This course utilizes the Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology (COBIT) taxonomy to provide the student with an integrated theoretical and practical perspective of technology and information systems governance, control, and assurance. Emphasis is on the key control mechanisms that support the achievement of control objectives as well as the prevention, detection, and correction of undesired events through responsible uses of resources, appropriate management of risk, and the alignment of information technology with the organization. As an underlying tenet, the course emphasizes refining individual communications skills necessary to the field of information systems governance, control, and assurance.

Prerequisites: INFS3222 and 96 credits