In an era defined by the rapid evolution of technology, Information Technology (IT) and Security have become integral components of organizational success.

As businesses increasingly rely on digital infrastructure, the importance of effective management, strategic planning, and vigilant oversight in the world of IT and Security cannot be overstated. To address this imperative need, our training program, "Masterclass on Information Technology and Security" is crafted to empower (future) members of the management committee and board of directors.  By fostering a deep understanding of risks associated with IT and Security, this training aims to equip executives and non-executive directors with the knowledge, skills, and specific experience essential for steering organizations through the complex landscape of technology and safeguarding against potential threats.

By the end of this masterclass, you will be able to:

• develop a comprehensive understanding of the risks associated with information technology and security in organizational contexts;
• acquire skills in formulating effective policies and strategies to mitigate and manage information technology and security risks;
• enhance the ability to provide informed and effective oversight in the context of information technology and security;
• understand the distinctive roles of executive and non-executive directors in addressing information technology and security concerns.

CONTENT

• Introduction
• Concepts of IT technology & security  
  • Overview of IT technology layers
  • Overview of IT stakeholder landscape, including cloud
• What can go wrong with IT technology & security, and what might be the impact to the operational business?  
  • Cases to showcase IT technology risks and their potential impact
• How to control IT technology and security risks?  
  • Cornerstones of managing IT technology and security risks, from both governance, technology, process and people perspective
  • Role of board members and board committees in supervising IT technology and security risks
• What is the regulator imposing in terms of IT technology & security?  
  • Overview of current regulatory landscape in terms of IT technology & security
  • Insights on upcoming regulatory requirements related to IT technology & security
• Conclusion

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

• Duration: 1 day of training (6 class hours)
• Hours: 09:00 to 17:00
• Location: Febelfin Academy: Phoenix building, Koning Albert II-laan/Boulevard du Roi Albert II 19, 1210 Brussels
• Language: This training will be given in English

You follow a ‘Classroom training’ face-to-face in a group. You, the other participants and the teacher are all present in the same classroom at an agreed time. There is an opportunity for interaction and feedback, both from the participants to the teacher and vice versa. The teaching material consists as a basis of a presentation via the MyFA learning platform, supplemented with various other items (such as digital syllabus, presentation, audiovisual fragments, etc.).

Training material: PowerPoint presentation (slides). 

• Acquire knowledge from top experts
• Learn in a group, in a motivating and targeted way
• Deepen your knowledge and obtain recognized continuing professional development hours

• Be on time for the training. It’s best to arrive 10 minutes before it starts.
• Unexpected delay? Inform your on-location contact.
• Febelfin Academy’s reception desk can be reached at +32 (0)2 507 69 61.
• We recommend to review the learning material in advance and prepare your questions.

• To receive your (CPD) participation certificate for a classroom training, your presence and active participation are required throughout the entire session. Interaction is key to our trainings.
• Your (CPD) participation certificate will be published on your MyFA account the day following the course.
• Febelfin Academy wishes you a great learning experience.

This training course can be followed by multiple target groups:

• candidate directors;
• experienced directors from other sectors;
• existing directors (CEOs, COOs, CFOs and other senior executives);
• .…

Please note: this is not an IT-training for technical IT professionals.