Introduction to Cyber Security
This training can be taken as a self-paced e-learning course.
With billions of devices now online, new threats pop-up every second
Today’s interconnected world makes everyone more susceptible to cyber-attacks. Whether you’re attracted to the relativity new world of cyber security as a professional, or just interested in protecting yourself online and in social media, this introductory course is the answer. It explores cyber trends, threats—along with the broader topic of cyber security in a way that will matter to YOU. The training consists
5 modules Interactive and instructional content 8 Activities and 7 lab exercises that reinforce learning 4 quizzes and 1 final exam and Links to related resources
Program
Prerequisites
No prerequisites required
Qualifications
Cisco Certificate of course completion
Required number of optional units
0
Units
•Learn the need for and importance of
cybersecurity.
•Understand the characteristics and value of personal data, and data
within an organization.
•Recognize the characteristics and
operation of a cyber attack.
•Interpret the trends in the cyber threat landscape.
•Understand how to protect devices from
threats.
•Master how to safeguard your privacy.
•Learn techniques to protect organizations
from cyber attacks.
•Recognize the behavior-based approach to
cybersecurity.
•Explain Cisco’s approach to cybersecurity.
•Understand legal and ethical issues in
cybersecurity
•Explore the opportunities for pursuing an
education and a career in cybersecurity.
Plans
Blended E-learning / face-to-face classroom tutor support.
In addition to the e-learning facility open to the students, IMIT tutors give classroom training support to the trainees on an agreed time table.
Duration
8 Weeks
Fees
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
| IMIT Registration fee | XAF 25,000 |
| Fees covering the e-learning facility and face-to-face classroom tutor support. | XAF 150,000 |
Current Sessions
| Title | Start date | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Admissions are open all the time. The e-learning resources are available to the trainee upon payment of the training fee. Face-to-face classroom tutor support starts in the month following the month in which the trainee first had access to the e-learning resources. | Opened | Apply |
Self study by E-learning
Students study at their convenience remotely without instructor classroom face-to face support. They do practical exercises, take assessments also and end-of-chapter assessments online as well.
Duration
At least 10 hours
Fees
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
| Fee for course delivery by Self-paced e-learning | XAF 50,000 |
Current Sessions
| Title | Start date | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Training by e-learning is available all the time. | Opened | Apply |
Blended E-learning and Classroom studies
Trainees have access to online course materials, and also have face-to-face classroom training sessions to boost their e-learning
Duration
Fees
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
| IMIT Registration fee | XAF 25,000 |
| Fee for blended e-learning couse delivery and classroom training | XAF 125,000 |
Current Sessions
| Title | Start date | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open all the time | Opened | Apply |