Recognise Cyber Security Threats Microcredential

This microcredential outlines cyber security, and how you can recognise cyber security threats at work.

It covers the different types of cyber threats that businesses face, as well as factors that increase the risk of cyber attacks.

In this microcredential you will gain the knowledge and skills required to recognise cyber security threats.

The microcredential is divided into three parts:

Part 1: What is cyber security?

Part 2: Types of cyber security threats

Part 3: Risk factors for businesses

Learning Outcomes

After completing the microcredential, you will be able to:

  1. Understand the need for cyber security and recognise why cyber attacks occur.
  2. Recognise a range of cyber security threats.
  3. Explain the risk factors for cyber attacks.
  4. Understand the damage cyber attacks cause for businesses.
  5. Identify the need for regular cyber security training.

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