About the certification


The ISO/IEC 38500:2024 provides guiding principles for members of governing bodies of organizations and those that support them on the effective, efficient and acceptable use of information technology (IT) within their organizations.

The IT Governance Foundation (ISO/IEC 38500:2024) is a certification intended for individuals seeking to validate their knowledge of IT Governance according to the ISO/IEC 38500:2024. This exam includes topics such as Scope of the ISO/IEC 38500:2024, Terms and definitions, Good governance of IT, Principles for the governance of IT, Model for the governance of IT, and Framework for the governance of IT.

The IT Governance Foundation (ISO/IEC 38500:2024) certification exam is an online, closed-book, and remotely-proctored exam. It includes 40 multiple-choice questions and the passing score is 70%. Candidates will have 60 minutes to complete the exam. Validate your knowledge of IT Governance and advance your career. Register for your online exam now!





IT Governance Foundation (ISO/IEC 38500)

Exam details


Exam code

ITC-105

Launch date

April 09, 2024

Exam description

The IT Governance Foundation (ISO/IEC 38500:2024) exam tests the candidate's knowledge in IT Governance according to the ISO/IEC 38500:2024.

Current version

v3 (April 09, 2024)

Exam format

Multiple choice; computer-based; closed book; online proctored exam

Number of questions

40 questions

Passing score

70% (28 out of 40)

Exam duration

60 minutes

Level

Foundation

Languages

English

Exam description

Scope of the ISO/IEC 38500:2024, Terms and definitions, Good governance of IT, Principles for the governance of IT, Model for the governance of IT, and Framework for the governance of IT.

RECOMMENDED HOURS OF STUDY

16 hours

Bloom's Taxonomy

Level 1 (Remembering), Level 2 (Understanding) and Level 3 (Applying)

Recommended reading

• ISO/IEC 38500:2024 Information technology Governance of IT for the organization

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this certification

Recommended experience

Six months of work experience in IT Governance

Validity period

Lifetime

Exam Content Outline


   Domains Weight

1. Terms and definitions

5%

2. Scope of the ISO/IEC 38500:2024

5%

3. Good governance of IT

20%

4. Principles for the governance of IT

30%

5. Model for the governance of IT

20%

6. Framework for the governance of IT

20%

   Total

100%

How to get certified


1

Browse our certification programs and choose your certification.

2

Discover the exam objectives and prepare for your exam.

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Register for your online proctored exam.

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Take your online proctored exam in the comfort of your home or office.

5

Congratulations! You are certified!

STACKABLE CERTIFICATION


Earn 4 certifications and receive an integrator certification (designation).

Information Security Management Foundation (ISO/IEC 27001)

Information Security Controls Foundation (ISO/IEC 27002)

Information Security Risk Management Foundation (ISO/IEC 27005)

IT Governance Foundation (ISO/IEC 38500)

Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) v2

Frequently Asked Questions


  • How much does an ITCERTS certification exam cost?

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  • Are there any prerequisites to take the exams?

    There are no prerequisites to take the exams. ITCERTS recommends that candidates have at least six months of work experience in the area that the certification exam covers.

  • What is the exam retake policy?

    If a candidate does not achieve a passing score on the first attempt, there is no waiting period between the first and the second attempt. If a candidate does not achieve a passing score on the second attempt, the candidate must wait at least 7 days before retaking the exam for a third time. A candidate may not take a given exam any more than three times per year (12 months).

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  • Are there any mandatory training to take an exam?

    Training is recommended as part of your certification preparation, but it is not mandatory.

  • Which languages are the exams available in?

    Our exams are currently available in English and Portuguese.

  • Where can I take the exams?

    Exams are delivered online (Online Proctored Exams) and can be taken from anywhere in the world.

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    ITCERTS certifications are considered good-for-life and do not expire.

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