DORA Foundation

This training course provides a comprehensive introduction to the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) and its core principles. It equips participants with essential knowledge of the DORA requirements for ICT risk management, incident reporting, digital operational resilience testing, third-party risk management, and information sharing practices. 

Why Should You Attend?

This training course is designed to help participants understand the fundamental concepts, requirements, and principles of the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA). By attending this training course, participants will also learn the key responsibilities of financial entities and regulators under DORA, with practical insights into applying DORA principles within organizational ICT risk management frameworks.

After completing the training course, you will be eligible to sit for the exam. Upon successfully passing the exam, you can apply for the “PECB Certificate Holder in DORA Foundation” credential. This certificate demonstrates your understanding of DORA and its application in the financial services sector.

Who Should Attend?

This training course is intended for:

• Managers and consultants seeking to understand DORA requirements for ICT risk management
• Professionals involved in digital operational resilience or cybersecurity in the financial sector
• Risk and compliance officers seeking a foundational knowledge of DORA
• Individuals responsible for managing third-party ICT risks within financial institutions
• Anyone interested in supporting their organization’s compliance with DORA

Learning Objectives

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

1. Describe the DORA concepts and principles
2. Explain the main DORA requirements for an ICT risk management framework 
3. Identify potential actions and approaches that organizations can use to achieve compliance with DORA 

Educational Approach

• Lecture sessions include discussion questions and examples. 
• Participants are strongly encouraged to interact with one another, exchange ideas, and actively participate in discussions.
• The quiz structure within the course closely mirrors that of the exam, ensuring participants are well-prepared.

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Prerequisites 

There are no prerequisites to participate in this training course.