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This program is only available for contract (i.e. for employers who wish to commission and fund an exclusive cohort of the program for its employees). If you'd like to learn more about this program, ... please contact us by submitting the form on the left of this page.
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Cybersecurity Leadership Series

Cyberattacks are among the highest-rising and most expensive threats to small to medium-sized businesses. According to cloud security company Barracuda Networks, small businesses are three times more likely to be hit with cyberattacks than larger companies.

Designed for managers and executives, this 6-week online program will equip businesses with an essential cybersecurity strategy plan to protect their company's data and reputation. The program's curriculum is based on emerging cybersecurity needs for businesses via weekly seminars led by cybersecurity expert panelists. Topics covered include governance, risk management, program management, and incident management. Classes meet on Saturday mornings from 9:30 a.m. to noon PST, online via Zoom.

Alongside other executives, you'll learn how to:

  • Recognize cyber-related risks associated with businesses
  • Ensure a risk management plan and incident management plan for your specific business
  • Identify and discuss critical activities within the program management domain of cybersecurity
  • Create an action plan for your company to incorporate cyber security into the organizational strategy and overall business continuity plan.

Must successfully complete their business cybersecurity organizational action plan strategy in order to receive credit for completing this executive program.

Admission is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Why take this program?

This Cybersecurity Executive program is an invaluable resource for any business leader who wants to ensure the safety of their company's data. Mid- & upper-level executives and business owners will have the opportunity to ensure their company's protection against cyberattacks before they happen. When you finish, you'll have an actionable implementation plan to make cybersecurity a part of your organizational strategy and business continuity plan.

How Will You Respond?

Be proactive in building your cybersecurity plan. Along with professionally attractive skills, you'll also develop strategies to secure your business, including how to:

  • Identify cybersecurity threats, including malware, phishing, viruses, and more
  • Establish a cybersecurity program including, and not limited to, risk evaluations, security monitoring, application assessment
  • Outline an incident management plan to prepare for incidents, team creation and development, and follow-up actions
  • Apply frameworks such as data governance, information technology governance, information governance, and corporate governance

Group-powered learning

When you enroll, we'll place you in a small, interactive group of peers from diverse organizations and industries. And from the first day of class to the last, you'll learn and grow together.

Get close, personal support

Throughout the program, you'll receive the one-on-one support of a team dedicated to your personal and professional success. Our team of experts will help you stay on track and finish on time.