About The Chang School at Ryerson University 

Ryerson’s roots are in applied technical education that prepares students for the current job market. Today, the career-oriented public research university is known for its business and IT programs. Located in the heart of downtown Toronto, the degree-granting institution leverages its urban setting for real-world learning. Instructors come from academia and industry, providing students with a well-rounded experience.

What sets Ryerson apart?

The faculty at the Chang School not only teach in-demand skills required of today’s IT departments, but they also help students find jobs and connect them with employers in the job market. The program gives students the skills and knowledge required in this specialized field and teaches them how to apply them in everyday circumstances. The course includes the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification program, offered by the (ISC)2 and helps students prepare for the CISSP exam.

About the University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies

The School of Continuing Studies at the University of Toronto offers more than 700 courses in over 40 program areas across a range of professions that help people further their careers and keep up with in-demand skills. Instructors are leaders in business and bring a wealth of practical, real-world knowledge to the academic environment.

What sets the University of Toronto SCS apart?

The Cyber Security Management certificate lays the foundation for getting you closer to the Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification by studying content that aligns with ISACA’s model curriculum. You will learn to develop and run cyber security programs. Offered in partnership with Trilogy Education, the school also has a part-time, 24-week, Cyber Security Bootcamp for learners interested in an accelerated format.

About York University School of Continuing Studies

Offering one of the largest rosters of continuing education programs in Canada, York University’s School of Continuing Studies provides specialized knowledge to professionals looking to augment their learning and build on practical work experience. The programs allow individuals to explore career options, prepare for promotion and stay on top of current trends in today’s job market.

What sets York University apart?

York’s two programs, the Certificate in Cybersecurity Fundamentals and the Certificate in Advanced Cybersecurity Fundamentals, can be taken separately on a part-time basis for five months or together part-time over 10 months. There is also an option to take the full-time Cyber Security intensive program over 12 weeks. The programs have credibility in the marketplace because the course is aligned with the eight domains of the CISSP body of knowledge.

Completing both programs will prepare you to present the CISSP examination and help you earn your designation.

About Conestoga College

Located in Kitchener, Ont., Conestoga College was established in 1967, and now serves approximately 23,000 registered students through campuses and training centres in Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph, Stratford, Ingersoll and Brantford and is a provincial leader in apprenticeship training. Continuing education programs attract approximately 30,000 enrolments each year.

What sets Conestoga College apart?

This fully online program is designed to give information and digital security professionals the ability to create and manage policy frameworks, standards and procedures, as well as mitigate risk, related to organizations’ most advanced cybersecurity needs. Graduates will attain the skills necessary to become analysts and security specialists in the cyber security profession. 

About Seneca College

With campuses throughout the Greater Toronto Area, Seneca’s size and diversity give students the advantage of partnerships with industry leaders, the latest in hands-on computer technology, a variety of class sizes, and full-time, part-time and continuing education options. Seneca also employs various methods of teaching – from in-class lectures and online learning to co-op and field placements – in programs related to applied arts, business, financial services and technology.

What sets Seneca apart?

As a graduate of this eight-month Ontario College Graduate certificate program, you will be equipped with industry best practices and skills in communication, information security, project management, problem-solving and more. The industry capstone project and optional work term will give you hands-on experience and position you for a career in one of the world’s fastest-growing fields. The program was developed in partnership with Toronto Finance International and its members, which include Canada’s big five banks.

About Centennial College

One of Canada’s oldest community colleges, Centennial has transformed itself over the last 50 years from a local college to a global career enabler, with a presence in China, India, South Korea and Brazil. The focus has always been on providing graduates with the skills to be ready for the job market whether in Canada or abroad. With four campuses across Toronto, the college offers flexibility in full and part-time learning both online and in-class.

What sets Centennial College apart?

Taught at the School of Engineering Technology and Applied Science, this full-time one-year graduate program in Cyber Security is completed over two semesters. To enhance your applied learning experience, you’ll learn current IT security tools, policies and techniques in a modern cybersecurity lab that was established in collaboration with the college’s industry partners.

About Toronto School of Management

Located in downtown Toronto, the Toronto School of Management brings together seasoned instructors and industry partners who strive to provide students with a solid basis of technical and soft skills to find employment in some of the fastest-growing companies in Canada.

About What sets Toronto School of Management apart?

The year-long Diploma in Cybersecurity Specialist includes a 240-hour co-op work placement at one of the school’s more than 100 workplace partners, ensuring that students get important on-the-job training and exposure to professionals who can teach them skills beyond the classroom. The program is powered by CompTIA, giving graduates the knowledge to build a solid foundation towards the Security+ certification.

About Humber College

Founded in 1967, Humber College is known for applying practical real-life learning, giving its students an excellent foundation to build their careers. Instructors work in the sectors they teach and give students not only foundational skills but insider knowledge on how to land their next job. Humber College is based in Toronto with three main campuses — Humber North campus, Lakeshore campus and Humber Orangeville.

What sets Humber apart?

Known for attracting instructors who are at the top of their profession, Humber brings together practical knowledge and skillful teachers. This program is currently led by a cybersecurity operational risk specialist from the financial sector who is focused on banking security and the protection of customer data, holding security industry certifications including CISSP, CRISC, CISA, and is trained as a Certified Ethical Hacker.

About BrainStation

Popular with busy professionals who want to add credentials and learn in a dynamic environment while continuing to work, BrainStation has been expanding its education platform since 2012, providing students hands-on learning for today’s fast-moving economy. Instructors are constantly developing the curriculum to meet real-world skills.

What sets BrainStation apart?

The school has a robust network of more than 1,000 hiring partners, giving students a distinct advantage when job hunting. The school also offers access to scholarships, often provided by organizations seeking to hire in the technology, financial and consulting sectors. Graduating students can have their capstone projects featured on the BrainStation website in an online student exhibit, and a Career Success team assists in résumé building and developing job interview skills. On average, 92 per cent of students in BrainStation’s full-time diploma programs find work within six months of graduation.

About SAIT

Established in 1916, The Southern Alberta Institute of Technology is a polytechnic institute in Calgary, Alta. The school offers more than 100 applied career programs in technology, trades and business, 1,300 continuing education courses and corporate training programs to more than 200 companies annually.

What sets SAIT apart?

The cybersecurity program prepares students for the security profession, providing courses that cover a variety of defensive and offensive tools while learning the fundamentals of networking, malware analysis, reverse engineering, forensics, social engineering and strategy. SAIT has a 92 per cent graduate job placement rate and the median starting salary for this program is $65,000.