Cybersecurity Diploma
Build practical cybersecurity knowledge for today’s digital workplace. This diploma is designed to help learners understand cyber threats, protect sensitive information, and develop essential security awareness.
Whether you are starting your cybersecurity journey or strengthening your professional skills, Windsor University provides a flexible pathway to support your career development.
Cybersecurity Diploma Overview
A practical, career-focused diploma that builds foundational knowledge in cybersecurity, threat mitigation, incident response, ethical hacking, and security standards.
Program Structure
Modules
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Cybersecurity Foundations
- Introduction to cybersecurity principles and digital safety
- Core concepts such as the CIA Triad, Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability
- Definition and scope of cybersecurity, importance in the digital age, basic principles and objectives
Hacking Process
- Understanding hacking methodology for defensive and ethical testing
- Phases of hacking operation, ethical vs. malicious hacking, penetration testing
Internet Evolution
- Understanding the structure and evolution of the internet
- Basic network protocols and their role in cybersecurity
- History and development of the internet, key internet protocols, internet architecture and vulnerabilities
Play Safe
- Practical tools and habits for strong cybersecurity posture
- Passwords, MFA, phishing recognition, secure browsing
Threat Actors and Their Mitigation
- Identification of cyber threats, malware, viruses, phishing
- Analysis of threat actors, hackers, cybercriminals, nation-states
- Types of threats, profiles of threat actors, basic mitigation techniques
Cybersecurity Careers & Certificates
- Preparation for roles like Cybersecurity Analyst and Information Security Manager
- Career paths, key certifications, and preparing for certification exams
Risk Mitigation
- Strategies to assess and mitigate risks to digital assets
- Best practices for cyber hygiene and implementing security measures
- Stages of hacking, common hacking tools and techniques
Security Standards
- Examination of security standards and frameworks
- Introduction, implementation, and importance of adherence
Incident Response
- Training on how to respond to potential hacking threats
- Techniques for recognizing and preventing data breaches
- Cyber hygiene, cybersecurity tools, updates and patches
Cyberlaw
- Introduction to legal and regulatory aspects of cybersecurity
- Laws, responsibilities, and compliance requirements
Learning Outcomes & Admission Requirements
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Learning Outcomes
Explain core cybersecurity concepts and common threat vectors.
Apply basic risk mitigation and incident response procedures.
Demonstrate safe online practices and foundational ethical hacking awareness.
Identify relevant career paths and certification routes in cybersecurity.
Admission Requirements
Applicants may join without prior formal cybersecurity education.
Foundational understanding of business processes and basic IT concepts.
Recent resume and proof of English proficiency, or confirmed eligibility under the English Proficiency Exemption Policy.
Tuition and Fees
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| Fee Type | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $900 |
| Registration Fee | $20 |
| Books and Materials | $100 |
| Total | $1000 |
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Website:www.WindsorUniversity.us
Location: 1725 I St NW, Suite 300, Washington, D.C., USA
How to Apply
Complete the admission form to secure your place in the Cybersecurity Diploma program.
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