In a nutshell
Accelerate your career and gain sought-after skills for the digital world in this online Graduate Certificate of Cyber Security Governance and Risk Management course from RMIT Online.
Designed for working professionals with some exposure to cyber security, this qualification provides the skills, knowledge and insights required to successfully design and apply governance and compliance frameworks to cyber security risks and incidents. This is a growing field with high demand for skilled professionals, and this graduate certificate will help you stand out and work effectively.
This graduate certificate is comprised of four courses – 3 core and 1 elective. Outlined in the Subject section of this course summary of enquire about a course brochure for more info.
With a focus on real-world learning, this qualification ensures you graduate with the skills and practical experience employers are looking for. You may choose to take on the challenge of leading your workplace’s cyber security management strategy, or seek new work in the cyber security sector. Whichever path you take, this graduate certificate prepares you to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing and exciting digital business world.
What you’ll need
To be eligible to study this course, applicants must:
- Have an Australian bachelor's degree or equivalent or a higher-level qualification in a related field from a recognised tertiary institution; AND
- Have two years of relevant work experience.
Applicants who don't meet these requirements who have five years of continuous full-time work experience in business, information systems or cyber security may still be considered for this graduate certificate.
Subject summary
This graduate certificate is comprised of four courses:
Core:
- Fundamentals of cyber security
- Cyber security governance, risk and compliance management
- Cyber security resilience and incident management
Elective — choose from either:
- Cyber security strategy project
- Data and privacy in the digital age
- Digital leadership and digital delivery with Agile
- Law and policy for emerging technologies
Why RMIT Online?

Looking for a world-class education experience that you can receive from the comfort of your own home? Turn to RMIT Online!
Check out their range of online degrees or upskill faster with a short course and prepare to excel your career. With RMIT Online, you’ll build real-world skills, work closely with their respected industry partners and get the knowledge to transform your career. Being RMIT accredited means you’ll be recognised by one of the most innovative and respected technology institutions in Australia.
Studying online doesn’t mean you have to go through the learning journey solo. When you study with RMIT Online you’ll be connected with a support team and a global network of industry experts, academics and peers, who will help you every step of the way. Whether you have a technical issue, feel bogged down and need someone to talk to or struggling with an assignment - they’ve got the right people to help get you to where you want to be.