Cyber Security: Essentials for Governance, Risk & Compliance

Macquarie University via Coursera Specialization

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This Specialization brings together three industry-relevant courses, Cyber Security: GRC Part 1 Governance, Cyber Security: GRC Part 2 Risk Management and Compliance, and Cyber Security: Incident Response Theory to Practice, to give you the knowledge and tools to lead with confidence in the face of evolving cyber threats. You’ll start by exploring how organisations design governance structures, develop policies, and align cyber security strategy with business objectives. You’ll then build advanced capabilities in assessing and managing cyber risks, applying global frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls, and ensuring compliance with increasingly complex regulatory obligations. Finally, you’ll translate strategy into action by learning how to prepare for, detect, contain, and recover from cyber incidents, strengthening your ability to minimise impact and drive resilience. Developed by Macquarie University’s Cyber Skills Academy, ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide and recognised as Australia’s leading cyber security school, this Specialization blends academic rigour with hands-on practice. By the end, you will be equipped to craft governance frameworks, oversee risk and compliance programs, and lead effective incident response, positioning yourself as a trusted professional who can safeguard organisational integrity and digital trust in an era of constant disruption.

Syllabus

Course 1: Cyber Security: GRC Part 1 - Governance
Course 2: Cyber Security: GRC Part 2 - Risk Management and Compliance
Course 3: Cyber Security: Incident Response - Theory to Practice

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14 hours 22 minutes
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GRAC Part 1: Governance | Lead the Plan. Govern the Risk. Build Resilience. In a digital-first world, cyber security is no longer the sole responsibility of IT—it’s a core business imperative. From compliance and risk governance to cyber resilience planning, organisations need leaders who can align security priorities with strategic goals, manage regulatory frameworks, and drive organisational change. From Frameworks to Roadmaps: Architect the Future of Cyber Security Developed by the Cyber Skills Academy at Macquarie University, ranked in the top 1% of universities globally and recognised as Australia’s leading cyber security school, this course equips you with the critical capabilities to design, implement, and lead enterprise-wide cyber security strategy. You’ll gain real-world knowledge in: • Understanding the global landscape of cyber security frameworks (e.g. NIST, ISO 27001, ISM, Five Safes). • Designing and launching policy frameworks that align with organisational risk appetite and compliance obligations. • Establishing governance structures, audit readiness, and cyber risk oversight mechanisms. • Developing business-aligned cyber strategies and actionable roadmaps that respond to evolving threats. • Executing threat modelling workshops, gap assessments, and value-driven implementation plans. • Embedding change management, reporting progress, and articulating return on investment (ROI). Where Strategy Meets Execution Whether you're a business leader, compliance officer, or security professional, this course empowers you to translate complex cyber requirements into clear, actionable initiatives that protect your organisation and enable growth. Get ready to lead the conversation, shape enterprise policy, and future-proof your organisation’s cyber resilience.
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12 hours 36 minutes
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Cyber Security: GRC Part 2: Risk Management and Compliance | Govern, Guide, and Respond with Confidence In a world where digital threats are a boardroom issue, leadership in cybersecurity requires more than technical literacy—it demands strategic foresight, decisive governance, and resilient execution. This course is your executive playbook for navigating the complexities of modern cyber security management. Lead the Cyber Defence from the Front Developed by the Cyber Skills Academy at Macquarie University—ranked in the top 1% of universities globally and recognised as Australia’s leading cyber security school—this course has been co-designed with industry to empower senior professionals, managers, and rising cyber leaders with the frameworks, insights, and tools to lead with confidence in a dynamic threat environment. You’ll explore how to: • Craft and align a cybersecurity strategy to business goals, integrating frameworks like NIST, CIS, and ISO27001. • Establish effective cyber governance models including risk management structures and the Three Lines of Defence. • Assess and quantify organisational cyber risks using both qualitative and quantitative methodologies. • Make high-stakes decisions under pressure during real-time cyber incidents, leveraging playbooks, threat models, and resilience protocols. • Build a culture of trust, accountability, and proactive risk reduction across the enterprise. From Boardroom to Breach Response Whether you're guiding security policy, reporting to the board, or leading operational teams, this course provides the essential skills to bridge the gap between executive leadership and cyber security excellence. Build your capability as a trusted cyber leader. Lead with clarity. Respond with control. Govern with purpose.
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8 hours 35 minutes
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Cyber Response and Recovery | Detect Fast. Recover Smarter. When a cyber incident strikes, every second counts. The ability to respond swiftly, contain damage, and recover with confidence is what separates resilient organisations from the rest. This course empowers you with the strategy, structure, and skills to lead through chaos—and emerge stronger. From Crisis to Continuity Developed by Macquarie University’s Cyber Skills Academy—ranked in the top 1% of universities globally and recognised as Australia’s leading cyber security school—this course takes a real-world, scenario-driven approach to building your cyber incident response and recovery capability. You’ll learn how to prepare your business before an incident occurs, coordinate rapid and effective responses when one hits, and conduct deep post-incident reviews to improve your future resilience. With a strong focus on practical application, you’ll master: • Building an incident-ready organisation with policies, communication protocols, and trained response teams • Detecting cyber events and conducting triage analysis with confidence • Containing threats and initiating rapid eradication and recovery operations • Communicating during a crisis—internally and externally—when clarity matters most • Documenting and learning from incidents to strengthen long-term cyber posture Build Your Organisation’s Recovery Muscle Whether you’re a cyber leader, business executive, or operational team member, this course gives you the tools and confidence to manage the lifecycle of a cyber incident—before, during, and after the event. You’ll walk away with a tested blueprint for action that keeps your people safe, your systems secure, and your business running. Learn from global leaders. Act under pressure. Lead recovery with strength.