COBIT® 2019 Foundation (ISACA)

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Overview

COBIT 2019 Foundation validates foundational knowledge of COBIT as a framework for governance and management of enterprise information and technology.

Last updated: 2026-02-15

What it covers

  • COBIT principles and governance system components
  • Goals cascade and governance objectives
  • Governance vs management concepts
  • Performance management basics
  • Introduction to design factors (overview)

Quick snapshot

Price$175
Time Commitment20–40 hours
Recertification IntervalVaries
PrerequisitesNone
Difficulty3
Job Demand2
Self Employment3
Remote Roles6
Typical Salary (US): $85,000–$160,000

Steps to get certified

  1. Review COBIT 2019 concepts and terminology
  2. Study the official learning objectives
  3. Take practice questions
  4. Register through ISACA and schedule the exam
  5. Pass the exam to earn the certificate

Free study resources

  • ISACA COBIT Foundation page and resources
  • YouTube: COBIT 2019 Foundation summaries
  • Practice quizzes and flashcards
  • Governance/audit blogs with COBIT explainers

Communities & discussion

  • ISACA chapters and communities
  • LinkedIn: IT governance and audit groups
  • Reddit: GRC and audit discussions
  • Local audit/IS communities

Example jobs with this cert

  • IT Auditor (Associate)
  • GRC Analyst
  • IT Governance Analyst
  • Risk & Compliance Analyst
  • Internal Audit Analyst
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