IT Governance Certifications

by Bill Oxley

I’ve decided it was time that I get a little more serious about my IT Governance education and as such I have decided to pursue a couple of worthwhile certifications – ITIL Foundations (for a start) and CGEIT, which is Isaca’s Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT certification.

For the Foundations’s certificate studying I purchased Introduction to the ITIL Service Lifecycle (ITIL Version 3) which does a very good job going over the highlight’s of ITIL and is their official introductory guide. I also signed up for some online education through HDI, which is an acreddited training organization, which also included a discunted exam fee. The online course is available for about 12 weeks, so sometime between now and then I’ll register and take the exam, which is multiple choice.

Going through the book and the online course together has been invaluable, I am really understanding the overall service lifecycle very well, and am actually looking forward to starting to purchase the core books and getting more in depth into studying ITIL and IT Governance.

Update – I passed the exam with a 90% score. Read more on how I did it by checking out How to Pass the ITIL Foundations Certification Exam.

This is what Isaca says about the CGEIT:

This certification will benefit the individual, through recognition of their professional knowledge and competencies; skill-sets; abilities and experiences, and will enhance their professional standing. It will also add value to the enterprises they support through the demonstration of a visible commitment to excellence in IT governance practices.

The certification process has been specifically developed for professionals who have a significant management, advisory, or assurance role relating to the governance of IT. The certification promotes the advancement of professionals who wish to be recognized for their IT governance-related experience and knowledge.

The exam for this is scheduled on December 12th. Just passing the exam is not enough to earn the certification To earn the CGEIT credential, an individual must:

  1. Pass the CGEIT exam (first exam – December 2008)
  2. Adhere to the ISACA Code of Professional Ethics
  3. Agree to comply with the CGEIT Continuing Education Policy
  4. Provide evidence of appropriate IT governance work experience as defined by the CGEIT Job Practice

Based on my work experience I should have no problem qualifying (as long as I pass the exam!). Reference materials for study are available as free downloads on their website. I did register as an Isaca member to get the discount, so now I am an official Isaca member.

It’s been awhile since I have studied like this but I like it! I look forward to sharing more about my experience in seeking these certifications.

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{ 18 comments… read them below or add one }

1 Angela Dingle August 21, 2008 at 4:51 pm

I too have decided to pursue the CGEIT certification. I think it brings a lot of credibility to the field of IT Governance. Best of luck on your exams.

2 Kanakendu September 6, 2008 at 8:53 am

Could anyone please share 1/2 credible books to prepare for CGEIT? ISACA recommends almost 8 and that is quite much for Dec’08!

3 Pham November 17, 2008 at 8:24 pm

Could anyone please share mock questions to prepare for CGEIT Exam? I have prepared some during studying ISACA reference materials. I’m willing share with you.

4 Sue January 9, 2009 at 9:35 am

Can You Please share some mock question s on CGEIT. Also amy tips on preparation for the exam.

5 Abdul Wahab February 3, 2009 at 4:37 am

Hi There ,
I am planning to write the CGEIT eaxm and would request to share any books that might help me for preparation.

6 W February 3, 2009 at 11:52 am

Did you pass the cgeit?

7 Nyasha February 5, 2009 at 2:04 am

I too have decided to attempt the CGEIT exam, would anyone please forward me moch questions please to charnyashe@yahoo.com

8 C Lui April 3, 2009 at 11:48 pm

Same here!! I’m planning to take the Jun 09 one and am now struggling on study approach and mock questions. There are two books which can’t be downloaded: Frameworks for IT Management and Governance of the Extended Enterprise. So am also thinking if I should buy them. Can anyone share their experience? any good study guide to recommend?

Million thanks.

9 Gloria Quintanilla May 12, 2009 at 4:03 pm

Lui

I’m preparing for June 09 as well. Could you share with me your findings?

10 Lui Sieh June 5, 2009 at 9:17 pm

Hi there,

What a nice site on IT Governance that’s readable (by way of BlogCatalog). I also am pursuing my CGEIT certification but decided to postpone my exam date to Dec ’09. There is just too much reading material to go through for June ’09 and my day-job is too hectic for me.

Like you all, I struggled with finding sufficient preparatory question materials. I purchased both the Frameworks for IT Governance and the Governance of the Extended Enterprise: Bridging Business and IT Strategies. I know that there’s a review document (PDF or PPT) that I found googling about the Frameworks book but since cannot find it again. I’m working through the second book and it’s a tough read. Between these books and the free downloadable materials, there should be enough!

May be we could set up a virtual study group?

Many thanks!

11 Lui Sieh June 5, 2009 at 9:45 pm

Hi,

Any interest to set up a virtual study group?

Thanks,

12 Simon Brender July 2, 2009 at 1:35 am

Hi Lui,

I’m also thinking of studying the CGEIT and would be interested in setting up a virtual study group. Drop me an email at simon_brender@hotmail.co.uk and we’ll take it from there.

All the best,

13 SUDARSHAN MANDYAM October 3, 2009 at 4:39 am

Hi,

I have been volunteering for ISACA for 20+ years and created the ‘CGEIT Exam Candidates’ group on LinkedIN in 2008. THIS IS NOT SPONSORED BY ISACA USA OR ISACA Sydney Chapter.
We have 150+ members including a few members of the CGEIT Certification Committee. ISACA will publish the CGEIT manual shortly. Then we may wind up our group or have some additional discussions on the manual. Joining LinkedIN is free. Joining the group ‘CGEIT Exam Candidates’ is also free. We have mentors for each domain. There is no guarantee that you will pass the CGEIT exam by joining us. But we offer a few useful tips for the CGEIT exam candidates.

Please feel free to write to me if you need any clarification.

Best of luck
Sudarshan (Sunny)

14 Nadim F October 11, 2009 at 6:46 am

Hi,

Does anyone have a sample test, or a list of sample questions…
I already am prepared well by studying COBIT, ITIL service management and read the preparation material for CGEIT.
I just need to practice before applying. I also wanna make sure that I am ready.
Email: wisso@hotmail.com
Thank in advance for anyone who can help
Nadim

15 Shajid November 1, 2009 at 12:42 am

Hi All,

Please include me also in your list (mohamedshajid@gmail.com) for any reference materials or any CGEIT samples

Thanks

Shajid

16 Sree November 1, 2009 at 6:02 am

Hi,

This seems to be a interesting blog. I have taken CGEIT exam, can anyone provide me the sample questions please?
sree_nivas_g@hotmail.com

Those who are appearing for Dec 09 exams, I wish you good luck :)

Sreenivas.G
Singapore

17 Joe November 27, 2009 at 2:13 pm

Here is a wiki where some students have been creating sample questions. You are encouraged to add your sample questions to help others

http://cgeitexamprep.wikispaces.com/message/list/home

18 Joe November 27, 2009 at 3:12 pm

Another Blog starting for the December 12, 2oo9 exam.

http://itmanagecert.wordpress.com/

This is beyond just the CGEIT

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