Overview
Gain critical skills to understand and navigate the legal and managerial dimensions of cybersecurity in your organisation.
Designed for non-cyber professionals, this course provides practical strategies to protect against the significant reputational, financial and operational risks posed by cyber incidents.
Participants will learn how to communicate confidently on cybersecurity issues at all organisational levels, including with executives and board members, becoming influential advocates for a cyber-resilient culture.
Who should attend
This course is ideal for managers, team leaders and professionals across industries who want to understand and contribute to their organisation’s cybersecurity practices.
It is especially relevant for those outside of dedicated cybersecurity roles who need to be prepared to mitigate cyber risks and communicate effectively on cyber-related issues.
Entry requirements
There are no prerequisites needed for this course.
What you'll learn
- Cybersecurity fundamentals: Gain essential knowledge of cybersecurity basics, governance, and policies, along with an understanding of legal implications and privacy laws.
- Risk management: Learn strategies for managing cyber risks within enterprise risk frameworks, including crisis response and vendor oversight.
- Leadership in cybersecurity: Build confidence to lead cybersecurity discussions across your organisation, from team members to executive leaders.
- Practical application: Apply skills through a final, optional Tabletop Exercise that simulates a cybersecurity incident, reinforcing response strategies and decision-making.
Assessment
This course includes an optional, final Tabletop Exercise for hands-on application of key concepts in a simulated cyber scenario. Completing this activity will make you eligible to receive your digital Credly badge.
Online Tabletop session: 14 March 2025
Certification and accreditation
Showcase your capabilities with a Digital Badge that verifies your skills and achievements.
Facilitators
Cybersecurity is not just an IT issue — it’s a business imperative that requires informed leaders at every level.
Dr Ivano Bongiovanni, Senior Lecturer, School of Business
Cost
| Applicant | Price |
|---|---|
| Early bird discount (Closes 30/01/2025) | A$3,366 |
| Individual | A$3,740 |
| UQ Alumni | A$2,992 |
| UQ Staff | A$3,400 |
For group bookings, please contact us at execed@business.uq.edu.au to learn about our group discounts and corporate package options.
If you wish to attend this course virtually due to health or travel limitations, please contact our team so we can assist with arrangements.
GST is included in the cost
Discounts can't be used with other discounts, offers or special promotions.
Payment optionsWe accept credit cards (Visa/MasterCard) for payment, including corporate credit cards. If you do not have access to a card, please contact our team at execed@business.uq.edu.au to discuss your options.
Location
UQ Brisbane City