LEARN FOR FREE 

Free professional development and CPE opportunities! ISACA offers more than 72 free CPE and professional development opportunities, many of which are member-exclusive and can be earned right from your computer at your convenience. Need more CPE credits? Don’t wait—earn by 31 December 2024. Discover free learning and CPE opportunities.

 

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)

• New training!—Machine Learning: Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Large Language Models serves as a natural progression from “Machine Learning and Business Enablement.” Learn how deep learning systems work for image analysis, language processing, and other sophisticated domains. Includes deep learning as a component of generative AI. Members save US$75 on the training. Explore the course and discover more AI resources.
• Webinar: Fireside Chat – Risky or Not?—14 November 2024, 11:30 am (CT) / 16:30 (UTC). Emerging technology risks require proactive approaches like scenario analysis and environmental scanning. They also require a higher tolerance for uncertainty, which can complicate management due to unclear ownership. Attend to learn how to approach emerging technology risks. Register here. One hour/one CPE (free for members, US$75 for nonmembers).
• White paper: Understanding the EU AI Act: Requirements and Next Steps

 

ISACA FOUNDATION

Subscribe to the ISACA Foundation newsletter to stay updated on news, scholarship opportunities, and the important work to support the underserved who wish to pursue careers in technology.

 

CMMI

Learn about the Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI)—Download the new CMMI Model Quick Reference Guide—a condensed look at the complete CMMI Model, including a summary of CMMI Capability Areas, Practice Areas, and practice group levels. This summary provides a helpful overview of the model content areas and what you can expect to see within a full Model Viewer Subscription.

 

VIRTUAL SUMMIT

ISACA Virtual Summit: Data Protection, Privacy Governance—4 December 2024, 9:00 am (CT) / 14:00 (UTC). There are new privacy regulations worldwide, like California’s CCPA and Brazil’s LGPD. This summit covers privacy principles that align with various privacy standards, frameworks, and best practices. Gain skills for creating, assessing, and enhancing a privacy program for your enterprise. Register here. Three hours/ three CPE. (This summit is free for ISACA members and US$225 for nonmembers.)

 

AUDIT

Webinar: Remove the Guess Work for Privileged Access—12 December 2024, 11:00 am (CT) / 16:00 (UTC). Discover how to secure your z/OS system, explore the importance of privileged access monitoring, and learn how to effectively manage user access through an External Security Manager (ESM). These essential elements are the keys to unlocking successful audit reviews. ISACA and Vanguard co-sponsored webinar. Register here. One hour/one CPE (free for members, US$75 for nonmembers).

 

RISK

Webinar: What’s in Your Commercial Software? Understanding COTS Risks—11 December 2024, 11:00 am (CT) / 16:00 (UTC). From your ERP systems to order to cash to treasury management, they are all commercial tools. This webinar explores six areas of risk to identify in commercial software before purchase or deployment across your organization. ISACA and Reversing Labs co-sponsored webinar. Register here. One hour/one CPE (free for members, US$75 for nonmembers).

 

VIRTUAL CONFERENCE

ISACA 2025 Virtual Conference—18-20 February 2025. Three days of worldwide IS/IT knowledge in three global time zones. Each day focuses on a different region and the unique perspectives and insights in audit, governance, privacy, security, and emerging technologies. Members receive almost half off registration. Save more! Before you register, contact your chapter and request a code that will provide you with 30% off a one-day or global pass. Register by 7 February. Up to 19.5 CPE credits.

 

SPANISH TRANSLATION

CRISC QAE Database available in Spanish—The CRISC QAE Database is now available in Spanish. This online database replaces the CRISC QAE Manual (questions, answers, and explanations) in print and eBook in Spanish, which will no longer be available after 2 December. Take advantage of the online/database version today! Members save US$100!

 

MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE ISACA JOURNAL

• Article: Securing LLMs: Best Practices for Enterprise Deployment
• Article: Clearing a Path: Anticipating Disruptive Innovation With an Eye Toward Compliance

 

RENEW TODAY

If you have not yet renewed your ISACA membership or certifications, cross it off your to-do list today! Renew to keep your benefits and enjoy many new opportunities and resources coming in 2025. 

 

MARK YOUR 2025 CALENDAR

Mark your calendar for ISACA’s 2025 in-person events:

• North America Conference, 21-23 May, Orlando, Florida, USA
• CMMI Partner Event, 21-23 May, Orlando, Florida, USA
• Annual General Meeting, 30 July, Chicago, Illinois, USA—and virtual
• GRC, 18-20 August, New York, New York, USA
• Europe Conference, 15-17 October, London, England

And virtual—Many, many more events will take place virtually, including the popular Member Exclusive Leadership/Speaker Series—tune in to the first one 22 January—and the global ISACA Virtual Conference, 18-20 February. There are more than 70 free CPE opportunities offered each year.

 

Don’t forget some that were mentioned last month:

• 2024-2025 ISACA Board of Directors nominations are open until 1 January 2025. Explore responsibilities, expectations, and the nomination process, and apply or nominate now!
• Member-Exclusive Speaker Series: “The Art of Confidence”—20 November 2024, 11:00 am (CT) / 16:00 (UTC)— In this high energy, inspiring talk, PepTalkHer founder Meggie Palmer digs into an obstacle that stands in the way for many people on the path to success: the confidence gap. Learn how to feel in control of your future and steer your confidence and career in a direction you love. Register here. One hour/one CPE (free for members).