Reference no: EM133871150

IS Governance and Risk

Objectives - This assessment is designed to improve student learning skills and to give students experience in researching the literature on a topic relevant to the Unit of Study subject matter, critically analyzing current academic papers then presenting idea or questions and expected outcomes with clarity and definition in a referenced.

Instruction: This assessment item is designed to improve student learning skills and provide experience in critically analysing governance frameworks, assessing risk management strategies, and evaluating their impact on information systems. The student will present their findings in a well-researched and referenced report.

Assignment Overview:
This assignment challenges you to critically evaluate an IS Governance framework and propose a risk management strategy for a given case study. Your goal is to demonstrate how effective governance and risk management can support the organization's overall strategy and operational objectives.

Objectives:
To enhance your ability to analyse governance frameworks within an organizational context.
To develop practical risk management strategies using industry-standard methodologies.
To critically evaluate the impact of governance and risk management on information systems operations.

Assignment Details:
Case Study Analysis: You can choose a case study that describes a business scenario involving governance and risk issues from the last 5 years Journals or conferences paper. Carefully read and analyse the case to understand the underlying governance challenges and risks.

Governance Framework Assessment:
Prepare a Governance Framework using one of the appropriate IS Governance frameworks (e.g., COBIT, ITIL, ISO/IEC 38500).
Analysis: Critically assess the prepared framework's ability to address the governance challenges identified in the case study.
Implementation Plan: Propose a plan for implementing the framework within the organization, including key roles, responsibilities, and processes.

Risk Management Strategy:
Risk Identification: Identify the key risks associated with the IS operations described in the case study.
Risk Assessment: Evaluate the likelihood and impact of these risks using a recognized risk assessment methodology.
Mitigation Plan: Develop a risk mitigation plan that includes preventive, detective, and corrective controls.
Expected Outcomes: Discuss the expected outcomes of implementing your governance and risk management strategies, including potential benefits, challenges, and impacts on organizational performance.
Key Elements of the Assessment:
Introduction: Provide a synopsis of the case study and explain the background on the governance and risk issues, including an identification of gaps in the current approach.
Governance Framework: Prepare a governance framework, including its strengths, weaknesses, and applicability to the case study.
Risk Management: Present a comprehensive risk management strategy, detailing the identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks.
Implementation: Discuss the practical steps for implementing your governance and risk management strategies within the organization.
Conclusion: Summarize your findings and suggest areas for further improvement of the governance framework and Risk Management framework.