Which of the following should a stakeholder do to optimize the use of COBIT?
B
Explanation:
COBIT guidance should be customized to meet specific enterprise needs, as different enterprises
have different goals, objectives, risks, and requirements. COBIT provides a flexible and adaptable
framework that can be tailored to suit the enterprise’s context and environment.
COBIT also provides
guidance on how to customize the framework using design factors and focus
areas.12
Reference:
COBIT 2019 Framework: Introduction and Methodology
,
COBIT 2019 Design
Guide: Designing an Information and Technology Governance Solution
Which COBIT principle addresses the need to consider how many changes in technology or strategy
impact the enterprise governance system as a whole?
C
Explanation:
The COBIT principle that addresses the need to consider how changes in technology or strategy
impact the enterprise governance system as a whole is that a governance system should be
dynamic.
This principle states that “a governance system should be responsive to changing
stakeholder needs, conditions and options; adaptable to changing circumstances; able to learn from
experience; and innovative in supporting continual improvement” 4
.
A dynamic governance system
can anticipate and respond to changes in the internal and external environment, such as new
technologies, business models, risks, or opportunities5. Reference: 4: COBIT 2019 Framework:
Introduction and Methodology, page 23 5
: COBIT 2019 Framework: Governance and Management
Objectives, page 20
Which of the following BEST enables an enterprise to maximize value from the use of I&T?
B
Explanation:
An actionable strategy and governance system enables an enterprise to maximize value from the
use of I&T by providing direction, alignment, oversight, and performance measurement. A strategy
defines the enterprise’s vision, mission, goals, and objectives, and how I&T can support them. A
governance system ensures that the strategy is implemented effectively and efficiently, and that the
outcomes are monitored and evaluated.
COBIT provides a comprehensive governance system for
enterprise I&T that covers all aspects of governance, management, and
enablers.13
Reference:
COBIT 2019 Framework: Introduction and Methodology
,
COBIT 2019
Framework: Governance and Management Objectives
Which of the following is a KEY principle of an enterprise governance system?
A
Explanation:
A key principle of an enterprise governance system is that it should focus on all technology and
information processing, regardless of where processing takes place. This means that the governance
system should cover not only the IT function, but also the business processes, functions, and units
that use or rely on I&T. It also means that the governance system should address the external entities
that provide or consume I&T services or data, such as customers, suppliers, partners, regulators,
etc.
COBIT adopts a holistic view of enterprise I&T that encompasses all internal and external
stakeholders.14
Reference:
COBIT 2019 Framework: Introduction and Methodology
,
COBIT 2019
Framework: Governance System
According to the principles for a governance framework, which of the following is a PRIMARY
consideration when addressing new issues within a flexible and open framework?
A
Explanation:
A primary consideration when addressing new issues within a flexible and open framework is
maintaining integrity and consistency.
This means that “the framework should be internally
consistent; not contain contradictions or ambiguities; be complete in covering all relevant aspects of
enterprise governance of I&T; and be coherent in its structure, terminology and
presentation” 6
.
Maintaining integrity and consistency ensures that the framework is reliable, clear,
and easy to use for all stakeholders7. Reference: 6: COBIT 2019 Framework: Introduction and
Methodology, page 25 7
: COBIT 2019 Design Guide: Designing an Information and Technology
Governance Solution, page 13
Which of the following is a principle of a proper governance framework?
A
Explanation:
A principle of a proper governance framework is that it should be based on a conceptual model.
A
conceptual model is “a representation of a system that uses concepts and ideas to form said
representation” 8
. A conceptual model helps to define the scope, purpose, structure, and content of
a governance framework. It also helps to communicate the key concepts and relationships of a
governance system to stakeholders.
COBIT is based on a conceptual model that consists of three
main components: the governance system, the governance components, and the design
factors9. Reference: 8: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conceptual_model 9
: COBIT 2019 Framework:
Introduction and Methodology, page 26
Which of the following is a principle associated with the key components of a governance
framework?
C
Explanation:
A principle associated with the key components of a governance framework is that key components
should function independently to maintain integrity. Key components include governance
components (such as structures, processes, principles, policies, etc.), governance enablers (such as
people, skills, culture, information, services, etc.), and governance outcomes (such as value creation,
risk optimization, resource optimization, etc.). These components should operate independently
from each other to avoid conflicts of interest, bias, or undue influence. They should also have clear
roles, responsibilities, authorities, and accountabilities.
COBIT ensures the independence of key
components by defining their relationships and interactions in a transparent and consistent
manner.14
Reference:
COBIT 2019 Framework: Introduction and Methodology
,
COBIT 2019
Framework: Governance System
Which of the following describes the COBIT performance model?
B
Explanation:
The COBIT performance model is integrated into the COBIT core model. The COBIT core model
consists of two main elements: the governance and management objectives (which define what
needs to be achieved) and the performance model (which defines how well it needs to be achieved).
The performance model is based on existing maturity and capability models (such as ISO/IEC 15504)
and provides a common language to measure and communicate performance.
The performance
model consists of six levels (from 0 to 5) that describe the increasing degree of capability for each
governance or management objective.15
Reference:
COBIT 2019 Framework: Introduction and
Methodology
,
COBIT 2019 Framework: Governance System
Within a tailored enterprise governance system, a sourcing model for information and technology is
associated with:
A
Explanation:
A tailored enterprise governance system is a governance system that is customized to suit the
specific needs and context of an enterprise. A sourcing model for information and technology is one
of the design factors that influence the design and implementation of a tailored governance system.
A sourcing model describes how the enterprise obtains and delivers I&T services, such as in-house,
outsourced, cloud-based, etc.
The sourcing model affects the governance objectives, components,
and enablers that are relevant and applicable for the enterprise.12
Reference:
COBIT 2019
Framework: Introduction and Methodology
,
COBIT 2019 Design Guide: Designing an Information and
Technology Governance Solution
Which of the following governance components is ESSENTIAL for effective decision making?
A
Explanation:
People, skills and competencies are essential for effective decision making within a governance
system. People are the individuals or groups who perform or are accountable for the governance
activities and tasks. Skills and competencies are the abilities and knowledge that people need to
perform their roles and responsibilities.
People, skills and competencies are one of the seven
enablers of a governance system, as defined by COBIT.13
Reference:
COBIT 2019 Framework:
Introduction and Methodology
,
COBIT 2019 Framework: Governance System