PG Certificate Programme in Cyber Security Management and Data Science

Programme by IIM Nagpur

Batch
03
Course Duration
12 Months
Commencement Date
15th December, 2024
Application Closure Date
Closing Soon
Session Timing
2 sessions on Sundays
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Programme Overview

As the digital transformation accelerates, organizations are increasingly migrating their data, processes, and infrastructure to the cloud, exposing critical assets to external threats. Security leaders must navigate the complexities of cloud-based models, privacy, and risk management. The rising demand for hybrid techno-management professionals capable of strategic leadership has led to the creation of this programme. Aimed at mid-management professionals, senior managers, CTOs, and CXO-level executives, it provides essential cybersecurity knowledge, enabling systematic risk assessment and management with a focus on efficiency. Beyond technical expertise, the programme emphasizes communication, leadership, strategy, team management, and governance, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity in today’s rapidly evolving landscape.

Programme Highlights

PG Certificate and Alumni Status

Certificate of Completion from IIM Nagpur

Alumni Status - IIM Nagpur

Executive Alumni Status - IIM Nagpur

2.5 Days On-Campus Immersion

3 Days Campus Immersion

Live classes by highly experienced faculty from IIM Nagpur

Holistic Curriculum— a blend of case studies, projects

Holistic Curriculum— a blend of case studies, projects, etc.

consulting

Peer networking opportunities

Hand-on workshops through experiential learning

Hand-on workshops through experiential learning

Eligibility & Selection​

  • To be eligible, candidates must have completed a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
  • Minimum 3 years of work experience.

Syllabus Breakdown

Cyber Security Management Foundation
  • CISOs Roles and Responsibilities
  • Development of Policies and Procedures
  • Employee Awareness and Training Management
  • Digital Forensics Readiness
  • Contemporary Cyber Security Practices
  • Security Governance
  • Desired Outcomes from Leadership of an Organization

Cyber Security Technical Foundation
  • Essentials of Python (Information Security)
  • Network Security
  • Cloud Security
  • Endpoint Security
  • Threat Management
  • Relevant ISO Standards
  • Threat Intelligence & Analysis
  • Incident Response and Recovery
  • Security Architecture and Design
  • Intrusion Analysis and Detection Using Log Analysis

Policies & Governance
  • Leadership and Stakeholder Management
  • Managerial and Human Aspects of Cyber Security
  • Board Level Reporting
  • Cyber Security Policy Goals and Objectives
  • Cyber Security Policy and Auditing within an Organization
  • Cyber Security Policy and Auditing for Business Partners

Fundamentals of Data Science
  • Descriptive Analytics
  • Data Visualizations
  • Statistical Inference

Tools and Techniques
  • Hands-on Experience with Cyber Security Tools
  • Firewalls
  • Scanners
  • Antivirus
  • Network Monitoring and Scanning Tools
  • IoT Security
  • Application Security
  • Cloud Security
Cyber Security Programme Management
  • Security Operation Centre
  • Security Information and Event Management
  • Patching
  • Vendor and Partnership Relationships
  • Communication for Cyber Security Compliance
  • NIST Framework
  • Successful Programme Management Case Studies

Cloud Security Management
  • Cloud Security Definition and Deployment
  • Risks in Cloud Security
  • Content Security Policy
  • Hardware Security Modules
  • Key Management as a Service
  • Access/Data Residency Restrictions

Risk Management and Incident Response
  • Cyber Security Risk Management
  • Business Risk Linkage
  • Business Asset Identification and Classification
  • Internal Audits for Threat Identification
  • Physical Asset Management

Blockchain Essentials for Cybersecurity Professionals
  • Blockchain: Basics
  • Unique Capabilities of Blockchain and Business Value
  • Blockchain Types
  • Technical Aspects of Blockchain
  • Blockchain Applications
  • Addressing Blockchain Adoption Challenges

Crisis Management, Business Continuity Planning and Management
  • Building Effective Crisis Management Teams
  • Group Dynamics and Conflict Resolution
  • Business Continuity Planning
  • Incident Response and Mitigation Strategies

Data Privacy, Implications and How to Manage
  • Data Privacy Laws and Regulations
  • Data Sharing Principles
  • Regulatory Aspects of Data Management
Strategy Management with Human Relations While Managing Cyber Security
  • Introduction to Strategy
  • Strategic Thinking and Strategic Decisions
  • Alignment Between Organization Strategy on Cyber Security
  • Strategy and Competitive Advantage
  • Strategic Leadership and Cybersecurity
  • Case Study on Board Decisions and Drill Down in the Organization
  • Team Processes: Group Dynamics and Conflicts in Teams
  • Building and Leading High-Performance Teams

