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Advanced Post-Graduate Certificate - Cybersecurity Operations and Ethical Hacking

York University - School of Continuing Studies

4700 Keele Street, Toronto, Canada

382800

Last updated: 04/04/2025
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About Advanced Post-Graduate Certificate - Cybersecurity Operations and Ethical Hacking

This advanced program provides a comprehensive cybersecurity skill set, covering both offensive and defensive strategies to identify and mitigate cyber threats. Through hands-on assignments and real-world simulations, participants will gain the skills to tackle today’s cybersecurity challenges. By the end of this program, they will:

  • Master Cybersecurity Governance & Risk Management – Assess security risks to mitigate vulnerabilities and implement governance strategies
  • Detect, Analyze & Respond to Cyber Threats – Learn how to identify security incidents, triage and execute effective response strategies
  • Think Like a Hacker – Apply penetration testing and ethical hacking to uncover system vulnerabilities to exploit systems and steal data
  • Deploy & Manage Cybersecurity Tools – Gain hands-on experience with security software, web applications and operating systems
  • Utilize industry-leading monitoring tools, threat detection and incident response techniques– Identify and mitigate cyber threats
  • Execute Full-Scale Penetration Testing – Conduct vulnerability assessments, develop professional reports and provide remediation recommendations
  • Create clear, concise and well-structured technical reports– Communicate cybersecurity findings to both technical and non-technical audiences

Program Benefits

  • Industry-Designed Curriculum – Participants will learn from top cybersecurity professionals with real-world expertise.
  • Hands-On Learning – Participants will apply their skills in practical labs and simulations that mirror real-world cybersecurity challenges.
  • Comprehensive Capstone Project – They will demonstrate their mastery through comprehensive cybersecurity and ethical hacking projects.
  • A Strong Professional Network – As they advance through the program, participants will build valuable industry connections with a cohort of peers.
  • Accelerated, High-Impact Learning – They will complete a comprehensive cybersecurity education in just two years, with a built-in summer break.
  • Certification-Ready – Participants will gain access to CompTIA Security+, CySA+, and PenTest+ learning materials, exam vouchers, and the TryHackMe Platform—all included in the program fee.
  • Career Development Course – They will receive expert guidance on resume writing, interview preparation, networking, and LinkedIn optimization to get ahead in their careers.
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Program Level
Postgraduate Certificate
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16 Month Graduate Certificate
Cost of Living
$20,635.00 CAD / Year
Gross Tuition
$35,728.00 CAD / First Year
Application Fee
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