This course introduces the leadership and organizational foundations of cybersecurity governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC). Students learn how to identify and prioritize cyber risks, align security strategy with business goals, and translate requirements into practical policies, standards, and controls. Emphasis is placed on risk assessment methods, control selection, third-party risk, audit readiness, and building governance structures that support accountability and resilience. By the end of the course, students can communicate risk to stakeholders and recommend compliance-aligned security improvements.
CYL 500: Governance, Risk, and Compliance
Level
Graduate