Updated in May 2025.

This course now features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. Gain a competitive edge in the field of cybersecurity with this comprehensive Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) course. Designed to elevate your expertise, this course offers an in-depth exploration of critical information security management practices. You'll learn to integrate security governance, manage risks effectively, develop robust security programs, and handle incidents with precision—all aligned with the CISM certification. Your journey begins with Information Security Governance, where you'll explore the foundations of integrating security practices into organizational policies, cultivating culture, and ensuring compliance with legal frameworks. Progressing through Information Security Risk Management, you’ll dive into assessing vulnerabilities, analyzing risks, and implementing risk treatment strategies to mitigate emerging threats. The course also covers the design and execution of Information Security Programs, detailing how to classify assets, define policies, and establish secure operational frameworks. Finally, the Incident Management module equips you with essential skills in response planning, business continuity, disaster recovery, and post-incident analysis, ensuring you are prepared to lead in crisis scenarios. This course is ideal for IT professionals, security managers, and those aspiring to earn the prestigious CISM certification. While prior experience in IT security or governance is helpful, the course is structured to support learners at an intermediate level, ensuring a balance of foundational knowledge and advanced insights.