Monash College Future Skills launches new courses to meet growing Cyber Security Skills demand

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Monash College Future Skills has launched its all new Cyber pillar education offering, including its flagship course, the Diploma of IT (Cyber specialisation), and a suite of short courses.

The world-leading Cyber program was launched to industry experts and leaders at Monash College’s Cyber Launch event at the EdTech Summit ahead of Victorian National Skills Week.

Basic digital and cyber security skills are among the top priorities for Australian businesses, with 91 per cent of organisations reporting at least one cyber incident or breach, according to Deloitte’s Global Future of Cyber report.

Executive Director, Future Skills, Monash College Ms Jane Trewin said the Diploma of IT (Cyber) was designed to meet this urgent need.

“Learners will have first-hand experience in undertaking studies developed in partnership with globally recognised leaders and world-class educators, with reference to CISCO IT Essentials and access to our Netlab,” said Ms Trewin.

“We offer professionals the chance to future-proof their career and protect their businesses with the Diploma of IT (Cyber).

“We are thrilled that Monash College will play a central role in a week dedicated to the EdTech sector, to innovation and digital learning, and to championing the emerging competencies in the future of work.”

Learners enrolling in the Monash College Future Skills Cyber pillar programs and courses will gain:

  • explicit knowledge to become a sought-after cyber professional

  • a competitive edge with the practical know-how and knowledge of cyber governance

  • the opportunity to work alongside passionate instructors and peers in a supportive learning environment.

The Cyber Launch event was addressed by a host of expert leaders, including Brian Wexham, CEO and Chair, National Skills Week, Craig Robertson, Victorian Skills Commissioner, Jamie Wiggins, Intelligence and Vulnerability Management Lead, Healthscope.

Monash College Future Skills would like to thank its event partners National Skills Week and EdTech Summit for their support of the Cyber Launch event.

About Melbourne EdTech Summit and National Skills Week

Also held on Monday 19 August 2024 was the 2024 Melbourne EdTech Summit, Australia’s premier EdTech thought leadership summit for higher education, VET, skills and workforce development sectors.

Now in its 14th year, the National Skills Week is dedicated to raising the status of skills and vocational learning, enabling all Australians to gain a greater understanding of the opportunities, their potential, and how they can contribute to a successful, modern economy.

About Monash College Future Skills

Transform. Experience. Stack. Monash College Future Skills unlocks the future and elevates your career. Industry leaders, professionals and entire organisations can master the skills of tomorrow by accessing a suite of nationally accredited qualifications and non-accredited microcredentials, modules and learning programs.

Established in 2023, Monash College Future Skills is at the forefront of innovation, transformation and digital acceleration with its customised suite of Cyber programs to equip industry and professionals with the skills of tomorrow, utilising a state-of-the-art Netlab.

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