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Cyber Risk Management Strategies

In this course, you’ll learn how to master advanced cyber risk management by applying structured threat modeling frameworks, quantifying business impacts, and designing strategic mitigation plans.

Ahmed Hassan
Ahmed Hassan
Cybersecurity | advanced | 8 hours 50 minutes |   Published: Oct 2025

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Overview

1KSTUDENTS*
97.8%RECOMMEND*

This course includes:

  • On-demand videos
  • Practice assessments
  • Multiple hands-on learning activities
  • Exposure to a real-world project
  • 100% self-paced learning opportunities
  • Certification of completion

Did you know that according to IBM’s Cost of a Data Breach Report (2024), the average cost of a cyberattack has soared to $4.45 million—with nearly 80% of breaches linked to unidentified or poorly mitigated risks? 

As organizations rapidly expand their digital ecosystems, the complexity, frequency, and severity of cyber threats continue to escalate. Traditional defence mechanisms are no longer enough. Firewalls and antivirus tools can’t compensate for inadequate risk visibility or reactive security policies. In this landscape, the key differentiator is a proactive, strategic approach to risk management—one that identifies vulnerabilities before attackers can exploit them. 

That’s where this advanced-level course comes in. 

“Cyber Risk Management Strategies” is a power-packed intensively designed for cybersecurity leaders, CISOs, risk consultants, IT managers, and GRC professionals who want to go beyond theory and master practical tools and frameworks for assessing and mitigating cyber risks. Whether you’re refining your organization’s risk posture or building risk management capabilities from the ground up, this course will give you the tools to lead with confidence. 

Skills You Will Gain

Cyber Risk Management
Cybersecurity Risk Assessment
Threat Modelling
Heat Map Risk Visualization
Cybersecurity Risk Analysis Skills

Learning Outcomes (At The End Of This Program, You Will Be Able To...)

  • Evaluate complex cybersecurity risks using advanced assessment methodologies. 
  • Apply threat modelling frameworks to enhance organizational risk management strategies. 
  • Formulate strategic response plans tailored to a variety of evolving threat scenarios. 
  • Create professional-grade risk visualizations and reports using heat maps and other analytical tools. 

Prerequisites

Learners should bring a foundational knowledge of cybersecurity concepts and a basic understanding of risk management principles to make the most of this course. Prior experience with security frameworks such as NIST CSF or ISO 27001 is preferred but not mandatory, as the course will reinforce and expand on these standards. A basic level of technical literacy—covering infrastructure, networks, systems, and applications—is recommended to support hands-on activities and practical exercises using common risk analysis and visualization tools.

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for cybersecurity professionals, consultants, and Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) who are responsible for safeguarding organizational assets and guiding strategic security decisions. It is also highly relevant for risk analysts and managers seeking to enhance their risk evaluation skills, IT managers and security operations leads aiming to strengthen resilience within their teams, and Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) specialists who need to integrate cybersecurity risks into broader organizational frameworks. Together, this diverse audience will benefit from the course’s focus on bridging technical risks with business-aligned strategies.

Curriculum

Instructors

*Where courses have been offered multiple times, the “# Students” includes all students who have enrolled. The “%Recommended” shown is also based on this data.
1Chapter 1: Introduction
2Chapter 2: Foundations of Cyber Risk
3Chapter 3: Risk Frameworks & Metrics
4Chapter 4: Defining Risk Appetite and Tolerance
5Chapter 5: Advanced Threat Modelling Techniques
6Chapter 6: STRIDE and DREAD in Action
7Chapter 7: PASTA and Threat Models
8Chapter 8: Assessing Cyber Risk Impact
9Chapter 9: Building and Prioritizing Risk 
10Chapter 10: Developing Response Strategies
11Chapter 11: The Value of Visualizing Risk
12Chapter 12: Creating and Presenting Risk Heat Maps
13Chapter 13: Reporting Cyber Risk to Executives

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Segment 00: Reading - Welcome to the Course: Course Overview

Segment 01: Intro Video to Course

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Segment 02: Chapter Introduction

Segment 03: What Is Cyber Risk & Why It Matters

Segment 04: Common Cyber Risk Categories & Their Impact

Segment 05: Case Study: What Went Wrong

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Segment 06: Understanding the FAIR Risk Model

