Certified Governance, Risk, and Compliance (CGRC)

Course Prerequisites

While there are no mandatory prerequisites for this course, having the following experience will be beneficial:

• Basic understanding of risk management principles, governance frameworks, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Experience working in IT security, cybersecurity, or related fields will help you grasp the content more effectively.
• Knowledge of common compliance standards and frameworks (such as ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, HIPAA) will be useful, though not required.

If you're new to the field of governance and compliance, Cloud360 offers preparatory courses to help you build a solid foundation in risk management and cybersecurity concepts.

Learning Objectives

The Certified in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (CGRC) certification training covers the core elements of managing governance structures, identifying and mitigating risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance across industries. You’ll gain practical knowledge of global standards, risk management strategies, and tools for auditing and compliance.

Key topics include:

• Introduction to Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC): Understand the foundational principles of GRC, the relationship between governance, risk management, and compliance, and how they align with organizational objectives.
• Risk Management Frameworks: Learn how to assess and manage risks using established frameworks like ISO 31000, COSO, and NIST. Understand how to build and implement risk management programs.
• Compliance Management: Gain expertise in managing regulatory compliance and how to ensure that an organization meets legal and regulatory obligations. Explore compliance frameworks like GDPR, HIPAA, SOX, and PCI DSS.
• Governance Practices: Understand the principles of governance, including governance structures, policies, roles, and responsibilities, and how to ensure accountability and transparency across the organization.
• Audit and Monitoring: Learn how to conduct audits and assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of GRC processes. Understand how to implement monitoring tools to ensure continuous compliance and risk management.
• Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery: Learn how to develop effective business continuity and disaster recovery plans, ensuring that critical operations can continue in the face of disruptions or cyber threats.
• Risk Assessment Tools and Techniques: Explore the various tools and techniques used for conducting risk assessments, including qualitative and quantitative risk analysis methods.
• Integrating GRC into Organizational Culture: Learn how to create a strong culture of compliance and risk awareness within an organization, driving adherence to GRC principles across all levels of staff.
• Cybersecurity and GRC: Understand how cybersecurity risks fit within the broader GRC landscape and how to integrate security controls into the overall governance and risk management framework.

Upon completion of the CGRC course, you’ll be fully prepared to sit for the CGRC certification exam. This certification validates your ability to design, implement, and manage governance, risk, and compliance frameworks within organizations, helping to safeguard against regulatory fines, cybersecurity threats, and operational risks.

Target Audience

This course is ideal for:

• Risk management professionals who want to develop a deeper understanding of governance, risk, and compliance frameworks.
• Compliance officers and regulatory specialists looking to gain a recognized certification to advance in the GRC field.
• Cybersecurity professionals seeking to integrate GRC practices into their security operations.
• IT managers, auditors, and consultants responsible for compliance and governance within organizations.
• Anyone interested in earning the CGRC certification to enhance their qualifications in the areas of risk management, governance, and compliance.