Applied Cyber Risk Management Course | MAGES Institute

Applied Cyber Risk Management

Duration: 23 Hrs Lecture and 1 Hr of Assessment
Course Start Date : 31st-Oct-2026

Grants Available For SG/PR*

Designed for beginner to intermediate professionals.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

This course equips professionals with practical knowledge and tools to identify, assess, and mitigate cybersecurity risks—specifically in the context of the Cyber Essentials Mark framework.

 

Tailored for SMEs and non-technical teams, the course demystifies key risk domains, threat vectors, and mitigation strategies using relatable business scenarios.

We will be covering the threat landscape & adversary tactics delve deep into the 5 pillars of Cyber Essentials mark:

 

1. Assets – People, Hardware and Software, Data
2. Secure/Protect – Virus/Malware Protection, Access Control, Secure Configuration
3. Update – Software Updates
4. Backup – Back Up Essential Data
5. Respond – Incident Response

 

Finally, the learner shall be familiar with the Cyber Essential mark self-assessment template and certification document, and how to get certified by the certification bodies appointed by CSA.

DURATION: 23 Hrs Lecture and 1 Hr of Assessment

GRANTS AVAILABLE: SWDA, SFC, PSEA, UTAP

COURSE CODE: TGS-2025060919

MODE OF DELIVERY: Classroom Facilitated Training

MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION AND ASSESSMENT: Assignments, Written Exam, Project

COURSE START DATE: 31st-October-2026

SOFTWARE TAUGHT: Open Office, AI Tools (ChatGPT, Gemini etc.)

HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS: Windows/Mac Laptop no older than 2017

AWARD: Statement of Attainment and Certificate of Completion

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must be at least 18 years old with N Level education, English proficiency, and WPLN Level 6 or above. Basic computer skills and ability to use word processing and presentation software are required; no prior work experience needed.

INSTRUCTORS

Rajesh Chakravarthy has worked in digital art and design for the past 18 years (stationed as an educator within various creative media and tech schools for 9 of those years) and is a veteran AR/VR developer and an Unreal Engine Authorised Instructor.  His leadership has led many students to successful careers within prominent companies around the globe. Rajesh’s research and hard work has made great strides in Augmented and Virtual Reality, as he intersects design, technology, and business through his many ventures in prototyping and education.

With more than 18-year background in digital art, Rajesh Chakravarthy, an AR/VR expert and authorized Unreal Engine Instructor, spent 9+ years as an educator. His leadership resulted in students securing roles in global companies.
Rajesh’s pioneering work in AR/VR, blending design, tech, and business, is evident in his prototyping and educational endeavours.

Rajesh Chakravarthy

Academic Director | Unreal Engine Authorised Instructor

With over 25 years of working experience, in companies such as ICONIX International and Delcan Corporation in Toronto, Canada. Thomas has played a key role in developing the Automatic Fare Collection System for the Taiwan High Speed Rail in Taipei. His significant experience in the IT industry enriches both his industrial training and his academic teaching. He has teaching experience in subjects like Games Programming at various Singaporean institutions.

With over 25 years of working experience, in companies such as ICONIX International and Delcan Corporation in Toronto, Canada. Thomas has played a key role in developing the Automatic Fare Collection System for the Taiwan High Speed Rail in Taipei. His significant experience in the IT industry enriches both his industrial training and his academic teaching. He has teaching experience in subjects like Games Programming at various Singaporean institutions.

Thomas O’Dell

Adjunct Lecturer

A visionary in Cybersecurity and AI, Steve transforms complex tech into business innovation. With 28+ years of leadership across cybersecurity, generative AI, and cloud computing, he blends deep technical expertise with strategic insight.

As Founder of SporeX.AI, he pioneers scalable AI-driven cybersecurity solutions, including the GPT-powered MITRE ATT&CK Copilot presented at the 2024 Asia Pacific ATT&CK Workshop. An alumnus of NUS Business School and Quantic, Steve stands for clarity, conviction, and innovation in every venture.

A visionary in Cybersecurity and AI, Steve transforms complex tech into business innovation. With 28+ years of leadership across cybersecurity, generative AI, and cloud computing, he blends deep technical expertise with strategic insight.

As Founder of SporeX.AI, he pioneers scalable AI-driven cybersecurity solutions, including the GPT-powered MITRE ATT&CK Copilot presented at the 2024 Asia Pacific ATT&CK Workshop. An alumnus of NUS Business School and Quantic, Steve stands for clarity, conviction, and innovation in every venture.

