CISMP Training Course

This CISMP classroom training course provides a comprehensive foundation-level education in risk management, technical controls, legal frameworks, physical security, international standards and business continuity, including: 

• The concepts relating to information security management, including: confidentiality, integrity and availability (CIA); vulnerabilities and threats; risks; and countermeasures;

• The current national legislation and regulations that affect information security management;

• The current national and international standards (such as ISO 27001), frameworks and organisations that facilitate the management of information security;

• The current business and common technical environments in which information security management has to operate; and

• The categorisation, operation and effectiveness of controls of different types and characteristics.

Successful completion of this five-day course, which includes an examination, results in the Certificate in Information Security Management Principles (CISMP), awarded by BCS Professional Certification (ISEB).

Training course outline

CISMP is an established and internationally recognised Foundation-level qualification that demonstrates a good knowledge of information security management.

This training course:

• Is accredited by The Chartered Institute for IT (BCS).
• Delivered by an experienced cyber security consultant.
• Prepares you for the CISMP exam – held on the final day of the course.
• Enables you to put your new knowledge and skills to work instantly.
• Acknowledged across the UK and is approved by the government in the Certified Professional (CCP) training scheme.

CISMP training course benefits

Comply with government requirements

CISMP is acknowledged across the UK and is approved by the UK Government in the CCP scheme

Delivered by professionals

This five-day CISMP course will be delivered by an experienced cyber security consultant

A complete introduction to BCS

You’ll receive detailed instruction in all the areas of the BCS syllabus, preparing you for the CISMP exam

Learn from anywhere

Choose whether you attend Live Online or in person at one of our training venues throughout the UK

Who should attend this course?

IT professionals who wish to develop a career in information security management. Existing IT managers who want to enhance their information security knowledge to ensure that information security management and controls are adequately implemented in their organisation

  GRC Consultant

  IT/ Information Security Manager

  IT/ Information Security analyst

  Director
  IT Manager

  Project Manager

  Consultant

  Infrastructure engineer

Why choose US for your training needs?

• Pass first time or train again for free – we have trained more than 17,000 people and we’re confident you’ll pass with us first time. If you don’t, we’ll train you again for free.*
• Maximise time effectiveness – reduce unnecessary time away from the office with a comprehensive revision programme that is proven to be considerably more effective than self-study preparation.
• We’re acknowledged leaders in ISO 27001, information security, GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and business continuity management training.
• Trained by industry experts – our trainers are working consultants with years of practical, hands-on experience.
• Learn from anywhere – as a company that fully embraces flexible and remote working, we have adjusted our delivery methods to allow you to learn from anywhere. Our Classroom / Live Online delivery option enables you to attend either in person or online.
• Access your training anywhere – all our course materials are provided as a digital copy, allowing you to access them anywhere and at any time. Documents will be made available 20 days before your course.
• Business solutions to suit you – whether you’re a multinational wanting us to manage all your training needs or a small business wishing to boost your workforce skills, we offer a range of training solutions.

What does this training course cover?

Attendees gain a solid understanding of risk management, technical controls, legal frameworks, physical security, international standards and business continuity, including:

• The concepts relating to information security management, including: confidentiality, integrity and availability (CIA); vulnerabilities and threats; risks; and countermeasures;
• The current national legislation and regulations that affect information security management;
• The current national and international standards (such as ISO 27001), frameworks and organisations that facilitate the management of information security;
• The current business and common technical environments in which information security management has to operate; and
• The categorisation, operation and effectiveness of controls of different types and characteristics

Course agenda:

• Needs and risk - including concepts, definitions and risk management
• Corporate governance - including organisation and responsibility, policies standard and processes, forensics and cryptography
• IT and technical - including malware, IT infrastructure and testing audit and review
• Regulatory - including standard, system development and support, BCM and legal
• People and training

What’s included in this course?

• Full course materials (digital copy provided as a PDF file);
• A professional training venue with lunch and refreshments;
• The BCS Information Security Management Principles - Third Edition textbook;
• The BCS Foundation Certificate in Information Security Management Principles exam; and
• A certificate of attendance

What equipment do I need?

You will need a laptop for the duration of your course as our course materials are provided as a PDF with comments enabled

Course duration and times

Day 1: 9:30am – 5:00pm
Day 2: 9:30am – 5:00pm
Day 3: 9:30am – 5:00pm
Day 4: 9:30am – 5:00pm
Day 5: 9:30am – 3:00pm

Are there any prerequisites for this course?

Although there are no formal entry requirements, we assume that all attendees have some IT knowledge

CISMP exam

IT Governance is a BCS Accredited Training Partner and is authorised to manage the exam for the BCS Foundation Certificate in Information Security Management Principles.

The exam is taken via the BCS E-Professional Portal at the end of day 5. Candidates need to achieve a minimum of 65 out of 100 to pass, and 80 out of 100 to gain a distinction.

• Delivery method: Online
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Questions: 100
• Format: Multiple choice
• Pass mark: 65%

What qualifications will I receive?

BCS Foundation Certificate in Information Security Management Principles (CISMP).

This qualification is recognised across the UK as an essential first step on the ladder to a successful information security career and is approved by the UK government and the MOD in the CCP scheme

How will I receive my exam results and certificates?

• Provisional exam results will be available immediately on completion of the exam. Confirmed exam results will be issued within ten working days from the date of the exam.
• Certificates for those who have achieved a passing grade will be issued within ten working days from the date of the exam
• Results notifications and certificates are sent directly to candidates by the relevant exam board in electronic format; please note that hard copy exam certificates are not issued

How will I receive my exam results and certificates?

Provisional exam results will be available immediately on completion of the exam. Confirmed exam results will be issued within ten working days from the date of the exam

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