Cybersecurity Governance for Board Members

Cybersecurity For Leaders

A cyber threat can change everything, from how an organization operates to its reputation and trust. When a cyber incident occurs, employees and businesses look to the board for answers.

The Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business is proud to offer Cybersecurity for Leaders, a course designed to equip aspiring and current leaders, lawyers, consultants, and more with the tools, essential language, and strategies to protect their organizations from evolving cyber threats.

The two-day course is developed by renowned faculty and industry experts in cybersecurity, data privacy, and corporate governance and teaches participants how to leverage their existing business and risk management skills to oversee cybersecurity.

Course at a Glance

Dates October 23 – 24, 2025

Format

On-campus at the Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business

Cost

$4,700

Registration Deadline October 16, 2025

97% of organizations have gaps in cloud risk management (PwC).

74% of organizations say insider attacks have become more frequent (Cybersecurity Insiders).

Learn About Cyber Risks Before They Become Business Risks

How You Will Benefit

• Develop critical insights and practical skills to fulfill governance roles more effectively concerning cybersecurity.

• Gain an understanding of how to navigate and manage cybersecurity risks.

• Enhance your ability to protect an organization’s digital assets, comply with regulatory standards, and safeguard shareholder value.

• Learn to mitigate personal liability in case of cybersecurity incidents.

Who Should Attend

• Directors from various sectors who oversee cybersecurity risk management.

• Sitting and aspiring board members

• CEO, CFO, CIO, COO, CMO, CTO, senior vice president, vice president, chairperson, and vice chairperson roles

• Lawyers, consultants, board advisors, and auditors who oversee an organization’s cybersecurity

Contact the Executive Education Program Office: execed@scheller.gatech.edu