Cyber Security Diploma Program

Introduction


Strengthen your expertise in safeguarding digital assets with our comprehensive Cyber Security Diploma Program. Designed for professionals, this program integrates practical skills and theoretical foundations to address real-world cybersecurity challenges. Gain in-depth knowledge of governance, ethical hacking, forensics, and compliance frameworks to ensure robust protection against cyber threats.

Key Features: 

Cyber Security Governance and Compliance:

  • Explore cybersecurity threats and attack vectors.
  • Understand IS governance roles and responsibilities.
  • Develop skills in risk identification, analysis, and treatment.

Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing:

  • Learn information gathering, reconnaissance, and scanning techniques.
  • Perform vulnerability identification and exploit simulations.
  • Secure web applications, and wireless networks, and defend against social engineering attacks.

Cyber Security Standards and Frameworks:

  • Master frameworks like ISO 27001, PCI DSS, and NIST.
  • Understand sector-specific guidelines, including SECP and telecom frameworks.
  • Implement cybersecurity controls and monitor compliance effectively.

Digital Forensics and Incident Response:

  • Acquire digital forensic skills in data acquisition and device analysis.
  • Conduct memory and registry analysis for Windows systems.
  • Detect steganography, analyze malware, and create incident response playbooks.
Format

On-campus

Tuition

Rs. 150,000/- (+5% SST)

Duration

4 Months

Registration

Open

Future Benefits


  • Comprehensive Skill Development: Cover governance, technical defense, and incident response in one program.
  • Practical Applications: Hands-on learning through tools and frameworks used in the industry.
  • Risk Mitigation Expertise: Gain skills to proactively manage and respond to cybersecurity threats.
  • Career Readiness: Equip yourself for roles in governance, ethical hacking, and incident response.

Fee Policy & Procedure


Enrollment Fee:

  • Upon enrollment, a fee of Rs. 1500/- is applicable.
  • Upon receipt of the enrollment fee, the date for an on-campus test/ interview will be scheduled & informed via email.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be notified of their selection through email.

Program Fee:

  • Program fee PKR 150,000/- (excluding SST), is required to be submitted before the commencement of classes.
  • A special incentive of a 15 % discount is available for those who choose to pay the full program fee in advance.

Installment Plan:

-We provide a flexible installment plan that consists of three payments:

  • The initial installment amount is 60,000.
  • The second installment amount is 50,000.
  • The third installment amounts to 40,000.

Program Duration:

  • 4-Months program
  • Scheduled as a weekend program, classes are held on Saturday and Sunday.

Timings:

  • Saturday: 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
  • Sunday: 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Graduates are preferred.

Student Policy:

  • It is essential for program participants to fulfill the requirement of clearing the program fee.
  • Non-compliance with fee payment may result in termination from the program.

 

Learning Outcome


Through hands-on experience, you'll gain in-depth knowledge of ERP Systems Applications and Products (Oracle & SAP) including:

  • Oracle Financials & Supply Chain Modules
  • SAP Financials & Supply Chain Modules
  • Oracle Business Intelligence
  • Power BI Interactive Data Visualization Tool

Eligibility Criteria


Candidates who've already completed Bachelor's degree with practical / professional skills (Females are encouraged to apply)

Program Fees


Program Fees: PKR/- 105,000 (Including 5% SST)

10% discount is offered if full fee is paid in advance

Advance Payment Schedule Total
Total fee in Advance (Lumpsum) PKR/- 94,500
Installments Payment Schedule Total
Total Fee (if paid in 3 equal installments) PKR 35,000 PKR 35,000 PKR 35,000 PKR/- 105,000 (Including 5% SST)

Fee Includes:

Processing fees, Test and Exam Fees, Diploma and Transcript. Fees do not include course material, books and stationery.

Admission fees PKR 1000/-

Payment

Payment is due upon receipt of the acceptance of participants to the program along with the invoice.

Please ensure that the payment reaches the CICT Office before commencement of the program because seat in the class will only be reserved once the fee is received.

Payment can be made via cheque / bank draft payable to the "Institute of Business Administration, Karachi" at the following address:

Center for Information & Communication Technology (CICT)
IBA, City Campus, Garden/Kayani Shaheed Road, Karachi.

For online payments via credit cards: https://onlinepayment.iba.edu.pk/

Duration


  • 4 months including 6 courses (per course/24 Training Hours)
  • Saturday & Sunday

Trainer's Profile


Sana Zahra Ahmed

Ms. Sana Zahra Ahmed, Vice President at Titanium MSSP RapidCompute, is a distinguished trainer in Cyber Security and Security Operations Centers (SOC). With extensive experience developing and implementing security strategies for over 100 companies, she has driven a 300% growth in clientele and significantly improved breach response times through her leadership in 24/7 SOC operations. Her expertise includes NG SIEM, FIM, UEBA, NDR, SOAR, and predictive threat intelligence. Recognized for her industry contributions and advocacy for Women in Cyber Security Pakistan, Ms. Ahmed’s training programs are enriched with her practical experience and compliance expertise with over 10 international security standards.

Mustafa Shiraaz Ahmed

is a highly experienced Cyber Security Mentor and Trainer, specializing in risk management, ethical hacking, and information security governance. With prestigious certifications such as CISA, CISM, CEH, CHFI, and ISO 27001 Lead Implementer, he is also a Certified CISA Trainer. Mustafa holds an MBA Gold Medal and MS in Computer Science, bringing both academic excellence and practical expertise to his training sessions. As a Senior Joint Director at the State Bank of Pakistan, he combines real-world experience with a passion for educating cybersecurity professionals, and helping them achieve success in their careers.

  • Four Months
  • Friday 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am to 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm