Level 3 Diploma in Cyber Security Management and Operations

Specifications

1. Qualification title: Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Cyber Security Management and Operations

2. Qualification type: Vocational Related Qualification

3. Level: 3

4. Accreditation status: Accredited

5. TQT: 600

6. Guided learning hours: 360

7. Credit Equivalency: 60

8. Qualification number (RQF) : 603/3334/0

9. Availability: UK and International

10. Course Length: 6 Months or More

11. Study Mode: Online, Blended, On Campus.

12. Fees: On campus £6,500

13. Progression routes:  Qualifi Level 4 Diploma

Progression FAQ’s: https://qualifi.net/progression-faqs/

Course Overview

The qualification has been created to develop those learners who are looking to choose, or already have chosen, a career in a business-related sector. It is envisaged that this programme will encourage both academic and professional development so that your learners move forward to realise not just their own potential but also that of organisations across a broad range of sectors. The rationale of the programme is to provide a career path for learners who wish to develop their core capabilities within the cyber security sector.

Units

• Threat and Risk: Expecting the Unexpected
• Network Architecture: Communications and Protocols
• Mobile Device and Data Risks
• Investigations and Incident Response
• Solutions: Future-Proofing your Business
• EU GDPR and Data Security

Awarding Classification/Grading

All unit grading is shown on the qualification transcript.

• Fail – 0-39%

• Pass – 40%-59%

• Merit – 60% – 69%

• Distinction 70%+

Learning Outcomes

1. The ability to read and use appropriate literature with a full understanding;
2. The ability to think independently and solve problems
3. Applying subject knowledge and understanding to address familiar and unfamiliar problems
4. Recognising the moral and ethical issues of business practice and research; appreciating the need for ethical standards and professional codes of conduct
5. An appreciation of the interdisciplinary nature of business and service provision
6. Capacity to give a clear and accurate account of a subject, in a mature way and engage in debate and dialogue both with specialists and non-specialists
7. Transferable skills and knowledge which will enable individuals to meet changing environments and risks
8. Motivate individuals to progress to further professional development through future study or as part of their chosen career.

Entry Requirements

• Qualifications at Level 2 and/or;
• Work experience in a business environment and demonstrate ambition with clear career goals;
• A Level 3 qualification in another discipline and who want to develop their careers in business management and/or risk management.

List of Universities with Progression Paths

Some of the universities, where previous Qualifi graduates gained entry or have formal progression arrangements include:

1. Anglia Ruskin University
2. University of Central Lancashire
3. University of East London
4. University of Gloucestershire
5. De Montfort University
6. University of Bolton
7. University of Lincoln
8. University of West of Scotland
9. University of Wolverhampton
10. Birmingham City University
11. University of Derby
12. Arden University
13. University of Law
14. Bath Spa University
15. Bangor University
16. Leeds Beckett University
17. University of Bedfordshire
18. BPP University
19. Buckinghamshire New University
20. University of Chichester
21. Cardiff Metropolitan University
22. University of Cumbria
23. Glasgow Caledonian University
24. Northumbria University
25. University of Huddersfield
26. Liverpool John Moores University
27. London South Bank University
28. The Open University
29. Staffordshire University
30. University of New England – Australia
31. Wrexham Glyndwr University
32. University of Suffolk