This Specialization is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the CISM certification exam and advance your career in information security management. It covers all four critical domains: Information Security Governance, Information Security Risk Management, Information Security Program Development and Management, and Incident Management. You'll gain the ability to design, deploy, and manage robust security policies, align security strategies with organizational goals, and effectively respond to security incidents.
The Pearson Complete Course for CISM Certification Specialization
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The Pearson Complete Course for CISM Certification Specialization
CISM Specialization for Cybersecurity Management. Gain skills to design, deploy, and manage security policies to prepare for the CISM cert exam.
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Intermediate level
Recommended experience
1 month at 5 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers
What you'll learn
Master the principles of information security governance and align security strategies with business objectives.
Develop and manage comprehensive information security programs, including risk management and incident response.
Gain practical skills in secure design, implementation, and regulatory compliance to enhance organizational resilience.
Overview
Skills you'll gain
- Malware Protection
- Risk Appetite
- Disaster Recovery
- Enterprise Security
- Business Continuity
- Risk Management
- Configuration Management
- Security Controls
- Governance
- Test Planning
- Continuous Monitoring
- IT Management
- Cloud Computing
- Security Management
- Cybersecurity
- Application Security
- Information Assurance
- Threat Modeling
- Information Management
- Governance Risk Management and Compliance
What’s included
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Taught in English
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July 2025
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Specialization - 5 course series
What you'll learn
Develop and implement effective information security governance strategies and frameworks.
Build compelling business cases using metrics and indicators to align security initiatives with business goals.
Navigate regulatory and compliance requirements with confidence, ensuring organizational adherence and ethical integrity.
Skills you'll gain
Ethical Standards And Conduct, Compliance Management, Governance, Enterprise Security, Business Metrics, Regulatory Requirements, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, and Performance Metric
What you'll learn
Understand and apply core risk management concepts to enhance organizational security.
Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and analyses to identify and prioritize vulnerabilities.
Develop and implement effective risk response and monitoring strategies.
Skills you'll gain
Threat Modeling, Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Vulnerability Management, Risk Appetite, Continuous Monitoring, and Threat Detection
What you'll learn
Develop and manage comprehensive information security programs aligned with organizational objectives.
Implement effective asset classification, controls, and vulnerability management strategies.
Navigate regulatory and compliance requirements with confidence, ensuring organizational adherence and ethical integrity.
Skills you'll gain
Software Development Life Cycle, Configuration Management, Cloud Security, Security Controls, Program Development, Cloud Computing, Vulnerability Assessments, System Implementation, Change Control, Application Security, Security Engineering, Information Management, and Security Requirements Analysis
What you'll learn
Develop comprehensive incident management and response plans, including business impact analysis and disaster recovery.
Understand and mitigate attack vectors such as malware and social engineering.
Utilize detection and response tools for effective evidence handling and forensic examination.
Skills you'll gain
Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Business Analysis, Regulatory Requirements, Compliance Management, Threat Modeling, Security Awareness, Risk Analysis, Threat Detection, Cyber Attacks, and Investigation
What you'll learn
Master effective test-taking strategies to enhance your exam performance.
Understand test day expectations and requirements for both test center and proctored exams.
Gain confidence and readiness to achieve your CISM certification and advance your career.
Skills you'll gain
Information Assurance, Test Planning, and IT Management
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