Training and Certification Area
IT and Corporate Governance — Training and Certification
Governance defines how the organisation decides, prioritises and controls. It is not bureaucracy; it is clarity of roles, alignment with the business, risk control and value measurement.
At BEHAVIOUR, this area develops competencies to structure IT governance models and applied corporate governance, strengthening decision-making, accountability, control and performance, with a focus on real-world application.
The purpose of this page is to frame the area, clarify its scope and help identify the most suitable training according to profile, responsibilities and governance context.
Who it is for
- IT, Digital and Transformation leaders
- Governance, risk and compliance managers
- Portfolio, programme and project managers
- Internal control and audit leaders
- Senior management and PMOs focused on decision-making
- Governance and performance consultants
Typical outcomes
- Clearer and more consistent decision-making
- IT ↔ business alignment supported by evidence
- Controlled priorities and investments
- Better risk control and compliance
- Greater transparency and accountability
Why IT and Corporate Governance is critical
Governance is execution with control. The difference lies in the quality of decisions.
Without governance, IT tends to operate through urgency, disconnected projects and decisions with limited traceability. With governance, there is direction, prioritisation and control: clear objectives, defined roles, metrics, managed risk and demonstrable value. In this area, BEHAVIOUR works on method and practice to turn governance into real capability.
Model and Roles
Decision structure, responsibilities and oversight mechanisms.
Value and Priorities
Alignment of investments, portfolio and outcomes with the business.
Risk and Control
Internal control, compliance and risk management applied to IT.
What IT and Corporate Governance covers
This area covers the main mechanisms of applied IT and corporate governance. It integrates governance and management practices and frameworks, governance principles, and good practices in control and performance.
- Principles and models of IT governance
- Strategic alignment between IT ↔ business
- Portfolio, programme and investment management
- Decision-making and accountability structures
- Metrics, performance and reporting
- Risk, internal control and compliance
- Governance applied to IT services and operations
Training courses in IT and Corporate Governance
Selection of courses available in this area. Each course has its own page with full details.
IT Governance Foundation
Fundamentals of IT governance: principles, roles, decision-making, control and alignment with the business.
CGEIT® Preparation Course
Structured preparation for the CGEIT® certification, with a focus on governance, value, risk and IT resources.
Training pathways in IT and Corporate Governance
This area includes training pathways aimed at leadership and decision-making profiles, helping to consolidate governance, control and performance in IT.
Until dedicated pathways for this area are published, BEHAVIOUR can support the definition of the most suitable training path for leaders, managers and teams with governance responsibilities.
Frequently asked questions about IT and Corporate Governance
Brief answers to help choose the most suitable training in this area.
What does this area cover?
It covers governance models, decision-making structures, strategic alignment, portfolio management, control, risk, compliance and performance measurement, helping to turn governance into real organisational capability.
What is IT governance?
It is the discipline that defines how the organisation directs, oversees, prioritises and controls the use of IT, ensuring alignment with the business, value creation, risk management and accountability.
What is the difference between IT Governance Foundation and CGEIT®?
IT Governance Foundation introduces governance principles, models, roles and practices. The CGEIT® preparation course provides a deeper and more demanding view of enterprise IT governance, with a focus on value, risk, resources and integration into organisational decision-making.
Does this area help improve IT decision-making?
Yes. One of the objectives of this area is to strengthen the ability to decide with clearer criteria, defined roles, relevant metrics, priorities aligned with the business, and greater control over risk and investment.
Can I request support to define a training pathway for my role or team?
Yes. BEHAVIOUR can support the selection of the most suitable pathway according to profile, responsibilities, governance context and intended level of maturity.
Need help choosing the right course?
We support the decision based on profile, responsibilities and governance context.