Cyber Security for Business Operations

This course provides a foundational exploration of cybersecurity's vital role, particularly within the context of business operations, focusing on digitalization and data protection.

Level	Master
Location	Session-based
Points	7.5
Price	kr 22 950
Admission requirements
Form type	Full-time/Part-time
Subject code	3243
Subject description	No description

The comprehensive curriculum addresses a wide range of topics, from risk assessment to cryptography and cloud security, offering insights into safeguarding digital assets. Additionally, the course investigates digital forensics, incident response, and the intricate relationship between privacy regulations like GDPR and business operations.

Expanding the perspective, the course covers the cultivation of a security culture, software development practices, and the nuances of outsourcing within the contexts of the Internet of Things and Operational Technologies. Combining technical and strategic considerations, this course equips students with a holistic understanding of cybersecurity's impact on modern business operations, enabling confident navigation of the digitized world.

Learning Outcomes

This course provides students with a clear understanding of cybersecurity's vital role in our digitally connected world, where technology and businesses are intertwined. It offers a comprehensive grasp of the fundamental principles of cybersecurity and how they apply in the context of digitalization.

The curriculum covers a wide spectrum of business requirements, delving into various cybersecurity concepts, from preventive measures to incident response, while also highlighting real-world examples.

In addition to technical aspects, the course places strong emphasis on holistic comprehension. It explores topics like risk assessment, access control, cryptography, and incident management. Special attention is given to privacy regulations like GDPR and their implications for businesses, shedding light on the complex landscape of compliance. Furthermore, the curriculum delves into the dynamics of fostering a security-conscious culture, best practices in software development, and the intricacies of outsourcing within the domains of the Internet of Things and Operational Technologies.

This course strongly emphasizes hands-on practical skill development, covering activities like data assessment, implementing cybersecurity tools, and recognizing the importance of privacy protection. Through reflection, students gain awareness of the consequences of inadequate cybersecurity measures and learn strategies for robust cyber protection.

This comprehensive course provides advanced knowledge, practical expertise, and ethical insights, empowering students to tackle evolving cybersecurity challenges in our interconnected world.

Subject details

To be qualified for enrolment in the experience-based Master in Cyber Security program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

The candidate must have a Bachelor relevant degree in the fields of Software Engineering, Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Human Computer Interaction, or related disciplines with an average grade of minimum examination grade of C, which is equal to minimum 2.7 ECTS.

At least 2 years of relevant professional practical experience related to any of the fields of Cyber Security is required.

The candidates must demonstrate programming knowledge (at least 7.5 ECTS of relevant courses with a minimum grade C) or relevant experience in, e.g., Python, Java, C/C++.

The candidates must demonstrate fundamental knowledge about cyber security principles (at least 7.5 ECTS of relevant courses) or relevant experience, including understanding of Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability as well as relevant frameworks such as NIST cyber security framework.

Documentation Deadline

You are required to submit documentation confirming your eligibility for admission within a 30-day period following your purchase. Please note that access to the learning platform and participation in the teaching require an admission decision.
Exam duration: 4 weeks

Exam withdrawal deadline: 14 days prior to exam submission

Exam format: Individual written home examination
The syllabus and course curriculum will be published prior to the start of the course. You must purchase the course textbooks yourself, and you are free to buy the books from wherever you choose.
Absolute prerequisites (beyond the admission requirements): EMC + Programming, Data Analysis, Operating Systems

Recommended prerequisites (beyond the admission requirements): Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics
Course dates will be announced in due time prior to the beginning of the semester. Attendance at the gatherings is not mandatory.
The educational approach is based on project- and problem-based learning, utilizing real-life cases linked to theory. These cases can often come from your own workplace, which means that the program will provide an opportunity to explore practices within your own organization. Such an approach also applies to the selection of topics for a potential future master's thesis.

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Experience-based Master in Cyber Security