CYBERSECURITY

Executive Diploma Program in Cybersecurity

This diploma program equips learners with cybersecurity theories, principles, frameworks, and practices through classroom and laboratory exercises, preparing them for careers in the industry.

Module Description

This module provides a solid foundation in cybersecurity, covering key principles, security mechanisms, and access control methods. Learners will explore the evolution of cybersecurity, its importance in modern businesses, and strategies to protect digital assets from threats.

Module Objectives

You will learn the fundamentals of cybersecurity, including its history, key security principles, and defense strategies. You’ll explore access controls, authentication methods, and the role of cybersecurity in business.

Module Outline

  • Cybersecurity Fundamentals
  • Core Security Principles
  • Security Mechanisms and Services
  • Business-Centric Security
  • Access Control and Authentication

Schedules:

2025 1st Run: Jan. 18
2025 2nd Run: Jul. 5
2025 3rd Run: Dec. 13

Module Fee: ₱10,895

Module Description

This module explores offensive security techniques, focusing on web application penetration testing (VAPT). Learners will gain hands-on experience in identifying vulnerabilities, using penetration testing tools, and understanding industry certifications to strengthen cybersecurity defenses.

Module Objectives

You will learn the fundamentals of web application penetration testing (VAPT), including information gathering, identifying vulnerabilities, and using penetration testing tools. You’ll also explore ethical hacking techniques and industry certifications.

Module Outline

  • Day 1: Introduction to Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT)
  • Day 2: Exploring Website Vulnerabilities and Penetration Tools

Schedules:

2025 1st Run: Feb. 1 & 15
2025 2nd Run: Jul. 19 & 26

Module Fee: ₱17,895

Module Description

This module provides a foundational understanding of cybersecurity defense strategies, focusing on threat detection, risk management, cryptography, and security controls. Learners will gain practical insights into protecting digital assets, mitigating cyber threats, and ensuring resilience in cybersecurity operations.

Module Objectives

You will learn key cybersecurity defense strategies, including threat detection, vulnerability management, and incident response. You’ll explore cryptography, authentication controls, network security, and data protection laws.

Module Outline

  • Day 1: Foundations of Cybersecurity and Threat Management
  • Day 2: Core Concepts in Cybersecurity and Data Protection

Schedules:

2025 1st Run: Feb. 22 & Mar. 8
2025 2nd Run: Aug. 9 & 16

Module Fee: ₱17,895

Module Description

This module focuses on the importance of cybersecurity education and awareness in building a secure organizational culture. Learners will explore strategies to engage, equip, and empower individuals through training programs, fostering a proactive approach to information security.

Module Objectives

You will learn how to design and implement cybersecurity education and awareness programs. You’ll explore strategies to engage, equip, and empower individuals with the knowledge to follow best security practices.

Module Outline

  • Cybersecurity Education and Awareness
  • Engagement, Empowerment, and Education
  • Learning and Development Analysis in Cybersecurity
  • Information Security Education, Awareness, and Training (ISEAT) Program

Schedules:

2025 1st Run: Mar. 22
2025 2nd Run: Sep. 6

Module Fee: ₱10,895

Module Description

This module provides a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity governance, risk management, and strategic planning. Learners will explore how organizations establish security policies, assess risks, and develop plans for incident response, business continuity, and disaster recovery.

Module Objectives

You will learn how to implement cybersecurity governance, assess risks, and develop strategic security plans. You’ll explore incident management, business continuity, and disaster recovery planning.

Module Outline

  • Day 1: Cybersecurity Governance and Risk Framework
  • Day 2: Incident Management and Continuity Planning

Schedules:

2025 1st Run: Apr. 5 & 12
2025 2nd Run: Sep. 13 & 20

Module Fee: ₱13,895

Module Description

This module explores the integration of security controls within system architecture to build resilient and secure digital environments. Learners will gain insights into modern and legacy architectures, cloud security, and containerization, ensuring systems are protected against evolving threats.

Module Objectives

You will learn how to integrate security controls into system architecture, ensuring protection against cyber threats. You’ll explore modern and legacy systems, the CIA triad, cloud security, and containerization.

Module Outline

  • Security in System Architecture
  • System Architecture Phases and Principles
  • Core Security Concepts
  • Security Controls for System Design
  • Modern and Legacy System Architectures
  • Advanced System Architectures

Schedules:

2025 1st Run: Apr. 26 & May 3
2025 2nd Run: Oct. 4 & 11

Module Fee: ₱13,895

Module Description

This module provides an in-depth understanding of data privacy laws, security principles, and compliance frameworks. Learners will explore the fundamentals of data protection, operational compliance, and breach management to ensure organizations safeguard sensitive information effectively.

Module Objectives

You will learn the fundamentals of data privacy laws, security principles, and compliance frameworks. You’ll explore data protection strategies, operational compliance, and breach management.

Module Outline

  • Day 1: Data Privacy and Protection Framework
  • Day 2: Operational Privacy Compliance

Schedules:

2025 1st Run: May 17 & 24
2025 2nd Run: Oct. 25 & Nov. 8

Module Fee: ₱12,495

Module Description

This module provides a deep dive into Security Operations Center (SOC) functions, tools, and threat management strategies. Learners will gain hands-on knowledge of cybersecurity threats, incident response processes, and security tools used to protect organizations from cyber risks.

Module Objectives

You will learn the fundamentals of Security Operations, including threat detection, incident response, and the role of a Security Operations Center (SOC). You’ll explore key cybersecurity tools such as Web Application Firewalls (WAF), Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and phishing defenses to enhance organizational security.

Module Outline

  • Day 1: Introduction to Security Threats and SOC Operations
  • Day 2: SOC Tools and Security Technologies

Schedules:

2025 1st Run: Jun. 14 & 21
2025 2nd Run: Nov. 22 & 29

Module Fee: ₱13,895

Specialized Cybersecurity Short Course

Module Description

This certification program provides a hands-on introduction to Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR), covering key theories, practices, and techniques. Designed to prepare learners for specialization in DFIR, the program combines classroom learning with practical lab exercises to simulate real-world incidents and breaches.

Module Objectives

By the end of this module, participants will be able to respond to incidents, collaborate with stakeholders, manage recovery, conduct tabletop exercises, analyze forensic artifacts, and understand the legal and compliance aspects of DFIR.

Module Outline

  • Day 1: DFIR Ethics, Legal, and Compliance, Incident Response, Cyber Kill Chain & MITRE ATT&CK, Containment and Eradication, Common Pitfalls of Implementing IR, Cybercrime
  • Day 2: Digital Forensics, Memory and Storage Media, Forensic Acquisition, Data Storage Recovery and Analysis, Memory Acquisition, Memory Recovery and Analysis

Schedules:

2025 1st Run: Jun. 14 & 21

2025 2nd Run: Nov. 22 & 29

Module Fee: ₱13,895

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Benilde School of Professional and Continuing Education (SPaCE)
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