Cybersecurity for Leaders
Building a Culture of Cybersecurity Leadership and Equipping Leaders to Combat Evolving Cyber-attacks
- Learn from #1 B-school in India and #5 in Asia (FT Global Ranking 2025)
- Learn AI, GenAI, Cloud Security, Digital Forensics & Cybersecurity Team Strategies
- Live Sessions with Programme Leaders
- Be a Part of ISB Online Network
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Programme Overview
The ISB Online Cybersecurity for Leaders programme is meticulously designed to empower leaders with the strategic and technical expertise needed in today’s cybersecurity landscape. This programme offers a flexible learning experience through a blend of high-quality pre-recorded videos by globally renowned ISB faculty, interactive case studies, cutting-edge modules covering application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in cybersecurity and emerging tools and technologies. Enhance your leadership skills, stay ahead of threats, and join an elite network of professionals. Earn a prestigious ISB Online certification and become a proactive leader in cybersecurity.
Impact of Emerging Technologies Such as AI and Cloud on Cybersecurity
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and emerging tech skills are essential for cybersecurity leaders. Gartner ranks Generative AI as the top force behind 2024's cybersecurity trends, recommending collaboration with stakeholders to ensure its ethical, safe, and secure use. This technology can enable:
Programme Highlights
Pre-recorded Videos from Globally Renowned ISB Faculty
Cutting-edge Modules on AI and Generative AI in Cybersecurity
Real-world Case Studies and Business Scenarios
Capstone Project
Cybersecurity Frameworks
Live Sessions with Programme Leaders**
Recorded Fireside Chats with ISB Faculty and Industry Expert
Practical Cybersecurity Tools and Technologies
Assignments* and Quizzes
Be a Part of ISB Online Network
20+ Discussion Boards
Note:
All programme content is delivered via recorded sessions. ISB faculty will not be a part of weekly live sessions or any other live interaction in this programme. We have a curated panel of eminent programme leaders who will be conducting the weekly live doubt-clearing sessions.
The final number of quizzes, assignments and discussions will be confirmed closer to the programme start.
*Assignments are graded either by programme leaders who are available to support participants in their learning journey and/or by the Emeritus grading team.
**Programme leaders are domain experts who will clear your doubts and guide you through your learning journey.
The ISB Advantage — Learning Experience
Globally Renowned Faculty: ISB faculty includes leading academics with domain expertise drawn from extensive research, real-world engagement and rich learning experiences in top global business schools. The faculty also includes accomplished industry practitioners who have been at the helm of global businesses.
Research-backed Thought Leadership: ISB is ranked #1 amongst business schools in India for research. At ISB's research centres and institutes, faculty collaborate with top minds in the industry and government to develop ground-breaking thought leadership.
Deep Expertise in Emerging Markets: ISB has developed rigorous intellectual capital and a vast number of case studies that explore critical challenges facing organisations and leaders in these markets. Positioned in a rich ecosystem of business, government and think tanks allows ISB to deliver practical knowledge and craft holistic learning experiences for its learners.
Who Is This Programme For?
Senior leaders who want to develop new applications and frameworks that detect, withstand, and counteract intrusion.
Aspiring cybersecurity leaders who want to lead security operations and new initiatives in their current organisation.
Professionals keen to gain cybersecurity skills and transition to a cybersecurity career.
Eligibility: The programme is designed for Senior Managers, Leaders, and Senior Professionals.
Learner Testimonials
Founder & Managing Director-CYFY Solutions Private Limited | Ex-Senior Principal Architect-Dr. Reddy's Laboratories
I wholeheartedly recommend the 'Cybersecurity for Leaders' course at ISB to any business leader looking to enhance their understanding of cybersecurity and its implications fo...
Chief Executive Officer-GuardianNx Techsolutions Private Limited | Ex-Director-Worldline | Ex-VP & Chief Information Security Officer- Poonawalla Fincorp
I sincerely appreciate ISB for creating such a relevant and forward-thinking program and Emeritus for their planning and flawless execution to give each student such a wonderf...
Technical Project Manager, Cybersecurity-Infosys
The best part of the Cybersecurity Programme for Leaders is often the practical application of knowledge gained through real-world scenarios and case studies. The programme ad...
Senior Manager, Risk and Compliance-HCLTech
Every part of the programme has been excellent—be it the content, delivery, knowledge, or the connect of the programme leaders, Mr. Ravin and Mr. Vivek. This programme has enr...
Manager, Technology & Transformation, Cyber Strategy-Deloitte
There were breakout sessions and group-wise assignments, which were more interactive and helped us connect with other team members to discuss the topic and share thoughts.
Essential Cybersecurity Frameworks
Real-world Case Studies and Business Scenarios
Note: All product and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Their use does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by them.
Inside the Future of Cybersecurity - Fireside Chats
Note: The fireside chat is a pre-recorded session.