Steve Ng

Cybersecurity Specialist & Programme Mentor

Nanda has a remarkable experience in the IT industry and the education industry specially in the field of 3D Graphic Animation, Game Programming and Game Development & Design. Nanda is a Unity Certified Developer and also an Unreal Engine Authorised Instructor, in addition to having certification from Microsoft and Oracle. Nanda has working experience in United States, India and Singapore. With his excellent communication and interpersonal skills, he proves to be a truly commendable and valuable lecturer for MAGES.

Nanda has a remarkable experience in the IT industry and the education industry specially in the field of 3D Graphic Animation, Game Programming and Game Development & Design. Nanda is a Unity Certified Developer and also an Unreal Engine Authorised Instructor, in addition to having certification from Microsoft and Oracle. Nanda has working experience in United States, India and Singapore. With his excellent communication and interpersonal skills, he proves to be a truly commendable and valuable lecturer for MAGES.

Nanda Ye Aung

Lecturer | Unreal Engine Authorised Trainer

TOPICS COVERED

The Modern Threat Landscape and Risk Assessment

Analyse the evolving cyber threat landscape and assess risks using structured frameworks and organisational insights.

T1: Understanding Modern Cyber Adversaries

T2:  Applying Cyber Risk Assessment Techniques

T3: Translating Business Insights into Cyber Risk

 

Protecting and Securing Your Assets

Apply core cybersecurity controls-including access management, malware protection, and secure configurations.

T4: Managing and Securing Digital Asset

Maintaining Defenses and Responding to Incidents

Implement patch management, layered defense, and incident response strategies to reduce vulnerabilities and respond effectively to cyber threats.

T7: Proactive Patch Management

LEARNING OUTCOMES
  • Analyse the modern cyber threat landscape and assess how adversaries exploit vulnerabilities, applying this understanding to perform informed risk assessments.
  • Apply core cybersecurity controls—including access management, malware protection, secure configurations, and asset oversight—to strengthen organisational security.
  • Implement resilience strategies through systematic patch management and data backup processes that mitigate both cyber and physical disruptions.
  • Develop and activate an incident response plan to detect, respond to, and recover from common cyber incidents, in alignment with CSA’s Cyber Essentials framework.
Fees
Singaporeans 21 to 39 Yrs
Course Fee (Inclusive 9% of GST)
$1962.00
SWDA Grant @ 50%
$900.00
SFC (Based on Available Bal.)
-
PSEA (Based on Eligibility & Availability)
-
Amount Payable
$1062.00
Singaporeans 40 Yrs & Above
Course Fee (Inclusive 9% of GST)
$1962.00
SWDA Grant @ 70%
$1260.00
SFC (Based on Available Bal.)
-
PSEA (Based on Eligibility & Availability)
-
Amount Payable
$702.00
Permanent Residents (PR)
Course Fee (Inclusive 9% of GST)
$1962.00
SWDA Grant @ 70%
$1260.00
SFC (Based on Available Bal.)
-
PSEA (Based on Eligibility & Availability)
-
Amount Payable
$702.00
Company Sponsorship Available (SMEs, MNCs, Government Agencies)
SFEC Grant Claimable (for eligible companies)
Customised Private Class Proposals Available to Suit Your Company’s Needs and Learning Outcomes
SFC
All Singaporeans aged 25 years and above can use their Skills Future Credit to fully offset the remaining fees. Please check your Skills Future Credit balance before applying.
PSEA
All Singaporeans can utilise their Post Secondary Education Fund for payment of course fees upto the age of 31. More information can be found HERE
SFEC
SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC) is a government grant that helps eligible Singapore companies offset up to 90% of out-of-pocket costs for enterprise and workforce transformation. It supports approved training programmes, job redesign, consultancy, and productivity projects.

More info:
SkillsFuture Singapore (SFEC page)
Business Grants Portal (BGP)

FAQs

Who is this course suitable for?

This course is suitable for SMEs, business owners, managers, operations teams, IT support personnel and professionals responsible for managing cybersecurity risks within their organisation.

Do I need technical or cybersecurity experience?

No advanced technical knowledge is required. The course uses practical business scenarios to make cybersecurity risk management accessible to both technical and non-technical professionals.

What areas of the Cyber Essentials Mark does the course cover?

The course covers the five key areas: Assets, Secure/Protect, Update, Backup and Respond, including asset management, access control, malware protection, software updates, backups and incident response.

Will this course help my organisation prepare for Cyber Essentials certification?

Yes. You will become familiar with the Cyber Essentials Mark self-assessment, certification requirements and the process of working towards certification through CSA-appointed certification bodies.

What will I be able to implement after completing the course?

You will be able to conduct cyber risk assessments, identify and secure critical assets, strengthen cybersecurity controls, establish patching and backup practices, and develop an incident response plan aligned with the Cyber Essentials framework.

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