GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance)

Overview

Educora’s Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) training covers how organisations establish governance, assess and manage risk, and address compliance requirements.

The curriculum includes governance frameworks, risk assessment, compliance controls, GRC tools, auditing and reporting. It also explores how policies and controls can support an organisation’s business goals.

Contact our training team to discuss prerequisites, practical exercises and any certificate included with the programme.

Prerequisites

• Basic understanding of Auditing and compliances.
• Knowledge of Basic cybersecurity.
• Good knowledge of MS Office.

Curriculum

Module 1: Introduction to GRC

• Understanding GRC
• Definition and Objectives
• Importance in Modern Organizations
• Key Concepts
• Governance
• Risk Management
• Compliance
• The GRC Framework
• GRC Terminology
• GRC Components
• GRC Roles and Responsibilities
• GRC Best Practices

Module 2: Governance

• Corporate Governance
• Principles of Corporate Governance
• Board of Directors' Role
• IT Governance
• IT Governance Frameworks (e.g., COBIT)
• Aligning IT with Business Goals
• Data Governance
• Managing Data Assets
• Data Privacy and Security

Module 3: Risk Management

• Understanding Risk
• Types of Risk (Operational, Financial, Cyber, etc.)
• Risk Appetite vs. Risk Tolerance
• Risk Assessment
• Risk Identification
• Risk Analysis
• Risk Mitigation
• Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
• Integrating Risk Management Across the Organization
• Risk Monitoring and Reporting

Module 4: Compliance Management

• Regulatory Compliance
• Understanding Regulatory Requirements
• Industry-specific Compliance
• Compliance Frameworks
• NIST, ISO, and Other Standards
• Compliance Controls
• Compliance Monitoring
• Audits and Assessments
• Compliance Reporting

Module 5: GRC Technology and Tools

• GRC Software Solutions
• Features and Benefits
• GRC Implementation Best Practices
• Risk Assessment Tools
• Risk Modeling and Simulation
• Risk Heat Maps
• Compliance Management Systems
• Automation of Compliance Processes
• Compliance Dashboards

Module 6: Building a GRC Program

• Establishing a GRC Team
• Roles and Responsibilities
• GRC Committee Formation
• Developing GRC Policies and Procedures
• Policy Framework
• Documenting Procedures
• GRC Training and Awareness
• Employee Training
• GRC Culture

Module 7: GRC Case Studies

• Real-World GRC Success Stories
• GRC Implementation Challenges
• Measurable Benefits
• Lessons Learned
• Common Pitfalls
• Best Practices

Module 8: GRC Auditing and Reporting

• Internal Auditing
• Audit Planning and Execution
• Reporting and Follow-up
• External Auditing
• Working with External Auditors
• Regulatory Audits

Module 9: Continuous Improvement in GRC

• GRC Metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Measuring GRC Effectiveness
• Benchmarking
• GRC Challenges and Future Trends
• Evolving Regulatory Landscape
• Automation and AI in GRC

Module 10: Conclusion and Certification

• Course Recap and Review
• Key Takeaways
• Skills Assessment
• GRC Certification
• GRC Professional Certification
• GRC Auditor Certification
  

Features

• Personalised Learning Plan
• Flexible Scheduling
• Expert Instructor
• Hands-on Project-Based Training
• Support After Training
• Interview Preparation

Course Fees

Virtual Instructor-Led Training