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Deeper command of the DORA compliance framework

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A tailored course, built for your situation

Deeper command of the DORA compliance framework

Master the structure, obligations, and implementation logic of DORA so you can lead assurance efforts with confidence

$199 one-time
24-hour access provisioning 30-day money-back guarantee Hand-built implementation playbook
12 modules. 12 chapters per module. 144 chapters total.
12 modules, each with 12 chapters (144 chapters total), text-based, plus downloadable templates and a hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.

Who this is for

Senior QA professionals in regulated financial institutions navigating complex compliance frameworks

Who this is not for

Entry-level testers or auditors looking for introductory overviews of compliance

What you walk away with

  • Complete, framework-level understanding of DORA’s control objectives and testing requirements
  • Ability to translate DORA articles into executable test plans and evidence packs
  • Confidence to lead internal reviews and coordinate with external auditors
  • Repeatable methodology for validating compliance across multiple systems
  • Authority to justify control design choices based on DORA’s intent and structure

The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)

Module 1. DORA Framework Foundations
Understand the origin, scope, and legal hierarchy of DORA within EU financial regulation. Learn how it interacts with existing QA mandates.
12 chapters in this module
  1. What DORA regulates
  2. Who qualifies as a critical entity
  3. Obligation layers by article
  4. DORA vs NIS2 overlap
  5. Testing timelines by tier
  6. Compliance lifecycle phases
  7. Regulator expectations
  8. Internal audit triggers
  9. Third-party risk scope
  10. Incident reporting windows
  11. Documentation standards
  12. QA’s role in oversight
Module 2. Operational Resilience Mapping
Map critical functions to DORA’s resilience requirements. Define impact tolerances and test boundaries.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Identifying critical services
  2. Setting impact tolerances
  3. Mapping dependencies
  4. Threshold definitions
  5. Time-bound recovery
  6. Scenario design rules
  7. Stress test inputs
  8. External dependency tracking
  9. Reporting chain setup
  10. Evidence thresholds
  11. Escalation workflows
  12. Internal validation gates
Module 3. Testing Oversight Design
Structure end-to-end testing programs that satisfy DORA’s requirements for regularity, scope, and documentation.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Annual test mandate
  2. Scope by service tier
  3. Third-party inclusion rules
  4. Control validation depth
  5. Penetration test standards
  6. Red team scope
  7. Outcome reporting format
  8. Gap remediation tracking
  9. Follow-up testing rules
  10. Audit trail requirements
  11. Evidence retention
  12. QA sign-off workflow
Module 4. ICT Risk Control Mapping
Translate DORA’s ICT risk controls into testable specifications aligned with QA workflows.
12 chapters in this module
  1. ICT risk domains
  2. Control objective breakdown
  3. Mapping to QA checklists
  4. Data integrity controls
  5. Access governance
  6. Change management
  7. Backup validation
  8. Encryption scope
  9. Incident response
  10. Vulnerability scanning
  11. Patch compliance
  12. QA verification points
Module 5. Third-Party Risk Assurance
Validate that outsourced providers meet DORA’s stringent oversight requirements through audit-ready review processes.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Vendor classification
  2. Subcontractor oversight
  3. Due diligence depth
  4. Contractual clauses
  5. Audit rights enforcement
  6. Performance monitoring
  7. Compliance validation
  8. Escalation triggers
  9. Termination criteria
  10. Evidence collection
  11. QA review frequency
  12. Reporting to regulators
Module 6. Incident Classification & Reporting
Apply DORA’s incident taxonomy to real-world scenarios and execute timely, compliant reporting workflows.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Incident categories
  2. Severity thresholds
  3. Detection timelines
  4. Internal notification
  5. Escalation path
  6. Regulatory filing window
  7. Information required
  8. Follow-up updates
  9. QA validation role
  10. Evidence package
  11. Post-incident review
  12. Process refinement
Module 7. Audit-Grade Evidence Production
Generate defensible, regulator-ready documentation packs that demonstrate compliance with minimal rework.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Evidence standards
  2. Document retention rules
  3. Version control
  4. QA sign-off process
  5. Control testing records
  6. Test result timestamps
  7. Incident logs
  8. Audit trail completeness
  9. Internal review stamps
  10. Cross-reference indexing
  11. Format compliance
  12. QA ownership markers
Module 8. Control Validation Workflows
Design repeatable validation processes that embed DORA compliance into QA cycles without slowing delivery.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Pre-test checklists
  2. Automated control checks
  3. Manual validation steps
  4. Sampling methodology
  5. Failure classification
  6. Remediation tracking
  7. Revalidation rules
  8. Cross-team coordination
  9. QA gatekeeping role
  10. Sign-off templates
  11. Escalation paths
  12. Audit readiness drills
Module 9. Regulatory Interaction Readiness
Prepare for regulator inquiries with structured responses, documented evidence trails, and QA-led narratives.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Common inquiry types
  2. Evidence request handling
  3. Response templates
  4. Escalation protocols
  5. Internal alignment
  6. QA as first responder
  7. Document production
  8. Time-bound replies
  9. Follow-up tracking
  10. Lessons learned
  11. Process updates
  12. Stakeholder reporting
Module 10. Compliance Testing Automation
Integrate DORA requirements into automated test suites while preserving auditability and control integrity.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Test automation scope
  2. Control validation scripts
  3. Logging requirements
  4. Change detection
  5. False positive handling
  6. Version control
  7. Audit trail integration
  8. Threshold alerts
  9. Remediation triggers
  10. QA oversight
  11. Validation frequency
  12. Compliance coverage metrics
Module 11. Cross-Functional Alignment
Lead coordination between security, compliance, operations, and QA to ensure unified DORA implementation.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Stakeholder mapping
  2. Role clarity
  3. Communication cadence
  4. Conflict resolution
  5. Decision rights
  6. Documentation standards
  7. Escalation process
  8. Joint reviews
  9. Change approval
  10. Feedback loops
  11. Metrics alignment
  12. QA leadership role
Module 12. Sustained Compliance Ownership
Establish QA-led continuity for DORA compliance through documented playbooks, training, and ownership transitions.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Knowledge transfer
  2. Playbook maintenance
  3. Training plans
  4. Leadership continuity
  5. Audit readiness
  6. Change adaptation
  7. Regulator updates
  8. Internal audits
  9. Lessons learned
  10. Process improvement
  11. QA ownership model
  12. Succession planning