Practical Cybersecurity Tools and Technologies
Note: All product and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Their use does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by them.
Programme Modules
This programme is tailored to enhance your knowledge of essential principles and optimal methodologies in the field of cybersecurity. It will help you gain hands-on expertise in implementing cybersecurity measures for both immediate and future business strategies, and help you effectively engage with consumer data and take responsibility for ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations.
Note- Modules/ topics are indicative only, and the suggested time and sequence may be dropped/modified/ adapted to fit the total programme hours.
Capstone Project
In this three-part capstone project, learners will step into the role of a cybersecurity consultant. You will be tasked with designing a comprehensive, scalable, and future-proof cybersecurity framework tailored for a small-scale Indian business.
You’ll begin by identifying key risks, designing a cybersecurity strategy, and ensuring regulatory compliance. As the business evolves, the framework will be enhanced by integrating advanced components such as AI, Business Continuity Planning, and Generative AI.
In the final phase, you’ll future proof the system by addressing emerging technologies, cloud security, supply chain risks, and team design. By the end of the project, you will have developed a real-world cybersecurity blueprint aligned with the needs of a dynamic organisation.
Over the duration of the programme, you will progressively build your project across three key phases:
Part A - Building the foundation
Part B - Evolving the strategy
Part C - Future-proofing the framework
Lead with Confidence: Learn the Cybersecurity Skills Shaping the Future
AI-Driven Threat Detection: Leveraging AI for proactive identification and response to cybersecurity threats
Generative AI Applications: Applying Generative AI to enhance cybersecurity strategies
Cloud Security Management: Developing skills to protect cloud infrastructures and ensure data integrity
Incident Response Planning: Develop strategies for effective threat response
Data Privacy Compliance: Understand global and local regulations to ensure compliance
Building and Leading Cybersecurity Teams: Assembling and leading high-performing cyber teams
Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery: Planning resilient operations during disruptions
World-class Learning with Pre-recorded Videos by ISB Faculty — ISB Online Advantage
Immersive Learning
Learn at your own pace with pre-recorded faculty videos designed to fit seamlessly into your schedule.
Advance your career through a flexible, self-paced structure that fits around your professional commitments.
Active Cohort-based Learning
Stay engaged through interactive learning activities and gain insights from peers across industries and functions to expand your perspective.
Experience structured learning with priming questions, concept checks, and integrative thinking tasks—while collaborating with a diverse, accomplished peer group.
Flexible Learning
Learn at your own pace with high-quality, pre-recorded faculty videos.
Advance your career without disrupting your busy schedule.
Programme Faculty
Visiting Faculty, ISB, Professor of Information Systems and Business Analytics (ISBA) - Massry School of Business
Professor Tayi is a prolific and award-winning academic with approximately 80 refereed journal articles, 65 conference proceedings/presentations, and numerous book chapters sp...
Visiting Faculty, ISB, Professor of Statistics, Operations, and Data Science - Fox School of Business and Management
Professor Subodha Kumar is the Paul R. Anderson Distinguished Chair Professor of Statistics, Operations, and Data Science and the Founding Director of the Center for Business ...
Programme Certificate
Upon successfully completing the programme with a minimum 70% score in all required assignments, you will be awarded a certificate in Cybersecurity for Leaders from ISB Online.
Note: All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of ISB.
Key Takeaways of The Programme
Describe key cybersecurity concepts and security objectives.
Discuss the strategy and functional implementation of cybersecurity protocols, defensive and offensive strategies.
Examine cybersecurity compliance and regulations.
Discuss how cybersecurity impacts the value chain of a company.
Evaluate considerations for developing business continuity and resilience during disruptions.
Interpret the role of emerging trends and technologies in cyberspace.
Discuss key components of creating and managing high-performing cyber teams.
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ISB Online Network Benefits
BE RECOGNISED AS AN ISB ONLINE NETWORK MEMBER:
Preferential pricing
10% discount on other ISB Online programmes
Access to resources
Exclusive invitations to events like masterclasses, webinars and conferences, amongst others
ISB Newsletters with latest updates
Networking and continuous learning
Learning and networking opportunities via ISB Online Network Group on LinkedIn
Invitation to be a speaker in alumni webinars
The Learning Experience
More than 300,000 professionals globally, across 200 countries, have chosen to advance their skills with Emeritus and its educational learning partners. In fact, 90 percent of the respondents of a recent survey across all our programmes said that their learning outcomes were met or exceeded. All the contents of the course would be made available to students at the commencement of the course. However, to ensure the programme delivers the desired learning outcomes, the students may appoint Emeritus to manage the delivery of the programme in a cohort-based manner during the course period the cost of which is already included in the overall Course fee of the course.
A dedicated programme support team is available 7 days a week to answer questions about the learning platform, technical issues, or anything else that may affect your learning experience.
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