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Learners should have a minimum of NFQ Level-6 qualification or equivalent for entry to this programme. Please to scroll to the bottom of this page to find a link to our Certificate in Cyber-Security for Managers course page which includes more information about this programme. This course is suited to those who are currently unemployed, formerly self-employed, and returners to work who wish to return to sustainable employment as well as those in employment who wish to enhance their skills levels by reskilling or upskilling. Management and leadership is addressed within the Cyber & Digital Security module, with the learning outcome "Manage the people, processes and policies for cyber-security in an organisational setting, providing leadership where needed". In this they acquire digital skills and also transversal skills of teamwork and communication. Develop a personal development plan demonstrating self-awareness of own transversal skills and competencies aligned through research to current employment opportunities.įor example, in the Cloud Computing for Business module learners act collectively to provide consultancy services to real-life organisations on how their enterprise can avail of the highly sophisticated cyber-security tools offered by cloud computing vendors. Display leadership abilities in working with others.Ħ. Develop integrated cyber-security plans that can be implemented in various business contextsĥ. Evaluate the key issues and challenges in the management of cyber-security and communicate these to a select audience.Ĥ. Recognise and adapt to ever-changing threats and solutions emerging in cyber-security.ģ. Display specialised cyber-security skills, knowledge and techniques to inform the decision-making of business managers in the field of cyber-security.Ģ. There are many programmes that address the mechanics of cyber-security but avoid this much-needed management perspective.ġ. This includes the cybersecurity strategy and planning for the organisation. Emphasis is on the management of these more so than the mechanics of cybersecurity. The aim of this programme is to develop the cybersecurity skills required by managers and others who will be able to take a wide-angle lens on security threats and solutions.