IT Governance, Compliance and Auditing Curriculum--A Pedagogical Perspective

IT governance, compliance and auditing are becoming as important pedagogical subjects as long-established financial control and financial auditing. Designing sound IT governance, compliance and auditing curriculum is a rewarding as well as challenging task. In this paper, we share our experiences from teaching IT governance, compliance and auditing both in the undergraduate and graduate level and examine lessons learned. After discussing the necessity and importance of the subjects to be included in the college computing curriculum, we draw a core body of knowledge for IT governance, compliance and auditing. We also provide curriculum design strategy, student assessment and outcomes. Our goal is to cultivate a kernel so that graduates can apply their understanding in the subjects to a wide spectrum of industries that are increasingly dependent on technology advancement.