Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Graduate Certificate at Harvard University

Develop the skills to manage cyber risk, navigate regulations, and lead compliance programs in today’s complex security landscape. The Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Compliance Graduate Certificate develops your command of the policies, frameworks, and regulatory landscape that guide organizational cybersecurity strategy.

Faculty: Harvard Extension School (Division of Continuing Education)  |  Duration: 4 Online Courses; Finish in 8 Months – 3 Years  |  Study mode: online  |  Intake: Spring 2027  |  Location: Cambridge, MA, United States

What you will study

The Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Graduate Certificate includes four online courses: CSCI 159 Introduction to Cybersecurity.

Career pathways

Organizations across industries are prioritizing cybersecurity governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance as threats grow and regulations evolve. This certificate equips you to work across a variety of sectors — including finance, healthcare, technology, and government — in roles like:

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