Description
Online, tutor led learning
There will be a number of Cyber Risk Governance and Policy Courses run throughout 2024/2025 by Abertay University.
Course Summary
The Cybersecurity Governance and Policy course delivered by Abertay University develops students' ability to determine the challenges of operating in cyberspace, to critically evaluate vulnerabilities, threats to cyberspace, and developing solutions and countermeasures, and to formulate policy-based solutions and processes, involving both technology and human factors to develop and continually improve cyber security.
This is achieved through detailed study of key concepts, and their practical application to real-world scenarios. Throughout the course, students will produce written work summarising their understanding, eventually producing a written policy brief as their final assignment (assessed).
Learning Outcomes
Students will be able to:
- recognise and summarise technical and non-technical aspects of cybersecurity;
- summarise different national, regional, and international legal frameworks' impacts on digital technology; evaluate the legality of cyber operations in war;
- differentiate between cyber weapons and cyber tools;
- summarise, evaluate, and recommend different approaches to cyber defence;
- assess possible countermeasures to mis- and disinformation alongside knowledge of social engineering;
- formulate holistic policy solutions to numerous cybersecurity challenges, recognising the role of people in technology.
Costs
The programme is free to learners and fully remote.
Learning
No pre-course learning is required, but some managerial understanding and the ability to think critically about situations is useful. During the Abertay-led course (7 weeks) you will study around 20 hours each week. Participation in online webinars is optional.
Who is it for?
The course is aimed at members of the Armed Forces community seeking knowledge and employment in IT and Cyber roles, particularly those with managerial or leadership responsibilities.
Assessments and Certification
Students will be awarded 15 academic credits on completion of the course. There is no exam as part of the Abertay course; standards will be measured through coursework and a final submission paper.
What happens once I’ve completed the training?
Once you have gained the knowledge, skills and professional certification the next step for many people will be to apply that learning in a practical and commercial environment. SaluteMyJob is working with a number of employer partners to search for paid work placement opportunities or, if you already have the relevant experience, employment into permanent roles.
Courses start on:
10 June 2024
30 September 2024
6 January 2025
We will discuss which course date is most suitable for you when we speak to you individually after application.
If you are interested in applying for one of our Cybersecurity Governance and Policy courses please apply below.
About SaluteMyJob (Pathways)
Both public and private sector employers are grappling with growing skills gaps in crucial cybersecurity positions. Embark on a journey to acquire cyber security qualifications and enduring expertise with our complimentary cyber security career "Pathways" programmes. These programmes, conducted in collaboration with IBM and Abertay University, empower you to develop specialised skills and attain valuable qualifications. Explore our exclusive employment pathways tailored specifically for the Armed Forces community, and unlock a world of specialist skills and certifications.