CGEIT

Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT)
The CGEIT certification program was designed specifically for professionals charged with satisfying the IT governance needs of an enterprise.

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Governance in IT

Introduced in 2007, the CGEIT designation is designed for professionals who manage, provide advisory and/or assurance services, and/or who otherwise support the governance of an enterprise’s IT and wish to be recognized for their IT governance-related experience and knowledge, CGEIT is based on ISACA’s and the IT Governance Institute’s (ITGI’s) intellectual property and the input of subject matter experts around the world.

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Worldwide Recognition

Although certification may not be mandatory for you at this time, a growing number of organizations are recommending that employees become certified. To help ensure success in the global marketplace, it is vital to select a certification program based on universally accepted technical practices.

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The Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT) certification promotes the advancement of professionals who wish to be recognized for their IT governance-related experience and knowledge.

CGEIT is specifically developed for IT and business professionals who have a significant management, advisory, or assurance role relating to the governance of enterprise IT and for those and who have experience in the following areas:

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• IT Governance Framework
  
• Strategic Alignment
  
• Value Delivery
  
• Risk Management
  
• Resource Management
  
• Performance Measurement
  

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Why CGEIT?

CGEIT demonstrates proven expertise: Boards and executive management expect IT to deliver business value. IT governance is a key component of enterprise governance and success. A CGEIT designation demonstrates that you have proven experience and knowledge in the governance of enterprise IT.

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CGEIT enhances credibility, influence and recognition: The CGEIT certification provides those who earn it with the credibility needed to address critical issues with key executives and boards. CGEIT combines the achievement of passing a comprehensive exam with recognition of work, management and educational experience, providing greater recognition in the marketplace and influence at the executive level.

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CISA, CISM and CGEIT Approved

The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) has accredited the CGEIT certification program under ISO/IEC 17024:2003, General Requirements for Bodies Operating Certification Systems of Persons. ANSI, a private, nonprofit organization, accredits other organizations to serve as third-party product, system and personnel certifiers. ISACA is proud to be recognized with this international standard of performance.