. For a later exam date, we will steer you to COBIT 7 Foundation once it launches on 27 October 2026.
What are the key dates?
Last COBIT 2019 exam purchase: 26 October 2026. COBIT 7 Foundation launch: 27 October 2026. COBIT 2019 program end: 26 April 2027.
Is the exam taken at a test center?
No, it is taken online with remote proctoring, from home or the office. Check your computer setup and internet connection in advance.
What score do I need?
At least 65% correct, which is 49 of the 75 questions. Questions test understanding of concepts rather than detailed figures.
Is the course available online or in Casablanca?
Both: as a live online class, in person in Casablanca, or on-site at your organization, taught in French or English.
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