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Information Security Courses

Information security courses can help you learn risk assessment, network security protocols, encryption techniques, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in threat analysis, vulnerability management, and compliance with security regulations. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security information and event management (SIEM) software, demonstrating how these tools are applied to protect data and maintain system integrity.


Popular Information Security Courses and Certifications


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    FAIR Institute

    Advancing FAIRâ„¢ within Risk Management Programs

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Risk, Threat Management, Continuous Monitoring, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management, Risk Appetite, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Cybersecurity, Business Risk Management, Risk Modeling, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Governance, Automation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Risk Management and Incident Response

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Incident Response, Business Continuity Planning, Security Management, Threat Modeling, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Management, Business Risk Management, Disaster Recovery, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Operational Risk, Investigation, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Continuous Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Management, Digital Forensics, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    GRC Fundamentals - Learn Governance, Risk, and Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Compliance Auditing, Regulatory Compliance, Communication Strategies

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    FAIR Institute

    Practical Applications of FAIRâ„¢ for Cyber Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Risk, Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Analysis, Risk Modeling, Threat Modeling, Business Risk Management, Compliance Management, Incident Response, Stakeholder Communications, Continuous Improvement Process, Compliance Reporting, Decision Making, Financial Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Information​ ​Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Enterprise Resource Planning, Business Systems Analysis, Systems Analysis, Requirements Analysis, Cybersecurity, Business Requirements, Business Analysis, Business Systems, Cloud Computing, IT Management, Change Management, Business Technologies, Information Technology, Organizational Change, Technology Strategies, Process Flow Diagrams, System Implementation, Governance, Project Management, Critical Thinking

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Information Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Systems, Digital Communications, Theoretical Computer Science, Telecommunications, Information Management, Probability, Probability Distribution, Linear Algebra, Digital Signal Processing, Algorithms

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    165 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Information Design

    Skills you'll gain: Graphic and Visual Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Mockups, Layout Design, Web Design, Responsive Web Design, Design, Wireframing, Usability, Interaction Design, Prototyping

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    578 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Northeastern University

    Information Systems Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Software Visualization, Object Oriented Design, Software Engineering, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Design, Web Applications, Software Development Life Cycle, Case Studies, Data Modeling, Systems Development, Software Development, Business Architecture, Engineering Software, Business Risk Management, Python Programming, Software Design, Application Development, Computer Programming, Development Environment

    2.6
    Rating, 2.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The State University of New York

    Basic Information Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Brainstorming, Planning, Data Ethics, Information Management, Research, Critical Thinking, Investigation, Literacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    176 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Copenhagen

    Academic Information Seeking

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Record Keeping, Data Collection, Document Management, Information Management, Intellectual Property

    4.7
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The State University of New York

    Advanced Information Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Information Management, Research, Literacy, Critical Thinking, Investigation, Intellectual Property, Planning, Communication, Style Guides

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The State University of New York

    Digital Information Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Design, digital literacy, Infographics, Content Creation, Graphic Design, Multimedia, Computer Literacy, Digital Communications, Open Source Technology, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Peer Review, Communication, Design Thinking

    4.9
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular information security courses

  • Advancing FAIRâ„¢ within Risk Management Programs: FAIR Institute
  • Risk Management and Incident Response: Packt
  • GRC Fundamentals - Learn Governance, Risk, and Compliance: Packt
  • Practical Applications of FAIRâ„¢ for Cyber Risk Management: FAIR Institute
  • Information​ ​Systems: University of Minnesota
  • Information Theory: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Information Design: University of California San Diego
  • Information Systems Foundations: Northeastern University
  • Basic Information Literacy: The State University of New York
  • Academic Information Seeking: University of Copenhagen

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