What you will learn
- A broad and robust understanding of computer science and programming.
- How to think algorithmically and solve programming problems efficiently.
- Fundamental concepts of cybersecurity threats, including hacking, cracking, and phishing.
- Security measures and strategies, including multi-factor authentication, password managers, encryption techniques, firewalls, and secure deletion to protect data, devices, and systems.
- Trade-offs between cybersecurity, usability, and convenience, and how to evaluate risks and rewards in both personal and professional contexts.
Program Overview
Expert instruction
2 skill-building courses
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4 months
5 - 14 hours per week
Discounted price: $601.20
Pre-discounted price: $668USD
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Courses in this program
HarvardX's Computer Science for Cybersecurity Professional Certificate
- CS50's Introduction to Computer Science
- CS50's Introduction to Cybersecurity
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