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Explore the convergence of data and cybersecurity

Explore the convergence of data and cybersecurity

What you will learn

  • Trade-offs between cybersecurity, usability, and convenience, and how to evaluate risks and rewards in both personal and professional contexts.
  • Fundamental concepts of cybersecurity threats, including hacking, cracking, and phishing.
  • A broad and robust understanding of computer science and programming.
  • Security measures and strategies, including multi-factor authentication, password managers, encryption techniques, firewalls, and secure deletion to protect data, devices, and systems.
  • How to think algorithmically and solve programming problems efficiently.

With more than 328 million terabytes of data produced each day, the potential threat of security and data breaches worldwide is constantly looming. Considering more than 500 billion data records were compromised in 2023 alone, businesses and individuals grapple with the new reality that hacking and breaches are becoming more sophisticated by the minute.

In this changing landscape, those who are well equipped to not only manage threats or compromised systems, but also anticipate and prevent such attacks, will position themselves and their organizations for long term success.

By combining two of HarvardX’s most popular courses, CS50's Introduction to Computer Science and CS50's Introduction to Cybersecurity, learners will engage with a unique blend of programming skills, computer science fundamentals, and specialized insights into the world of cybersecurity.

Register today to explore the convergence of data science and cybersecurity in this CS50 Professional Certificate Program, where you will understand the threats and opportunities in the cybersecurity space, gaining the ability to make timely decisions when facing risk, predict vulnerabilities, and enable preemptive measures to safeguard against looming threats.

2-6 hours per week, for 5 weeks

An introduction to cybersecurity for technical and non-technical audiences alike.

6-18 hours per week, for 12 weeks

An introduction to the intellectual enterprises of computer science and the art of programming.

  • In 2023, Forbes reported that the growth trajectory for cybersecurity jobs is four times faster than the average employment growth rate of all occupations nationwide.
  • ISACA reports that in 2023, 71% of survey respondents have unfilled cybersecurity positions. (ISACA STATE OF CYBERSECURITY 2023: GLOBAL UPDATE ON WORKFORCE EFFORTS, RESOURCES AND CYBEROPERATIONS)
  • This professional certificate could benefit anyone who holds or aspires to the following job titles: Network Engineer, Solutions Architect, IT Project Manager, Cybersecurity Engineer, Security Engineer, IT Manager, Information Security Analyst.
  • According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of information security analysts is projected to grow 32 percent from 2022 to 2032, much faster than the average for all occupations.

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