Format:
Blended
Start date:
november 2025
Duration: 21 hours
Classes: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 5:30pm - 9pm
Language:
Portuguese
Cybersecurity: Real-Time Risk Management
The “Cybersecurity for Businesses” program was jointly designed by CATÓLICA-LISBON and TÉCNICO+ with the goal of providing a comprehensive understanding of the current risks associated with Information Technologies and the management practices needed to protect organizations. The program addresses both the technological and human components of information systems, with a special focus on their vulnerabilities. It identifies key risks and the resources needed to manage them, followed by an integrated view of the governance of those resources — with a particular emphasis on people. The program concludes with the development of a cybersecurity protection plan and a high-pressure decision-making simulation in the event of a cyberattack.
The Importance of Cybersecurity in Organizations
Cybersecurity is more critical than ever, given the recent shifts in social and professional paradigms. Organizations and individuals are increasingly reliant on digital devices, with the internet serving as the main channel for work, communication, and information sharing among teams, friends, and families. This scenario inevitably leads to greater exposure to cyberattacks. A few examples: In April 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) reported a significant increase in cyberattacks targeting its staff and fraudulent emails sent to the public since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. In June 2020, both Honda and Life Healthcare were also hit by cyberattacks. These incidents caused severe damage, ranging from lost revenue to ransom demands from hackers that can reach millions of euros.
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Key Competencies Developed
- Understanding of information system vulnerabilities and the critical role of the human component in their protection.
- Exposure to attack culture and to key cybersecurity defense techniques and technologies.
- Ability to manage risks, respond to crises, and make decisions under attack scenarios.
- Knowledge of best governance practices and critical functions for effective Cybersecurity Management.
- Competence to design and implement an effective Cybersecurity plan.
This program is designed for all individuals seeking to deepen their knowledge of the topic for implementation within their organizations or who require such expertise in their professional activities.
- Information Systems Managers
- Business Executives
- Data Protection Officers
- Legal Professionals
Program Structure
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This module addresses the fundamental aspects of information security management, incorporating best practices within a holistic cybersecurity management framework. The module concludes with a demonstrative exercise simulating an incident and its management.
This module introduces the main current Information and Communication Technologies, enabling participants to understand cybersecurity issues and solutions: vulnerabilities, technological protections, and processes. Potential targets of attacks—both systems and data, will be highlighted.
This module defines what cybersecurity is and covers key concepts such as security properties, vulnerability, attack, and threat. It addresses both technical and human vulnerabilities, as well as the main current types of threats.
This module presents the technological mechanisms that protect against cyberattacks. While not implemented directly by managers, understanding these mechanisms is essential, as they are critical components of a robust security solution.
This module provides the foundational measures organizations must take to mitigate the risk of cyberattacks and prepare appropriate response strategies.
The final module offers participants the necessary tools and insights to begin structuring their organization’s Cybersecurity Plan.
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The total fee for the program is €1,550. An exclusive 10% discount is available for alumni of the Universidade Católica Portuguesa, applicable in addition to this amount.
The program fee may be paid in full at the beginning of the course, or, for individual participants, through monthly installments at no additional cost. This amount includes a €250 admission fee.
The Universidade Católica Portuguesa is exempt from VAT.
CATÓLICA-LISBON has established a partnership with Caixa Geral de Depósitos, offering special financing conditions for Executive Education participants. If of interest, further information about the financing terms offered by this institution is available here.
Additionally, the program is eligible for individual funding (up to €750) through the Government’s Cheque Formação + Digital initiative, promoted by IEFP. More information is available here.
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Andreia Hidalgo