CYBR 1000: Orientation to GRC and Cybersecurity

Description

This foundational course is the first step for students embarking on their journey into the world of cybersecurity in Canada. It will provide students with an orientation to Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) and cybersecurity and why they matter in a business context. Students will learn and discuss key terminology and definitions related to GRC and cybersecurity to become better versed to have conversations with other professionals on these topics. Additionally, students will be introduced to possible roles and career paths along with the associated skills to be successful.

Credits

1.0

Year of study

1st Year Post-secondary

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Recall foundational cybersecurity risk management terminology relevant to Canadian context
Give examples of effective communication skills essential for classroom and professional success in the field
Identify and apply effective strategies for academic success
Discuss technology industry trends and their relation to Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) and cybersecurity
Summarize the skills and qualifications for success in a GRC or cybersecurity related career through written and verbal communication

Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)

None

Hours

Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 15
Total Hours: 15

Instructional Strategies

Instructional strategies include lectures, discussions, research assignments, and practical and reflective exercises.

Grading System

Letter Grade (A-F)

Passing grade

Evaluation Plan

Type	Percentage	Assessment activity
Reflect	20	Reflection journals
Quizzes/Tests	20	One or more quizzes
Participation	15	Activities and/or discussions
Assignments	25	Assignment(s)
Assignments	20	Industry trends

Course topics

Introduction to GRC
Significance of cybersecurity
Roles and responsibilities related to GRC and cybersecurity
Essential cybersecurity and GRC vocabulary and terminology
Communication skills for industry success
Effective approaches to learning
Trends in cybersecurity, including emerging technologies
Career paths in GRC and Cybersecurity

Notes:

Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.