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An Introduction to Your Nanodegree Program
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Cybersecurity for Business Leaders
Nanodegree Program
Udacity’s Cybersecurity for Business Leaders program will equip future C-suites and senior managers with practical knowledge, skills, and tools to prepare for most likely cyber threats to their digital ecosystem. They will understand the role of cybersecurity for the business and set the stage for their organization-specific response plans. Finally, leaders will prepare to make resource decisions to increase their organizational preparedness for the future.
Udacity’s Cybersecurity for Business Leaders program will equip future C-suites and senior managers with practical knowledge, skills, and tools to prepare for most likely cyber threats to their digital ecosystem. They will understand the role of cybersecurity for the business and set the stage for their organization-specific response plans. Finally, leaders will prepare to make resource decisions to increase their organizational preparedness for the future.
Beginner
1 week
Real-world Projects
Completion Certificate
Last Updated October 23, 2023
Skills you'll learn:
Social engineering • Cybersecurity regulations and standards • Cybersecurity training strategies • Cybersecurity incident response playbooks
Prerequisites:
No experience required
Courses In This Program
Course 1 • 45 minutes
Welcome to the Cybersecurity for Business Leaders Nanodegree Program
Lesson 1
An Introduction to Your Nanodegree Program
Welcome! We're so glad you're here. Join us in learning a bit more about what to expect and ways to succeed.
Lesson 2
Getting Help
You are starting a challenging but rewarding journey! Take 5 minutes to read how to get help with projects and content.
Course 2 • 1 week
Cybersecurity for Business Leaders
This course will give business leaders the foundation they need to initiate discussions around cybersecurity. We will explore the current landscape of threats and look at ways to defend against attacks by investing in technology and culture, but also by being proactive in your risk management planning.
Lesson 1
Cyber Challenges We Face Today
Learn about what threats are, types of threats, where they originate, and how they attack. You will also look at your biggest vulnerability: your people.
Lesson 2
Effective Detection and Response
Learn how a combination of people, policy, and technology is used to detect and respond to threats and attacks.
Lesson 3
Cybersecurity Culture
The culture of any organization is shaped by leadership; Learn how to practice and promote an organizational culture that embraces cybersecurity.
Lesson 4
Making Investments
An organization’s cybersecurity posture is only as effective as the investments made into cybersecurity. Learn how to think about talent, risk, and budget.
Lesson 5
(Elective) Threat Analysis by Industry
In this lesson, we look at the cybersecurity landscape of the technology industry, healthcare industry, and finance industry.
Lesson 6 • Project
Your Cybersecurity Plan
Your final project asks you to start to think about the major components of Cybersecurity at your organization.
Course 3 • 10 minutes
Congratulations!
Congratulations on finishing your program!
Lesson 1
Congratulations!
Congratulations on your graduation from this program! Please join us in celebrating your accomplishments.
(Optional) Course 4 • 30 minutes
Career Services
Lesson 1 • Project
Take 30 Min to Improve your LinkedIn
Find your next job or connect with industry peers on LinkedIn. Ensure your profile attracts relevant leads that will grow your professional network.
Taught By The Best
Dr. Eric Hollis
CEO/President, HollisGroup LLC
An experienced executive and leader in information technology, cybersecurity, risk management, intelligence operations, data privacy, blockchain, and cybersecurity leadership. Dr. Hollis helps organizations improve their IT and cyber strategic planning, training, and governance.
Ratings & Reviews
Average Rating: 4.4 Stars
7 Reviews
Adam T.
April 11, 2023
Good project, which gets you thinking about putting the course context into practice. Downside is it is rather short.
Aishah Ali M.
March 2, 2023
the programs are great well
Adam K.
December 20, 2022
Good program I fish there was a longer version for the same topics.
Harsimar S.
September 20, 2022
The program was really comprehensive and gave various insights about cybersecurity which an organization should go through while implementing and in response to the security posture.
Moamen M.
July 21, 2022
great course
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