Online Certificate Program • DoMS, IIT Kanpur

Strategic Cybersecurity & Privacy: Governance, Risk, and Resilience

Managing cyber and privacy risk is a boardroom imperative, not just an IT problem. Master governance, risk management, and crisis leadership from IIT Kanpur.

Governance & Compliance Risk Management Privacy & Data Protection Resilience & Strategy
Starts 13 February 2027
Duration 4 Months (Weekend Live)
Commitment 3 Hours / Week
Applications 1 Nov 2026 – 15 Jan 2027
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Career & Organizational Impact

Strategic Value for Ambitious Professionals & Leaders

Cybersecurity and data privacy are no longer confined to technical IT silos—they are critical business drivers. This program equips professionals, aspiring leaders, and managers with the practical competence to manage organizational risks, navigate complex regulatory landscapes, and bridge the gap between business strategy and technology counterparts. Gain the strategic edge to safeguard your organization and accelerate your career with IIT Kanpur.

Healthcare

Patient health records & IoT medical device security

Govt & Public Sector

Citizen data privacy & critical infrastructure resilience

Technology

Cloud supply chain integrity & AI security governance

Media & Telecom

Subscriber data privacy & platform compliance

Financial Services

BFSI risk audits, fraud detection & regulatory reporting

Retail & E-Commerce

Omnichannel consumer consent & transaction security

What You Will Learn

5 Thematic Modules

A rigorous 28-session executive curriculum designed for non-technical business leaders, managers, and governance professionals.

01
5 Sessions
Foundations

Introduction to Key Concepts in Cyber Security and Privacy

  • CIA Triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability)
  • Cyber Threat Landscape: Phishing, Ransomware, Supply Chain Attacks
  • AI-powered Attacks and Attacks on AI Systems
  • Defence-in-Depth
  • Defining Privacy, Privacy Risks and Business Impacts
02
6 Sessions
Governance

Enterprise Cybersecurity and Privacy Governance

  • 5 Lines of Assurance (LoA) in Cyber Security
  • Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Role
  • Role of Data Protection Officers
  • Board of Directors (BoD) Engagement in Cybersecurity and Privacy
03
6 Sessions
Risk

Cybersecurity and Privacy Risk Management

  • Cybersecurity Risk Management
  • Privacy Risk Analysis / Privacy Impact Assessment
  • Relevant Standards and Frameworks (e.g., NIST frameworks)
04
6 Sessions
Strategy

Cybersecurity and Privacy Strategies

  • Building a Cybersecurity and Privacy Culture
  • Response Strategies and Crisis Communication
  • Cybersecurity Policies and Privacy Policies
  • Security Education, Training & Awareness (SETA)
  • Compliance Issues and Ethical Implications
05
5 Sessions
Regulatory

Regulatory Landscape

  • Data Protection Regulations and Compliance Issues
  • Best Practices

Admissions

Eligibility & Fee Structure

Track A

Academic Pathway

Bachelor’s degree with a minimum aggregate of 55% marks from any recognized university.

Open to fresh graduates & professionals
Track B

Experience Pathway

Bachelor’s degree with a minimum aggregate of 40% marks and a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience.

Ideal for working executives

Selection Process

Rolling shortlisting commences 1 November 2026. Selection procedure and shortlisting of participants will be based on the eligibility criteria and as advised by the OOA office.

Fee in:

Application Fee ₹1,000 + 18% GST ₹1,180 in total (Non-Refundable & Non-Transferable)
Program Fee ₹75,000 + 18% GST Total ₹88,500
Installments 2 × ₹44,250 Payable in 2 easy installments prior to 15 January 2027
15-Day Refund Policy: Program fee, if discontinued before 27 February 2027 (within 15 days of program commencement / up to 4 classes), will be refunded after deducting 20% of the program fee as administrative charges. No refunds after 15 days.
Payment Gateway: Official IIT Kanpur SBI Collect Portal

Program Credential

IIT Kanpur Certification

Participants who fulfill program requirements receive an official IIT Kanpur credential — a recognized mark of executive distinction.

IIT Kanpur Certificate of Completion — Strategic Cybersecurity & Privacy Program

Certificate of Completion

Awarded to participants who attend live sessions, complete assigned deliverables, and successfully pass the mid-term and end-term assessments over the 4-month program. Issued by the Office of Outreach Activities (OOA), Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, this official credential validates your strategic readiness in cybersecurity and privacy governance, backed by the prestige and academic rigor of IIT Kanpur.

Academic Direction

Program Faculty — IIT Kanpur

Dr. Sourya Joyee De
Program Coordinator

Dr. Sourya Joyee De

Assistant Professor, Department of Management Sciences (DoMS)
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur

Sourya Joyee De is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Management Sciences at IIT Kanpur, previously serving at IIM Raipur. She holds a PhD from IIM Calcutta and has conducted research at Inria (France) and ISI Kolkata. Her research and teaching focus on cybersecurity, data privacy, and data protection—work supported by organizations including Cisco, Samsung, and the French ANR. She has authored two books with Morgan & Claypool and published widely in top-tier journals and conferences.

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