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Polished DORA submissions on the first draft

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A tailored course, built for your situation

Polished DORA submissions on the first draft

Turn regulatory requirements into clean, audit-ready outputs with precision

$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

Compliance and talent advisors in financial services firms preparing for DORA implementation and audit cycles

Who this is not for

This is not for entry-level associates learning the basics of compliance or professionals outside financial regulation contexts

What you walk away with

  • Produce complete DORA-compliant documentation with no revision loops
  • Master the control-to-evidence mapping expected in initial submissions
  • Deploy a repeatable template for Article 25 and Article 29 deliverables
  • Reference real precedent from peer institutions’ published approaches
  • Build narrative coherence across technical, operational, and governance sections

The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)

Module 1. DORA Scope Definition
Map organisational units and third parties under DORA’s purview using exact regulator language and precedent.
12 chapters in this module
  1. What is a financial entity
  2. Third party categorisation
  3. In scope versus out
  4. Entity role alignment
  5. Regulator communication types
  6. Internal boundary setting
  7. Threshold calculations
  8. Jurisdiction overlap
  9. Subsidiary inclusion rules
  10. Asset class considerations
  11. Critical function identification
  12. Documentation standards
Module 2. ICT Risk Assessment Framework
Build a layered assessment model meeting Article 5 requirements with tested scenarios.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Risk appetite statement
  2. Threat modelling method
  3. Scenario severity bands
  4. Frequency estimation
  5. Control effectiveness rating
  6. Inherent versus residual
  7. Cross dependency mapping
  8. Geographic variation
  9. Vendor risk integration
  10. Likelihood calibration
  11. Impact thresholds
  12. Reporting format
Module 3. Incident Reporting Flow
Design a submission-ready process for Article 8 reporting aligned with EBA timelines.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Classification schema
  2. Materiality threshold
  3. Escalation path design
  4. Internal logging standard
  5. External notification trigger
  6. Timeline adherence
  7. Information package content
  8. Follow up protocol
  9. Regulator response tracking
  10. Remediation linkage
  11. Status update rhythm
  12. Archive requirement
Module 4. Digital Operational Resilience Policy
Draft a board-endorsed policy document that satisfies Article 4 obligations.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Policy versus framework
  2. Leadership endorsement
  3. Objective setting
  4. Ownership assignment
  5. Review cycle definition
  6. Integration with BCM
  7. Change management
  8. Version control
  9. Policy distribution
  10. Compliance monitoring
  11. Third party alignment
  12. Audit trail
Module 5. Threat-Led Penetration Testing
Structure and scope TLPT exercises to meet Article 6 standards.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Test frequency requirement
  2. Scenario selection
  3. Blue team role
  4. Red team mandate
  5. Scope approval process
  6. Critical function inclusion
  7. Findings classification
  8. Reporting obligation
  9. Remediation timeline
  10. Independent validation
  11. Lessons learned integration
  12. Document retention
Module 6. Resilience Testing Coordination
Orchestrate end-to-end testing across functions with regulator-grade outputs.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Test planning calendar
  2. Stakeholder alignment
  3. Scenario realism
  4. Execution oversight
  5. Failure simulation
  6. Recovery validation
  7. Gap logging
  8. Performance metrics
  9. Summary reporting
  10. Action tracking
  11. Follow up schedule
  12. Cross-border coordination
Module 7. Third Party Risk Oversight
Implement due diligence and monitoring for ICT suppliers under Article 13.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Vendor criticality
  2. Due diligence depth
  3. Contract clause design
  4. Performance monitoring
  5. Exit planning
  6. Subcontractor oversight
  7. Churn risk
  8. Onboarding checks
  9. Audit rights
  10. Penalty enforcement
  11. Renewal review
  12. Exit strategy
Module 8. Information Sharing Mechanism
Establish secure channels for Article 18 sharing across financial entities.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Entity eligibility
  2. Data sensitivity bands
  3. Channel security
  4. Use case definition
  5. Request workflow
  6. Approval authority
  7. Escalation routing
  8. Anonymisation process
  9. Data retention
  10. Incident logging
  11. Access revocation
  12. Compliance audit
Module 9. Operational Risk Data Collection
Build a central system for aggregating resilience metrics from multiple sources.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Data point taxonomy
  2. Collection frequency
  3. Source system mapping
  4. Validation rule
  5. Exception handling
  6. Ownership assignment
  7. Storage standard
  8. Access control
  9. Reporting rhythm
  10. Gap identification
  11. Trend analysis
  12. Audit readiness
Module 10. Internal Audit Alignment
Ensure audit functions are testing DORA compliance with precision.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Audit scope definition
  2. Testing frequency
  3. Control objective mapping
  4. Evidence sufficiency
  5. Finding severity
  6. Remediation tracking
  7. Cross-team coordination
  8. Audit independence
  9. Reporting line
  10. Management response
  11. Follow up testing
  12. Documentation standard
Module 11. Regulatory Engagement Strategy
Prepare for EBA and national regulator inquiries with confidence.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Inquiry types
  2. Response protocol
  3. Document preparation
  4. Stakeholder alignment
  5. Timeline management
  6. Escalation path
  7. Pre-briefing coordination
  8. Draft review cycle
  9. Submission format
  10. Follow up handling
  11. Registry updates
  12. Lessons capture
Module 12. Continuous Improvement Cycle
Embed feedback from tests, incidents, and audits into ongoing resilience.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Feedback integration
  2. Control enhancement
  3. Policy update
  4. Training refresh
  5. Tooling adjustment
  6. Benchmark tracking
  7. Gap closure
  8. Stakeholder comms
  9. Budget alignment
  10. Roadmap update
  11. Leadership reporting
  12. Audit trail

How this maps to your situation

  • New DORA implementation
  • Upcoming audit cycle
  • Third party vendor review
  • Internal policy refresh

Before vs. after

Before
Drafting DORA outputs with uncertainty about regulator expectations and potential revision cycles
After
Submitting polished, complete DORA documentation that passes audit scrutiny on the first try

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 6-8 hours over two weeks, with self-paced access to all materials

How this compares to the alternatives

Unlike generic compliance courses, this program focuses exclusively on DORA with real submission templates and regulatory precedent, not simulated or abstract content.

Frequently asked

Is this course relevant for non-bank financial institutions?
Yes, DORA applies broadly across financial entities including investment firms, payment institutions, and crypto-asset service providers.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Are the templates regulator-approved?
Templates are based on actual filings and designed to meet expected regulatory standards, but are adaptable to your institution's context.
$199 one-time. Approximately 6-8 hours over two weeks, with self-paced access to all materials.

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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