Overview
Learn to safeguard the systems of government, business and large institutions with cybersecurity practices to prevent online attacks.
Cybersecurity Funding Opportunity for Domestic Students
VCC is excited to announce a special funding opportunity for January 2025 in the Cybersecurity Governance, Risk and Compliance post-degree diploma. Thanks to support from the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills, we are offering a limited number of seats at a significantly reduced (50%) tuition rate.
Enrollment is limited so apply now! Eligible applicants who meet admission requirements will be accepted at the reduced rate on a first-come, first-served basis.
Program location: VCC Downtown Campus (and online)
Program timeline: January 2025 - April 2026 (four terms)
Class time: Afternoon, evenings and weekends, full-time hours
Contact: cybersecurity@vcc.ca
Designed in partnership with ISACA, an international professional association focused on IT governance.
What you will learn
Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be able to:
- Assess different governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) and security tooling, and choose which ones to implement within the organization.
- Develop and manage projects using Project Management (PM) best practices.
- Create a business case for a cybersecurity project and present the case using effective presentation skills and persuasive techniques.
- Recognize emerging technologies and evaluate them using an appropriate framework.
- Prepare for and deliver both written and verbal communications related to IT/security that are appropriate to the intended audience.
- Plan and develop internal controls related to security in response to identified risks based on information and evidence obtained from stakeholders.
- Evaluate the enterprise gaps to prepare or revise security policies, standards, and guidelines.
- Apply different security and compliance frameworks in supporting audit activities (internal and external) and maintaining regulatory compliance certification requirements.
- Design an incident response plan that includes identification of the roles of a cybersecurity incident response team.
- Demonstrate ability to build rapport and trust with a variety of relevant parties and adapt to local business culture context.
What to expect
Students will engage with the material in this program through hands-on exercises and projects involving typical IT work situations, including scenarios from industry. Other instructional strategies include the use of case-studies and group discussions based around current events related to IT news, demonstrations, and reflective practice.
Class-time will utilize active learning strategies such as problem-based learning, simulations, writing exercises, and interactive classroom activities. Some classes may be delivered partially or fully online.
Admission requirements
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An undergraduate degree from an accredited post-secondary institution
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Knowledge of English demonstrated by one of the following:
- English Studies 12 with a minimum ‘C+’ grade, or equivalent. Or,
- English Language Proficiency at a minimum English 12 ‘C+’ level
Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free in academic upgrading, university transfer or English as a Second Language (ESL) Courses.
Recommended Characteristics
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A keen interest in technology and in following technology trends.
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A desire to pursue industry certifications.
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Strong communication, leadership, collaboration, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
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Attention to detail.
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Appreciation for the value of organizational processes and procedures.
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Proficient digital literacy skills.
Fees and other costs
Tuition deposit: $500 (non-refundable)
| Fee description | Fee Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee | $36 | |
| Tuition | $20,045 | |
| Student union | $137 | |
| College initiative | $83 | |
| Campus resource | $401 | |
| Medical & Dental | $550 | |
| U-PASS | $368 | |
| Graduation | $45 | |
| Total | $21,665 |
* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.