Institute for Management Development (IMD)
Cybersecurity Risk and Strategy
Acquire the frameworks and terminology required to make informed strategic decisions that enhance the overall cyber resilience of your organization from top to bottom.
Start date
02 April 2025
Course duration
5 weeks
Excluding orientation
Language
English
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Effort
6–8 hours per week
Self-paced learning online
Program overview
Duration: 5 weeks (excluding orientation)
The expanding digital environment is leading to increasingly sophisticated methods behind cyberattacks, and cyber threats are becoming more diverse. Consumers are more aware of the need to protect their shared data, and companies recognize the importance of trust as a tool to strengthen their competitive advantage. Many leading organizations distinguish themselves by prioritizing cybersecurity in their operations and strategies.1
The Institute for Management Development (IMD) Cybersecurity Risk and Strategy online program takes a practical, non-technical approach to help professionals navigate the evolving cybersecurity landscape. The five-week program provides tools to leverage current data protection regulations and enhance security systems. Industry experts guide participants in exploring the future of cybersecurity in the context of AI and IoT. Participants evaluate their organizations' cybersecurity preparedness and develop action plans to address potential cyber threats.
1 IBM (2021).
Is this program for you?
This program is designed to provide senior-level planning and decision-making skills by expanding basic cybersecurity concepts and practices. It is suitable for individuals interested in understanding the relationship between cybersecurity management and business value, regardless of their technical expertise. Executives responsible for enhancing security awareness and non-technical executives who value prioritizing security will gain insights into the practical aspects of cybersecurity implementation strategies. Additionally, managers will learn how to encourage their organizations to adopt better cybersecurity strategies.
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By taking this program, you have the opportunity to accelerate your career with the IMD Online Executive Certificate. Customize your learning journey with 90–100 units of programs that are relevant to your needs and pass an exam to earn the certificate. See the programs here, and discover how participants are customizing their certificate.
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IMD is a triple-accredited academic institution, with the Financial Times ranking it first for its open programs, nine years in a row. IMD attributes its success to its unique “Real Learning. Real Impact” approach. Based in Switzerland and Singapore, IMD is led by expert and diverse faculty who use their insights, tools, and perspectives to prepare participants for the future of business. As an independent academic institution with a global reach, IMD strives to educate ambitious individuals and organizations worldwide.
Program overview
Introduction
Duration: 5 weeks (excluding orientation)
The expanding digital environment is leading to increasingly sophisticated methods behind cyberattacks, and cyber threats are becoming more diverse. Consumers are more aware of the need to protect their shared data, and companies recognize the importance of trust as a tool to strengthen their competitive advantage. Many leading organizations distinguish themselves by prioritizing cybersecurity in their operations and strategies.1
The Institute for Management Development (IMD) Cybersecurity Risk and Strategy online program takes a practical, non-technical approach to help professionals navigate the evolving cybersecurity landscape. The five-week program provides tools to leverage current data protection regulations and enhance security systems. Industry experts guide participants in exploring the future of cybersecurity in the context of AI and IoT. Participants evaluate their organizations' cybersecurity preparedness and develop action plans to address potential cyber threats.
1 IBM (2021).
Is this program for you?
This program is designed to provide senior-level planning and decision-making skills by expanding basic cybersecurity concepts and practices. It is suitable for individuals interested in understanding the relationship between cybersecurity management and business value, regardless of their technical expertise. Executives responsible for enhancing security awareness and non-technical executives who value prioritizing security will gain insights into the practical aspects of cybersecurity implementation strategies. Additionally, managers will learn how to encourage their organizations to adopt better cybersecurity strategies.
By taking this program, you have the opportunity to accelerate your career with the IMD Online Executive Certificate. Customize your learning journey with 90–100 units of programs that are relevant to your needs and pass an exam to earn the certificate. See the programs here, and discover how participants are customizing their certificate.
IMD is a triple-accredited academic institution, with the Financial Times ranking it first for its open programs, nine years in a row. IMD attributes its success to its unique “Real Learning. Real Impact” approach. Based in Switzerland and Singapore, IMD is led by expert and diverse faculty who use their insights, tools, and perspectives to prepare participants for the future of business. As an independent academic institution with a global reach, IMD strives to educate ambitious individuals and organizations worldwide.
What will set you apart
Insight into the new cybersecurity landscape, and threats that pose the most risk to your industry or organization.
A cybersecurity strategy designed for your organization’s assets and risks that boost business value.
An understanding of existing data protection regulations, and the ability to assess your organization’s cybersecurity governance strategy and preparedness for potential breaches.
A practical approach to effective cybersecurity incident response planning and best practices for managing an incident.
The knowledge to assess how well prepared your organization is for the short-term future by understanding the evolving trends in cybersecurity.Program curriculum
Orientation module
Welcome to your Online Campus
Module 1
The new cyberthreat landscape
Module 2
Cybersecurity strategy and risk management
Module 3
Governing cybersecurity in the organization
Module 4
Cybersecurity incident response handling
Module 5
The short-term outlook for cybersecurity
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Program Director
Öykü Işık
Professor of Digital Strategy and Cybersecurity, IMD
About the certificate
Acquire knowledge about cybersecurity management and earn an official certificate of completion from the Institute for Management Development (IMD).
Assessment is continuous and based on a series of practical assignments completed online. In order to be issued with your digital certificate, you’ll need to meet the requirements outlined in the program handbook. The handbook will be made available to you as soon as you begin the program.
Successful completion of this online program counts towards your IMD alumni status. Find out more.
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The Online Campus will be your virtual classroom for the duration of your course. Through its easy-to-use interface you'll have access to a diverse variety of course content formats including: interactive videos, module notes, practice quizzes, presentations, assignment briefs, and additional web resources.
On the Online Campus, you'll also be able to ask questions and interact with your fellow students and teaching team through the discussion forums. If you are looking for your Online Campus login, please visit your Account page here.
