Short course · Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity Awareness for Individuals and SMEs
Recognise the threats that most often hit individuals and small businesses, and the simple habits that stop them.
You will be able to: Spot common scams and attacks, and put basic protections in place for yourself and your team.
What you will cover
Course outline
Every module includes lessons, written notes, practical exercises and a knowledge check.
- How attacks on small businesses happen
- Phishing, scams and social engineering
- Passwords, MFA and account security
- Protecting devices and data
- What to do when something goes wrong
Before you enrol
Everything you need to know
- Study time
- About 4 hours in total. Learn in one sitting or over a few days.
- Prerequisites
- None. Basic computer and internet skills are enough.
- Tools you need
- A computer or laptop with a modern web browser and a reliable internet connection.
- Assessment
- Knowledge checks in each section and a final assessment.
- Certificate
- Complete all required lessons and pass the final assessment with at least 70%. You then receive a verifiable Elnux Academy certificate of completion.
- Access
- 6 months from enrolment, on any device.
Bundle and save
Digital Business Starter Pack: GH₵699
The four short courses most business owners start with, together for less. Separately: GH₵1,046.
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