The Applied Cyber Security program provides a comprehensive foundation and advanced skillset for learners aiming to secure digital systems, networks, and data in the modern interconnected economy. This program emphasizes hands-on cybersecurity practices, ethical hacking, risk assessment, and digital forensics, while integrating sustainability principles such as energy-efficient data centers and responsible digital governance. The course series equips participants to prevent, detect, and respond to cyber threats across sectors including finance, energy, logistics, manufacturing, and public infrastructure, contributing to a safe, resilient, and sustainable digital future.
- One-Week Certificate Courses
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee Range (INR) | Industry Relevance |
| Fundamentals of Cyber Security | 1 Week | Online | Understand cyber security basics, threat types, and key protection methods. | Risk Awareness, Digital Hygiene | Quiz + Case Study | ₹2,000 / $25 | All Sectors |
| Network Security and Data Protection | 1 Week | Online | Learn core concepts of securing networks and data encryption. | Network Defense, Cryptography | Lab Task | ₹2,000 / $25 | IT, Telecom |
| Cyber Threats and Vulnerability Management | 1 Week | Online | Identify, assess, and respond to common cyber threats and vulnerabilities. | Threat Detection, Assessment | Case Analysis | ₹2,000 / $25 | Security Operations |
| Ethical Hacking Essentials | 1 Week | Online | Learn ethical hacking fundamentals and penetration testing methods. | Ethical Hacking, System Testing | Practical Simulation | ₹2,000 / $25 | Security Testing |
| Digital Governance and Cyber Ethics | 1 Week | Online | Understand digital ethics, privacy, and governance frameworks. | Policy Awareness, Compliance | Report + Presentation | ₹2,000 / $25 | Governance, Policy |
- Two-Week Certificate Courses
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee Range (INR) | Industry Relevance |
| Network Defense and Security Protocols | 2 Weeks | Online | Build and implement secure network configurations and monitoring systems. | Firewall Setup, IDS/IPS Configuration | Lab + Report | ₹3,500 / $40 | IT Security |
| Cyber Crime and Digital Forensics | 2 Weeks | Online | Learn techniques for forensic data collection and evidence analysis. | Digital Forensics, Evidence Handling | Practical Project | ₹3,500 / $40 | Law Enforcement, IT |
| Cloud Security and Data Governance | 2 Weeks | Online | Understand cloud vulnerabilities and implement secure cloud frameworks. | Cloud Risk Management, Governance | Simulation + Report | ₹3,500 / $40 | Cloud Services |
| Cybersecurity Risk Management | 2 Weeks | Online | Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies. | Risk Analysis, Business Continuity | Case Study | ₹3,500 / $40 | Finance, Energy |
| Sustainable IT and Green Cybersecurity | 2 Weeks | Online | Link cybersecurity with sustainable IT practices and energy efficiency. | Green IT, Sustainable Design | Policy Report | ₹3,500 / $40 | ESG, Data Centers |
- One-Month Certificate Courses
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee Range (INR) | Industry Relevance |
| Applied Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing | 1 Month | Online | Learn to ethically hack systems using professional tools. | Penetration Testing, Security Assessment | Simulation Project | ₹6,000 / $70 | IT, Banking |
| Cyber Defense and Incident Response | 1 Month | Online | Build capabilities to detect, contain, and recover from cyber incidents. | Threat Response, SOC Skills | Capstone Exercise | ₹6,000 / $70 | Cybersecurity, IT |
| Applied Cryptography and Data Security | 1 Month | Online | Explore cryptographic systems for secure communication. | Encryption, Secure Coding | Project + Report | ₹6,000 / $70 | Fintech, Data Security |
| Cloud Security and Zero Trust Architecture | 1 Month | Online | Understand Zero Trust principles and advanced cloud protection. | Cloud Security, Policy Integration | Policy Report | ₹6,000 / $70 | Cloud, Tech Sector |
| Artificial Intelligence in Cybersecurity | 1 Month | Online | Use AI and ML to predict and prevent cyber threats. | AI Modeling, Risk Prediction | Project + Presentation | ₹6,000 / $70 | AI-Driven Security |
- Three-Month Certificate Courses
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee Range (INR) | Industry Relevance |
| Executive Certificate in Cyber Security Management | 3 Months | Online | Understand policy, compliance, and strategy for organizational cybersecurity. | Leadership, Governance | Capstone Project | ₹12,000 / $140 | Corporate, Public Sector |
| Advanced Network Security and Ethical Hacking | 3 Months | Online | Perform advanced ethical hacking and network vulnerability assessment. | Red Teaming, Ethical Hacking | Simulation + Report | ₹12,000 / $140 | Cyber Defense |
| Digital Forensics and Cyber Investigation | 3 Months | Online | Conduct forensic investigations using specialized software. | Evidence Recovery, Legal Compliance | Capstone Report | ₹12,000 / $140 | Law, IT Security |
| Cloud and IoT Security | 3 Months | Online | Protect IoT and cloud-based systems against complex attacks. | IoT Defense, Cloud Governance | Applied Project | ₹12,000 / $140 | Industry 4.0 |
| Cyber Risk and Resilience Management | 3 Months | Online | Develop cybersecurity resilience frameworks for enterprises. | Business Continuity, Crisis Management | Analytical Report | ₹12,000 / $140 | Enterprise Risk |
- Six-Month Diploma Courses
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee Range (INR) | Industry Relevance |
| Diploma in Applied Cyber Security | 6 Months | Online | Gain comprehensive expertise in cybersecurity fundamentals, defense, and compliance. | Risk Management, Cyber Defense | Capstone Project | ₹25,000 / $300 | Cybersecurity, Defense |
| Diploma in Ethical Hacking and Digital Forensics | 6 Months | Online | Conduct penetration testing and forensic investigations across systems. | Ethical Hacking, Digital Forensics | Final Project + Viva | ₹25,000 / $300 | IT Security, Law Enforcement |
| Diploma in Cloud, IoT, and Network Security | 6 Months | Online | Secure interconnected systems and cloud architectures against emerging threats. | Cloud Defense, IoT Security | Simulation Project | ₹25,000 / $300 | Industry 4.0, Data Centers |
| Diploma in Cyber Policy, Law, and Digital Governance | 6 Months | Online | Understand cyber law frameworks, privacy, and digital ethics. | Policy Formulation, Governance | Report + Presentation | ₹25,000 / $300 | Governance, Public Policy |
| Diploma in AI and Predictive Cybersecurity | 6 Months | Online | Integrate AI and machine learning for proactive cyber defense. | Predictive Modeling, AI Security | Applied Project | ₹25,000 / $300 | AI, Fintech, Risk Analytics |
Common Features Across All Courses
- Self-paced learning
- Ideal for: graduates, policymakers, researchers, planners, professionals, NGOs, and development practitioners
- Case studies from multiple sectors
- Capstone / scenario-based pathways
- STRATI certification + advanced pathways