Course Overview

Cyber risk is no longer an IT issue — it is a board-level responsibility.

A single cyber incident can disrupt operations, damage reputation, trigger regulatory action, and impact shareholder value. Regulators and investors now expect boards to demonstrate clear oversight of cyber risks.

This course equips board members and senior leaders with the knowledge to understand cyber risk as a strategic business issue, ask the right questions, and make informed decisions.

Who is it for?

  • Board Members
  • Non-Executive Directors
  • Senior Executives
  • Audit & Risk Committee Members

No technical background required.

Why It Matters

Failure to understand cyber risk can lead to:

  • Operational disruption
  • Regulatory penalties
  • Reputational damage
  • Board-level accountability

Cyber failure is no longer a technical issue; it is a board-level failure.

Duration & Delivery

  • Duration: 2-3 hours
  • Level: Strategic / Non-technical
  • Delivery: Self-paced / In-person

What you will learn

You’ll gain a broad understanding of:

  • Understand cyber risk as a board-level strategic and governance issue
  • Recognise your legal and regulatory responsibilities in the UK
  • Identify key cyber threats and their real business impact
  • Ask the right questions and improve board-level oversight
  • Make informed decisions on cyber investment and resilience
  • Respond confidently during a cyber incident or crisis

 

Learning Structure

  • Hybrid Learning

    We offer both full self study and live instructor based classes for large teams giving the opportunity to ask questions and get feedback.

  • Fully remote

    Join from anywhere in the UK—study without the commute while still connecting with your peers.

  • Interactive

    Builds board-level understanding of cyber risk, governance, and strategic decision-making without technical complexity.

Modules

  • Cyber Risk in the Boardroom
  • Legal & Governance Responsibilities
  • Cyber Threat Landscape
  • How threats, exploits, vulnerabilities, and risk are connected
  • Cyber Governance & Risk Management
  • Incident Response & Crisis Management
  • Strategic Cyber Resilience
  • Board Toolkit

Prerequisite

  • Entry Requirement

    There are no entry requirements for this certification.

  • Technical requirements

    To participate fully in remote training, you’ll need: A working laptop or desktop (Chromebooks, tablets, and smartphones are not recommended) ICS Learn Reliable Wi-Fi connection A webcam, microphone, and speakers (for online classes)

  • Prior Experience

    Prior experience helpful, not mandatory

FAQs

The course runs for approximately 4–5 hours (Instructor-led), approximately 2-4 hours (Self-Paced). For Instructor-led, it can be delivered as a half-day session.

Our typical course timings are between 09:30 AM and 4:00 PM for instructor-led sessions delivered via Zoom Live. Timings can be customised for board-level courses, and full details will be provided in your confirmation upon enrolment.

No. This course is designed for non-technical leaders and focuses on strategic understanding, decision-making, and governance rather than technical detail.

You can choose between live instructor-led sessions delivered online via Zoom or fully self-paced learning. Self-paced courses can be started at any time, allowing you to learn at your own convenience.

Yes, the course can be customised to reflect your industry, risk profile, and specific board-level challenges.

You will gain the knowledge and confidence to oversee cyber risk effectively, ask the right questions, and make informed decisions at the board level.