Service Organization Controls (SOC) Reporting Training
The 'Service Organization Controls (SOC)' course is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of SOC reporting, its history, types, and the specific focus on SOC 2 reports. The course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to evaluate, benefit from, and understand SOC reports, specifically SOC 2.

Course Fee
S$1500
Course Information
Course Overview
The 'Service Organization Controls (SOC)' course is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of SOC reporting, its history, types, and the specific focus on SOC 2 reports. The course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to evaluate, benefit from, and understand SOC reports, specifically SOC 2.
Course Objectives
- Understand the background and introduction to SOC reporting.
- Explore the history and evaluation of SOC reports.
- Learn the industry needs and advantages of SOC reports.
- Identify different types of SOC reports and their categories.
- Gain a deep understanding of SOC 1, SOC 2, and SOC 3 reports.
- Recognize additional and new-age reports related to SOC reporting.
- Understand the categories of trust service criteria (TSC) and their applicability.
- Dive into SOC 2 reporting, including its various sections.
- Walk through a sample SOC report to comprehend key concepts.
Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of auditing or compliance concepts is helpful but not required
- Familiarity with service organizations and their operations
- No prior SOC reporting experience necessary
Course Outlines
Module 1: Introduction & Course Overview
- Introduction to the training and setting the context.
- What is a SOC Report?
- Background and introduction to SOC reporting.
Module 2: History of SOC Report
- Evaluation of SOC reports.
- Benefit of SOC Report
- Industry needs and advantages of SOC reports.
Module 3: Different Types of Report
- Categories and types of SOC reports.
- SOC 1 Report: Purpose of SOC 1 reports.
- SOC 2 Report: Purpose of SOC 2 reports.
- SOC 3 Report: Purpose of SOC 3 reports.
- Additional Reports: Overview of additional and new-age reports.
Module 4: Trust Service Criteria (TSC)
- Categories of trust service criteria and their applicability.
- Deep Dive on SOC 2 Reporting: Necessity to understand various sections of SOC reporting.
Module 5: SOC 2 Reporting – Section 1, 2 & 3
- Review of section 1 in a typical SOC 2 report.
- Walkthrough of section details in a sample SOC report.
- Review of section 2 in a typical SOC 2 report.
- Walkthrough of section details in a sample SOC report.
- Review of section 3 in a typical SOC 2 report.
- Walkthrough of section details in a sample SOC report.
Module 6: SOC 2 Reporting – Section 4 & 5
- Review of section 4 in a typical SOC 2 report.
- Review of section 5 in a typical SOC 2 report.
- Walkthrough of section details in a sample SOC report.
Course Outcomes
- Gain a deep understanding of SOC reports and their significance in the industry.
- Explore the historical development of SOC reporting standards.
- Recognize the benefits and advantages of SOC reports for service organizations.
- Differentiate between various types of SOC reports and their applications.
- Specifically understand the purpose and scope of SOC 1, SOC 2, and SOC 3 reports.
- Explore additional and emerging reports in the realm of service organization controls.
- Comprehend the categories of trust service criteria (TSC) and their relevance.
- Dive into the intricacies of SOC 2 reporting, section by section.
- Acquire practical skills through real-world examples and sample SOC reports.
- Engage in interactive sessions and open forums to clarify doubts and enhance understanding.
What You'll Learn
Facilities & Equipment
Virtual Training
- Electronic materials
- IT support for software & hardware
- Administrative support
Face-to-Face Training
- Air-conditioned classroom
- Meals & refreshments provided
- Projector & smart board
- Stationery provided