Segment 07: Understanding and Applying the NIST RMF with Excel

Segment 08: Understanding Likelihood, Impact, and Exposure

Segment 09: Reading - A Complete Guide to the NIST Risk Management Framework

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Segment 10: Risk Appetite vs. Risk Tolerance

Segment 11: Setting Thresholds for Cyber Risk

Segment 12: Applying Thresholds to Decisions

Segment 13: Hands-On-Learning - Define Cyber Risk Tolerance Thresholds

Segment 14: Quiz - Mastering Advanced Cyber Risk Assessment

Ahmed Hassan

Ahmed Hassan

Ahmed is a seasoned consultant and expert trainer with over 30 years of management experience across diverse sectors, including financial services, manufacturing, retail, logistics, and IT. He is deeply passionate about integrating strategy, project management, and change management to drive business transformation. His international exposure across MENA, Europe, and the USA has enriched his understanding of various cultural dynamics, enabling him to tailor his approach to meet the unique needs of different organizations. With a strong background in leadership and strategic management, he has consistently helped businesses align their projects and programs with overarching strategic goals, ensuring maximum benefits and return on investment. Throughout his career, Ahmed has held significant leadership roles, notably serving as Senior Deputy General Manager for Strategy and Change Management at one of Egypt’s largest banks. In this capacity, he was instrumental in establishing the bank's strategic management framework, leading major transformation initiatives, and implementing project management methodologies to enhance operational efficiency. A firm believer in the power of knowledge sharing, he has taken on various voluntary leadership positions within the Project Management Institute (PMI) and currently serves as the Knowledge Management Lead for the Financial Services Community of Practice, fostering a collaborative environment for professionals in the field. Beyond his extensive professional experience, Ahmed is a passionate speaker and coach, frequently sharing insights on leadership, project management, and change management at global congresses. His educational background includes an MBA in International Business, a BSc in Computer Engineering, and multiple certifications in project and change management, all of which complement his practical expertise. Dedicated to empowering the next generation of leaders and project managers, he equips them with the tools and insights necessary to navigate the complexities of today’s business landscape.
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Segment 48: Communicating Risk to Executives

Segment 49: Assembling a Risk Report

Segment 50: Structuring Reports for Impact

Segment 51: Reading - How to Use Risk Visualizations to Improve Data-Driven Decision-Making

Segment 52: Hands-On-Learning - Create and Present a Cyber Risk Heat Map

Segment 54: Course Wrap-up Video

Segment 54: Project - Cyber Risk Management in Action: From Threat to Response

Segment 53: Quiz - Risk Visualization and Executive Reporting

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Segment 45: Heat Map Generator Walkthrough

Segment 46: Interpreting Heat Map Outcomes

Segment 47: Visual Dashboards for Risks

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Segment 15: Chapter Introduction

Segment 16: Why Threat Modelling Matters

Segment 17: Key Components of a Threat Model

Segment 18: When to Use Threat Modelling

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Segment 28: Chapter Introduction

Segment 29: Impact Assessment Fundamentals

Segment 30: Qualitative vs. Quantitative

Segment 31: Cyber Risk Analysis in Action

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Segment 19: STRIDE Framework Walkthrough

Segment 20: DREAD Risk Scoring in Excel

Segment 21: Applying STRIDE & DREAD Together

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Segment 32: Building a Risk Matrix

Segment 33: Evaluating Risk Scenarios

Segment 34: Reporting Matrix Insights

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Segment 35: Risk Response Options

Segment 36: Planning Risk Mitigations

Segment 37: Aligning Risk Actions with Business Goals

Segment 38: Reading - Why Every Business Needs a Cyber Incident Response Plan

Segment 39: Hands-On-Learning - Design Your Cyber Risk Response Plan in ClickUp

Segment 40: Quiz - Cyber Risk Evaluation and Response Planning

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Segment 41: Chapter Introduction

Segment 42: Why Visualize Risks

Segment 43: Choosing the Right Visuals

Segment 44: Mapping Risk to Messaging

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Segment 22: What is PASTA

Segment 23: Applying PASTA to a Sample Case

Segment 24: STRIDE vs. DREAD vs. PASTA

Segment 25: Reading - Comparison of STRIDE, DREAD, and PASTA

Segment 26: Hands-On-Learning - Build Your Own Threat Model: STRIDE & DREAD in Action

Segment 27: Quiz - Threat Modelling for Risk Identification