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 but require basic knowledge and competences in the field of Cyber Security (which includes sub-disciplines of compliance, digital media risk management, security risk management, to name a few) without undertaking any technical level of proficiency.

Level 2 Content (mandatory)

• Cyber Security: What is ‘Hacking’?
• Cyber Attack Methods
• Computer and Data Use : Laws and Regulations
• Mobile Device and Data: Security Issues and Risks
• Cyber Security Solutions

Entry Criteria

• Qualifications at Level 1 and/or;
• Work experience in a business environment and demonstrate ambition with clear career goals;
• A Level 2 qualification in another discipline and who want to develop their careers in business management and/or risk management.

Learning Outcomes

1. The ability to read and use appropriate literature with a full understanding; the ability to think independently and solve problems
2. Applying subject knowledge and understanding to address familiar and unfamiliar problems
3. Recognising the moral and ethical issues of business practice and research; appreciating the need for ethical standards and professional codes of conduct
4. An appreciation of the interdisciplinary nature of business and service provision
5. 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
6. Transferable skills and knowledge which will enable individuals to meet changing environments and risks.