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Cybersecurity for Business Managers (3cr)

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General information


Timing
01.06.2026 - 17.06.2026
The implementation has not yet started.
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 cr
Local portion
3 cr
Mode of delivery
Face-to-face
Teaching languages
English
Teachers
Heikki Järvinen
Groups
HBI26VKSS
Like's Summer School 2026 (Bachelor's)
Course
YH00CY58

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Evaluation scale

0-5

Objective

The student understands the importance of cybersecurity in business, can describe the key principles, and recognizes how cyber threats affect organizations. They are familiar with the responsibilities of leadership and the board, apply risk management and compliance, and are able to suggest ways to improve the organization’s cybersecurity.

Execution methods

The course is offered as an intensive summer school module, emphasizing interactive lectures, discussions, group work, and case analyses during contact sessions. Learning is based on participation and attendance, with no separate written assignments or reports required. Absences are only permitted for justified reasons, such as illness.

Content

The course offers a clear overview of the fundamentals of cybersecurity and its significance in business. Students will be introduced to the key concepts of cybersecurity, the risks that threaten organizations, and the reasons why cybersecurity is an essential part of management. The content covers the responsibilities of leadership and the board, risk management and compliance (including GDPR and NIS2), organizational culture and internal threats, as well as crisis management and business continuity planning. The course is delivered interactively through discussions, group assignments, and real-life case studies, providing business students with practical insight into cybersecurity.

Materials

All necessary materials, including articles, reports, and current case examples, will be provided at the beginning of the course. Materials are available in the online learning environment.

Teaching methods

- lectures
- independent study
- small group learning
- exercises
- learning tasks

Exam schedules

The course does not include exam.

Student workload

1 ECTS credit equals 27 hours of student work. Course scope: 3 ECTS credits.
Workload distribution:

Attendance and active participation (6 x 2.45 h): 14.7 h
Group and case exercises (preparation and execution): 32 h
Final group presentation (preparation + delivery): 18 h
Independent study of course materials: 16.3 h
Total: 81 h

Qualifications

No technical expertise is required; the course is especially suitable for business students. This module is part of the JAMK Summer School programme.

Further information

The course assessment methods will be presented during the first meeting.

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