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Who is ultimately responsible for IT governance in organizations?
Who is ultimately responsible for IT governance in organizations?
- The IT manager
- The CIO
- The Board (correct)
- The CEO
What is the main difference between governance and management?
What is the main difference between governance and management?
- Management dictates policy and governance ensure it becomes operational
- Governance is found only in government and management in business enterprises
- Governance dictates policy and management operationalizes it (correct)
- Management is called governance in the public sector
Choose a keyword relating to the “Direct” function.
Choose a keyword relating to the “Direct” function.
- Ensuring implementation
- Controlling activities
- Establishing responsibilities (correct)
- Enforcing compliance
At which management level does Execution occur in the Direct and Control cycle?
At which management level does Execution occur in the Direct and Control cycle?
Who is a founder member of King IV?
Who is a founder member of King IV?
Governance consists of two main processes?
Governance consists of two main processes?
Which of the following can be summarised with the word ‘transparency’?
Which of the following can be summarised with the word ‘transparency’?
The Board of an enterprise forms part of:
The Board of an enterprise forms part of:
Which of the following does NOT represent any of the management levels in an enterprise?
Which of the following does NOT represent any of the management levels in an enterprise?
The King Report is ……
The King Report is ……
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Study Notes
IT Governance
- IT governance is ultimately the responsibility of the Board of Directors in an organization.
Governance vs. Management
- Governance focuses on the framework of decision-making, accountability, and strategic direction, while management involves the operational execution and implementation of those decisions.
Keyword in “Direct” Function
- A relevant keyword for the "Direct" function is "Leadership."
Execution Level in Direct and Control Cycle
- Execution occurs at the operational management level in the Direct and Control cycle.
King IV Founder Member
- One of the founder members of King IV is Prof. Mervyn King.
Governance Processes
- Governance consists of two main processes: strategic direction and accountability.
Transparency Summary
- The concept of "transparency" can be summarized through the principle of openness and clarity in organizational governance.
Board of an Enterprise
- The Board of an enterprise forms part of the governance structure responsible for overseeing and directing the organization.
Management Levels
- Functions such as "advisory" do NOT represent any of the management levels in an enterprise.
King Report Insight
- The King Report is a comprehensive framework for corporate governance in South Africa, promoting ethical leadership and responsible corporate citizenship.
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