Applied AI and Gen AI for Cybersecurity Professionals
  • Overview of AI and Gen AI
  • What Managers Should Learn About AI
  • AI Case
  • A Tool for Decision Making with AI
  • Addressing AI Adoption Challenges

Policies & Governance Cyber Security
  • Leadership and Stakeholder Management: Managerial and Human Aspects of Cyber Security
  • Planning
  • Organizing
  • Security Direction
  • Case Study on RACI
  • Board Level Reporting: Cybersecurity Policy Goals and Objectives
  • Auditing: Managing Employees and Business Partners via Cybersecurity Policy

Effective Communication with Dashboard Approach
  • Data Visualization and Storytelling for Effective Communication
  • Dashboard for Cyber Security Decision-Making
  • Generating Reports for Cyber Security Management
  • Effectively Communicating Cyber Security Issues from Top to Bottom
  • Explaining Potential Risks and Consequences for Not Implementing the Controls
Real-time Case Studies
online-learning
Direct to Device (D2D)
Chamber Consulting Sessions
Simulation Exercises
Projects
Note:
  • All modules include case studies or exercise-based sessions to provide practical and experiential learning.
  • This is an indicative list of course topics and is subject to change as per IIM Nagpur’s discretion.
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About IIM Nagpur

Established in 2015, the Indian Institute of Management Nagpur (IIMN) aspires to be a leading management institution that shapes management systems, policy and governance through high-quality education, research and industry engagement. Propelled by the pursuit of engaged scholarship, the Institute aims to create value-driven leaders and global managers with strong conceptual foundations and analytical approaches, which helps them excel in diverse spheres – be it management, business, policymaking, and public administration, to name a few.

IIM Nagpur aims to address the needs of a modern India; connecting aspirations and realities to attain benchmarks that are respected internationally. Our motto, सत्यं च स्वाध्यायप्रवचने च, that is, an inspiring journey towards truth through individual reflection and collective discourse, propels our quest to bridge the gap between abstract knowledge and practice.

IIM Nagpur seeks to distinguish itself as an institution that promotes constant industry engagement of a ‘problem-solving’ nature. Executive Education, therefore, is an important thrust area for the Institute. With an array of programmes designed by a faculty body with a stellar record of research, teaching and industry engagement, the Executive Education programme at IIM Nagpur equips managers and executives with the capabilities to perform effectively in their current roles and take up greater challenges through various stages of their careers.

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Programme Certification

  • For participants who meet the prerequisite and successfully complete the programme will be awarded “PG Certificate Programme in Cyber Security Management and Data Science” by IIM Nagpur.
  • Participants will also be accorded IIM Nagpur’s Executive alumni status.
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Programme Structure

Programme Fee
Fee Structure
Application Fee
INR 2,000/-
Total Programme Fee
INR 2,25,000/- + GST
Instalment Structure
Instalment Pattern
Instalment 1
INR 80,000/- + GST

3 days from date of the offer

Instalment 2
INR 75,000 /- + GST

10th March, 2025

Instalment 3
INR 70,000/- + GST

10th June, 2025

Note:
    • The total fee is inclusive of the campus module and exclusive of the application fee.
    • All the amounts mentioned above are exclusive of GST.

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of the IIM Nagpur- CSMDS programme?
  • This programme is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of cyber security management, covering aspects such as risk assessment, threat mitigation, leadership, strategy, and compliance.
Who should attend the IIM Nagpur- CSMDS intake?
  • This programme is suitable for mid-management professionals looking to strengthen their management credentials and aspiring senior managers seeking a foundation in cyber security management.
How does the programme address practical cyber security skills?
  • The IIM Nagpur- CSMDS programme offers hands-on workshops with a focus on practical, experiential learning, equipping participants with the tools and techniques needed to address real-world cyber security challenges.
Will this Cyber Security Management and Data Science programme cover emerging technologies?
  • Yes, the programme addresses how to adapt to evolving needs and leverage advanced technologies, including AI Cyber Security, risk management, network security, SASE, End-point security, XDR, cloud security, IoT, 5G, Application Security, CASB, Security operations, SOAR, Zero Trust, PAM, IAM, among others.
  • Further, the programme aims to nurture participants as catalysts for change, applying the formula of collaboration. They will become strategic thinkers in driving transformative outcomes when responding to cyber incidents.

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