Certificate in Cyber Security Fundamentals and Certificate in Advanced Cyber Security (Bundle)
Description
Gain the fundamental technical knowledge and analytical skills required to become a more effective cyber security specialist and project leader.
Fundamentals and Advanced Bundle (6 courses):
- Format: Part-Time, blended
- Delivery: Online coursework + required live-online sessions
- Live Session Schedule: 1 weekend (Sat & Sun) per course
- Program Length: 10 months
- Cyber Security Fundamentals (5 months)
- Advanced Cyber Security (5 months)
- Term Starts: Fall, Winter, Summer
What you will learn
In our part-time Certificate in Cyber Security Fundamentals, industry experts will share the essential knowledge and skills needed to pursue career opportunities in cyber security. This program will help you:
- Explore the fundamental knowledge required to help you become an effective IT manager and to lead project teams.
- Plan to earn your CISSP designation and continue on to the Certificate in Advanced Cyber Security
- You can then advance your understanding of information security with the Certificate in Advanced Cyber Security where you will:
- Build upon your foundational knowledge as you develop managerial competencies
- Gain a more thorough understanding of the eight knowledge areas required for the CISSP designation
Program Benefits
- Bundle the fundamental and advanced certificates and complete both in 10 months at a discount on program fees
- Courses align with the eight (8) domains of the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) body of knowledge — complete both programs to better prepare you for the CISSP examination and pursue your designation
- Develop your skills through experiential assignments and projects
- Learn from instructors who are leaders in the cyber security field
- Advance through the program with the same cohort of peers and build your professional network
Courses (Fundamentals & Advanced)
To cover the courses for both the Fundamentals and Advanced Certificates, please register for the bundle option of the program.
All 6 courses in the program must be successfully be completed to earn the Certificate.
Certificate in Cyber Security Fundamentals
- CSCY1000 Introduction to Cyber Security
- CSCY1010 Security Risk Management and Governance
- CSCY1020 Data, Asset and Identity Protection
Certificate in Advanced Cyber Security
- CSCY1030 Engineering for Information Security
- CSCY1040 Cyber Security Operations Management
- CSCY1050 Security Assessment and Testing
Note: Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.
Overview

- Institution: York University
- Program type: Certificate
- Language: English
- Program Code: PR0004
- Delivery Method: Fully Online/Distance
Disclaimer:
Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.
Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.