COBIT® 5 Assessor Certification Program

1. Introduction

The COBIT® 5 Assessor course provides participants with the advanced knowledge and practical skills to perform formal process capability assessments using the COBIT® 5 Process Assessment Model (PAM).
This program builds on the COBIT® 5 Foundation and COBIT® 5 Implementation courses, enabling professionals to objectively assess the maturity and capability of IT processes within an enterprise.
The training equips participants to conduct structured assessments, identify performance gaps, and recommend actionable improvements aligned with governance and management objectives.
It also prepares participants for the COBIT® 5 Assessor certification exam, recognized globally by ISACA.

2. Course Objectives

At the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the purpose and structure of the COBIT® 5 Process Assessment Model (PAM).
• Apply the COBIT® 5 Assessor approach to evaluate process capability.
• Conduct formal process capability assessments using internationally recognized standards (ISO/IEC 15504).
• Identify strengths, weaknesses, and improvement opportunities across IT processes.
• Interpret and report assessment results to support governance decisions.
• Develop action plans for process improvement and business alignment.
• Prepare for the official COBIT® 5 Assessor certification examination.

3. Targeted Group

This program is designed for professionals who are responsible for IT process governance, performance measurement, and continuous improvement, including:

• IT Auditors and Assessors
• Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Managers
• IT Process Owners and Managers
• Enterprise Architects and IT Consultants
• Quality Assurance and Performance Analysts
• IT Governance Professionals seeking COBIT® 5 Assessor certification
• Internal and External Auditors involved in IT evaluations

4. Course Duration

Total Duration: 3 weeks (60 contact hours)
Delivery Options:

• Instructor-led classroom sessions
• Live online (virtual) instructor-led training
• Hands-on workshops and assessment simulations
• Case studies and exam preparation sessions

5. Training Methodology

The course uses a practical, interactive, and results-oriented approach that combines theory and application:

• Instructor-led lectures on COBIT® 5 and assessment concepts.
• Workshops and hands-on exercises applying the COBIT® 5 Process Assessment Model.
• Group discussions and process assessment simulations.
• Case studies based on real-world IT governance scenarios.
• Practice assessments and feedback sessions.
• Mock examination preparation and review of sample questions.

6. Course Content

Module 1: Introduction to COBIT® 5 Assessor

• Overview of COBIT® 5 framework and assessment purpose
• The role of process assessment in IT governance and management
• Differences between formal and informal assessments

Module 2: Understanding the COBIT® 5 Process Assessment Model (PAM)

• Overview of COBIT® 5 PAM structure and principles
• Key concepts from ISO/IEC 15504 process assessment standard
• Process reference model (PRM) and capability levels

Module 3: The COBIT® 5 Process Reference Model (PRM)

• Understanding governance and management domains (EDM, APO, BAI, DSS, MEA)
• Identifying and selecting processes for assessment
• Mapping enterprise goals to IT processes

Module 4: Assessment Principles and Frameworks

• Fundamental concepts of capability assessment
• Overview of process attributes and performance metrics
• Roles and responsibilities in the assessment process

Module 5: The COBIT® 5 Assessment Approach

• Key phases of the COBIT® 5 assessment lifecycle
• Preparing, planning, and conducting assessments
• Data collection and validation techniques

Module 6: Data Gathering and Evidence Collection

• Techniques for evidence-based evaluation
• Interviewing process stakeholders and reviewing documentation
• Validating and triangulating data sources

Module 7: Rating Process Attributes and Capability Levels

• Interpreting performance indicators
• Assigning capability ratings (Level 0–5)
• Analyzing results and ensuring consistency

Module 8: Process Capability Assessment Report Development

• Structuring the assessment report
• Presenting findings, observations, and recommendations
• Using assessment results for governance improvement

Module 9: Process Improvement Planning

• Developing action plans based on assessment outcomes
• Setting performance improvement targets
• Aligning improvements with business objectives

Module 10: Roles and Responsibilities of an Assessor

• Core competencies of certified COBIT® 5 Assessors
• Ethical considerations and professional conduct
• Working within assessment teams and stakeholder management

Module 11: Case Study Workshop – Conducting an End-to-End Assessment

• Performing a complete assessment using a sample case study
• Documenting results and conducting review sessions
• Presenting an assessment report to management

Module 12: Certification Preparation and Exam Readiness

• Review of key COBIT® 5 Assessor concepts and tools
• Mock exam exercises and discussion
• Tips for successfully passing the COBIT® 5 Assessor exam

7. Expected Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Apply the COBIT® 5 Process Assessment Model in real organizational contexts.
• Conduct formal and repeatable assessments of process capability.
• Evaluate IT processes against best practice standards and frameworks.
• Produce accurate and objective assessment reports for decision-making.
• Recommend targeted improvement plans to enhance IT governance.
• Demonstrate readiness for the COBIT® 5 Assessor certification exam.
• Strengthen their professional credibility in IT governance, risk, and audit fields.

8. Certificate of Completion

Participants who complete all 12 modules, practical workshops, and assessments will receive:

🎓 Certificate of Completion – COBIT® 5 Assessor

Issued by: FOTADE Training, Research and Resource Development Centre

This certificate validates that the participant has successfully demonstrated the knowledge, analytical ability, and assessment skills required to evaluate IT process capability using the COBIT® 5 framework.
Graduates of this program will be prepared to serve as:

• Certified COBIT® 5 Assessors
• IT Governance and Risk Analysts
• Process Improvement Consultants
• Enterprise Governance Evaluators