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Deeper command of the DORA implementation framework

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A tailored course, built for your situation

Deeper command of the DORA implementation framework

Master the depth of DORA requirements and lead with confidence across regulatory cycles

$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 financial services leader operating at the nexus of sales, compliance, and regulatory preparedness, focused on maintaining institutional trust and forward-looking control

Who this is not for

Entry-level compliance staff, technical auditors, or engineers implementing point controls without strategic context

What you walk away with

  • Complete mental model of the DORA framework structure and interdependencies
  • Ability to anticipate and pre-empt examiner questions with sourced references
  • Confidence to guide cross-functional teams without deferring to external counsel
  • Sharper articulation of DORA implications in executive discussions
  • Faster translation of regulatory text into operational guidance

The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)

Module 1. DORA structure and objective mapping
Break down the regulation into core pillars and map each to operational ownership across sales, risk, and compliance.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Regulation overview
  2. Scope definition
  3. Pillar 1 breakdown
  4. Pillar 2 breakdown
  5. Pillar 3 breakdown
  6. Pillar 4 breakdown
  7. Interdependencies
  8. Examination focus areas
  9. Reporting timelines
  10. Obligation mapping
  11. Entity-level implications
  12. Third-party linkages
Module 2. Operational resilience planning under DORA
Build defensible resilience strategies aligned with regulator expectations for testing and response.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Resilience definition
  2. Scenario planning
  3. Test frequency rules
  4. Outcome evaluation
  5. Documentation standards
  6. Executive sign-off process
  7. Vendor inclusion criteria
  8. Incident escalation paths
  9. Recovery benchmarks
  10. Board communication rhythm
  11. Gap assessment method
  12. Progress tracking
Module 3. ICT risk management framework alignment
Map internal controls to DORA’s ICT risk requirements and identify coverage gaps.
12 chapters in this module
  1. ICT scope definition
  2. Risk threshold setting
  3. Control inventory
  4. Third-party assessments
  5. Penetration testing rules
  6. Audit trail standards
  7. Incident classification
  8. Response protocols
  9. Escalation timelines
  10. Reporting templates
  11. Internal review cycles
  12. External auditor prep
Module 4. Third-party oversight and vendor risk
Apply DORA’s strict vendor rules to current contracts and manage outsourcing risk with precision.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Vendor classification
  2. Criticality assessment
  3. Contract clause requirements
  4. Audit rights
  5. Subcontractor rules
  6. Exit planning
  7. Performance monitoring
  8. Incident notification
  9. Compliance verification
  10. Risk tiering model
  11. Due diligence depth
  12. Oversight frequency
Module 5. Incident reporting obligations
Know exactly when and how to report incidents under DORA’s strict timelines and content rules.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Incident definition
  2. Materiality thresholds
  3. Internal logging
  4. Classification levels
  5. Reporting triggers
  6. 24-hour rule
  7. 72-hour rule
  8. Content requirements
  9. Escalation workflow
  10. Evidence collection
  11. Regulator formats
  12. Follow-up readiness
Module 6. Digital operational resilience testing
Design and lead mandated testing programs that satisfy regulator scrutiny.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Testing mandate
  2. Scope definition
  3. Internal vs external
  4. Frequency rules
  5. Penetration test types
  6. Red teaming basics
  7. Result documentation
  8. Gap logging
  9. Remediation tracking
  10. Executive summaries
  11. Audit readiness
  12. Lessons learned
Module 7. Information sharing and cooperation
Navigate permitted and restricted sharing under DORA between institutions and authorities.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Permitted sharing types
  2. Confidentiality rules
  3. Authority requests
  4. Cross-border considerations
  5. Internal approvals
  6. Documentation standards
  7. Legal review triggers
  8. Data minimisation
  9. Sharing logs
  10. Audit trail requirements
  11. Revocation process
  12. Breach coordination
Module 8. Regulatory reporting and documentation
Produce complete, accurate, and timely reports required under DORA’s governance model.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Report types
  2. Filing schedules
  3. Data sources
  4. Validation steps
  5. Internal approvals
  6. Retention rules
  7. Format standards
  8. Language requirements
  9. Cross-entity aggregation
  10. Exemption criteria
  11. Extension requests
  12. Non-compliance process
Module 9. Governance and oversight frameworks
Strengthen internal structures to meet DORA’s leadership accountability demands.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Accountability framework
  2. Senior manager duties
  3. Delegation rules
  4. Oversight frequency
  5. Minutes standards
  6. Policy update cycles
  7. Training requirements
  8. Compliance monitoring
  9. Risk appetite linkage
  10. Performance metrics
  11. Incentive alignment
  12. Review escalation
Module 10. Supervisory cooperation and authority roles
Understand how national and EU authorities coordinate under DORA and what that means locally.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Authority roles
  2. Joint assessments
  3. Dispute resolution
  4. Peer reviews
  5. ESA coordination
  6. National options
  7. Compliance monitoring
  8. Enforcement powers
  9. Penalty structure
  10. Information exchange
  11. Transparency rules
  12. Public reporting
Module 11. Integration with existing compliance programs
Align DORA initiatives with current SOC 2, FFIEC, and internal audit workflows.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Overlap mapping
  2. Control rationalisation
  3. Audit alignment
  4. Evidence reuse
  5. Policy harmonisation
  6. Training integration
  7. Monitoring convergence
  8. Reporting streamlining
  9. Tool consolidation
  10. Stakeholder alignment
  11. Resource optimisation
  12. Executive messaging
Module 12. Future-proofing and emerging updates
Stay ahead of upcoming changes and technical standards under the DORA framework.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Technical standards pipeline
  2. ESA consultations
  3. National implementation
  4. Industry feedback
  5. Guidance updates
  6. Regulatory watch process
  7. Internal alerting
  8. Stakeholder comms
  9. Change impact analysis
  10. Transition planning
  11. Gap mitigation
  12. Knowledge transfer

How this maps to your situation

  • When preparing for regulator inquiries
  • During cross-functional policy alignment
  • Before major vendor renewals or onboarding
  • In executive risk committee preparation

Before vs. after

Before
Reactive engagement with DORA requirements, relying on external counsel or compliance teams for interpretation
After
Proactive leadership with full command of the framework, able to guide teams and shape internal narratives confidently

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 2-3 hours per module, designed for completion over 6-8 weeks with real-world application between modules.

How this compares to the alternatives

Unlike generic compliance webinars or dense regulatory PDFs, this course delivers a structured, practitioner-led mastery of DORA with specific examples, templates, and decision logic used by leading institutions.

Frequently asked

Who is this course for?
Senior leaders in financial services who need to understand and apply DORA beyond surface-level compliance, particularly those influencing risk, resilience, or third-party governance.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Is prior DORA experience required?
No. The course builds from foundational concepts to deep mastery, making it accessible to leaders new to DORA while still valuable for those with exposure.
$199 one-time. Approximately 2-3 hours per module, designed for completion over 6-8 weeks with real-world application between modules..

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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