Course Description

As organisations become increasingly dependent on digital technologies and information systems, identifying and managing cyber risks has become a critical governance and operational priority. Public sector organisations must adopt a structured approach to assessing cyber risks to safeguard sensitive information, ensure business continuity, and maintain public trust. This programme provides participants with the knowledge and practical skills required to identify cyber threats, assess vulnerabilities, evaluate cyber risks, and implement appropriate mitigation strategies in line with recognised cybersecurity and risk management principles.

Course Objectives

The objectives of the course are to enable participants to:

  • • understand the principles and importance of cyber risk assessment.
  • • identify common cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and organisational assets.
  • • apply a structured cyber risk assessment methodology.
  • • analyse the likelihood and impact of cyber risks.
  • • develop appropriate risk treatment and mitigation strategies.
  • • understand the relationship between cyber risk management, information security, and business continuity.
  • • promote a proactive cybersecurity culture within their organisations.

 

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the programme, participants will be able to:

  • • explain the cyber risk assessment process and its role in organisational resilience.
  • • identify information assets and critical business systems requiring protection.
  • • assess cyber threats and vulnerabilities affecting organisational operations.
  • • evaluate cyber risks using qualitative and quantitative assessment techniques.
  • • recommend appropriate cyber risk treatment and mitigation measures.
  • • contribute to organisational cybersecurity governance and compliance.
  • • support continuous monitoring and improvement of cyber risk management practices.

Topics covered:
  • • Introduction to Cyber Risk Assessment
  • • Identifying Organisational Assets and Vulnerabilities
  • • Cyber Risk Assessment Process
  • • Cyber Risk Treatment and Mitigation
  • • Governance, Compliance and Business Continuity

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