Cybercrime is no longer a distant threat. Instead, it is a constant and costly reality for organisations of every size. Without trained and alert staff, even strong technical systems leave gaps. For this reason, cybersecurity training cannot be delayed. When employees understand risks and act carefully, companies see a measurable drop in successful attacks. This course gives employees the knowledge and practical skills needed to protect both their organisation and themselves in a rapidly changing digital world.

$247 Billion Industry
The global cybersecurity market is projected to exceed 247 billion US dollars in 2025. At the same time, demand for skilled professionals continues to rise faster than in any other area of technology.

Over 3.5 Million Open Roles
There are more than 3.5 million open cybersecurity positions worldwide. Moreover, job postings have grown by 12 percent year on year, even while other technology sectors have slowed.

Competitive Salaries
Entry level cybersecurity analysts in North America earn an average of 97,000 US dollars per year. As professionals gain experience, salaries increase significantly.

Master In-Demand Skills
Learn about the rise of AI-driven attacks, next-generation threat detection, and how human error is involved in more than 88% of successful breaches.

Remote and Hybrid Work
Modules address security best practices for employees working from home or travelling; a key area of vulnerability in today’s workforce

Prepare for Evolving Threats
Stay ahead by recognising new attack methods, understanding business and personal risk, and building a lifelong learning mindset for continuous cyber defence.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the history and current state of cyberattacks, including their frequency and cost to businesses.
• Name and explain the methods used in various types of cyberattacks.
• Identify the risk of human error in enabling cyberattacks.
• Appreciate robust company-wide defences and how company culture shapes cyber protection.
• Recognise how cyber criminals mine social media and practice safe behaviour online.
• Learn what must be in a social media security policy.
• Adopt good security practices, especially when remote or travelling.
• Recognise and analyse phishing attacks.
• Respond to breaches, knowing remediation steps.
• Create a personalised cybersecurity plan for continuous improvement.

Key themes in cybersecurity learning

This programme focuses on practical, employee-centred cybersecurity learning. Core themes include cybersecurity fundamentals, information security training for staff, phishing awareness, remote work security, and the growing impact of AI-driven threats. It also highlights how company-wide defence depends on individual behaviour, making employee cyber safety skills a central part of organisational resilience.

Course Outline

Session One: Course Overview

• Learning Objectives
• Pre-Assignment
• Pre-Course Assessment

Session Two: The State of Cybercrime

• History of Cybercrime
• Recalling Cybercrimes
• Historical Examples of Cybercrime
• Cost of Cybercrime
• Cybercrime Circumstances

Session Three: Types of Cyberattacks

• Types of Attacks

Session Four: Role of Human Error

• The Role of Human Error
• Opening Email

Session Five: What Can a Company Do?

• Company-wide Defenses
• Other Company-wide Defenses
• Focus on Social Media
• How it Can Work
• Create a Social Media Policy

Session Six: Best Practices for Remote or Travelling Employees

• Out of Office Protections

Session Seven: Scenarios

• Scenario: Malware
• Scenario: Potential Data Breach

Session Eight: Cyberattacks on Individuals

• Cyberattacks to Obtain Sensitive Information
• Malware (Malicious Software)
• Social Media
• Social Media Scams

Session Nine: Recognising Phishing Attacks

• The Giveaway Clues to Phishing Attacks
• Spot the Clue
• Email One
• Email Two
• Email Three
• Phishing Emails

Session Ten: What Can a Person Do?

• Supporting Company Efforts
• Social Media
• Focus on Spear Phishing
• How to Protect the Organisation
• Social Media Safety

Session Eleven: Creating a Personal Cybersecurity Plan

• Cybersecurity Starts with You!

Personal Action Plan

• Starting Point
• Where I Want to Go
• How I Will Get There

Course Summary
Recommended Reading List
Post-Course Assessment

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