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Cybersecurity

From coffee machines to cars, you see automation everywhere! Practically every device is now ‘smart’ – the devices are all connected to the internet. It is a no-brainer that businesses are investing billions into automating their processes with these smart devices. As automation thrives, the larger is the risk of bad actors gaining backdoor access to business systems. Businesses are finding it increasingly hard to find certified cybersecurity professionals. Our well-structured programs offer to bridge the huge talent gap.

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Businesses are finding it increasingly hard to find certified cybersecurity professionals.

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CISSP Prep Class

Prep course for the (ISC)² CISSP certification exam. Explore the eight CISSP CBK domains with experienced instructors and build exam readiness in a single 3-credit course.

Credits: 3 Tuition: $985 / credit Courses: 1

Skills you will learn