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This 3-course Specialization builds practical cybersecurity skills for professionals without a technical background who work with data, manage teams, or make operational decisions—including managers, office administrators, business owners, healthcare and legal staff, HR and finance professionals, and anyone responsible for protecting their organization's information and people. Learners progress from understanding how cyber threats work and why people fall for them, through the technical controls that protect networks, devices, and data, to the human and legal dimensions of incident response: security culture, breach notification obligations under US law, and coordinated response planning. The series uses a single narrative business that runs across all three courses, so every concept is grounded in a realistic scenario rather than abstract theory. By the end, learners can identify their organization's most significant vulnerabilities, apply the right defenses for their context, and lead a structured response when something goes wrong.

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Course 1: Introduction to Cyber Threats and Digital Hygiene Risk
Course 2: Cyber Defense Fundamentals: Securing Networks and Systems
Course 3: Human Factors and Incident Response in Cybersecurity

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This course is designed for professionals without a technical background who manage people, data, or business operations to enhance their understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals. Learners will learn how to securely configure wireless routers, identify risks associated with Internet of Things (IoT) devices and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD), and secure physical access to critical systems like point-of-sale devices. The course emphasizes the importance of patch management in preventing breaches and helps learners distinguish between fake update malware and legitimate system prompts. Additionally, the course covers essential practices such as applying the Principle of Least Privilege to employee accounts, implementing the 3-2-1 data backup strategy, and evaluating third-party vendors for security risks. By the end of the course, learners will be equipped with practical skills to secure their business infrastructure effectively and ensure safe payment processing workflows.
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This course is designed for professionals without a technical background who manage people, data, or business operations to enhance their understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals. Learners will learn to draft an Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) and distinguish between malicious insiders and accidental negligence. The course will cover the development of a basic employee security training schedule and identify opportunities for continuous improvement in security culture and policy. Additionally, learners will construct a Cyber Emergency Call Sheet and execute the first three steps of Incident Response: Preparation, Detection, and Containment. The course will also address the importance of "disconnecting" during an attack, legal obligations regarding Data Breach Notifications, and how to formulate a report for the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3). Through simulated exercises and real-world case studies, participants will apply learned concepts and analyze strengths and weaknesses in incident response strategies.
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This course is designed for professionals without a technical background who manage people, data, or business operations to understand the critical aspects of cybersecurity. Learners will learn to explain and apply the CIA Triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability) in a business context, enhancing their security measures. The course covers identifying indicators of Business Email Compromise (BEC) and phishing, differentiating between threats, vulnerabilities, and risks, and analyzing how ransomware infects systems, including the "Double Extortion" tactic. Additionally, learners will classify types of data based on sensitivity, explain the immediate business impact of a data breach, and implement strong password policies and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) on critical accounts. By the end of the course, learners will be equipped with the knowledge to improve their organization's digital hygiene and security posture.