How this maps to your situation

  • When starting a new DORA validation cycle
  • Before external audit engagement
  • After a control failure or incident
  • During third-party vendor onboarding

Before vs. after

Before
Relying on external guidance and fragmented checklists to interpret DORA requirements
After
Owning the framework with confidence, leading validation efforts, and producing audit-ready artefacts independently

What's included with your purchase

  • 12 modules with 12 chapters each (144 chapters)
  • Downloadable templates and worked examples for every module
  • Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
  • 30-day money-back guarantee

Delivery and format

  • Course and learning environment access provisioned within 24 hours of purchase
  • Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access

Format: Text-based modules and chapters in the Art of Service learning environment, plus downloadable templates and worked examples for every chapter, plus the hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.

Time investment: Approximately 3-4 hours per module, designed to fit around full-time work commitments.

How this compares to the alternatives

Unlike generic compliance overviews, this course delivers deep, actionable mastery of DORA’s structure and implementation logic, specifically for QA practitioners in financial services who must validate compliance with precision.

Frequently asked

Is this course technical or policy-focused?
It’s practitioner-focused: technical enough for QA validation but structured around compliance outcomes and evidence production.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Will I receive templates I can use at work?
Yes, each module includes downloadable templates and worked examples applicable to DORA validation and reporting.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3-4 hours per module, designed to fit around full-time work commitments..

Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.

30-day money-back guarantee· 144 chapters· Hand-built playbook included· Account access within 24 hours
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