Overview:
The Level 3 Diploma in Cyber Security Management and Operations is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to tackle the ever-evolving challenges of cybersecurity. This course covers essential topics such as network security, incident response, risk assessment, and security operations. With a strong focus on practical skills and industry-relevant techniques, graduates of this diploma can pursue careers as cybersecurity analysts, security operations center (SOC) analysts, network security administrators, or IT security specialists. This diploma provides a solid foundation for further education or entry-level positions in the field of cyber security, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for a successful career in this high-demand industry.

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This 60 credit 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.

Learning Outcomes

• The ability to read and use appropriate literature with a full understanding
• The ability to think independently and solve problems
• Applying subject knowledge and understanding to address familiar and unfamiliar problems
• Recognising the moral and ethical issues of business practice and research; appreciating the need for ethical standards and professional codes of conduct
• An appreciation of the interdisciplinary nature of business and service provision
• 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
• Transferable skills and knowledge which will enable individuals to meet changing environments and risks
• Motivate individuals to progress to further professional development through future study or as part of their chosen career.

This qualifications is approved and regulated by government regulated body OfQual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) to ensure consistent course quality.
OfQual Qualification Number : 603/3334/0

Progression

Successful completion of the Level 3 Diploma qualification enables learners direct entry to Year 1 of any other three-year UK Bachelors degree or pursue Level 4 Diplomas.

Equivalences

This qualification at Level 3 represent practical knowledge, skills, capabilities and competences that are assessed in academic terms as being equivalent to GCE AS/A Levels.

Qualification structure

The Level 3 Diploma in Cyber Security Management and Operations qualification consists of 6 mandatory units for a combined total of 60 credits.