AI & Cybersecurity Online Course
Master AI security and protect your data. Learn how to defend against prompt injection, secure LLM applications, and implement an end-to-end Secure AI System Development Guideline.
Artificial Intelligence is changing the world at a breakneck pace, but with massive capability comes massive risk. As organizations rush to integrate Large Language Models (LLMs) and automated workflows, security vulnerabilities are emerging faster than traditional frameworks can handle.
AI & Cyber Security is a comprehensive, executive-to-technical training program designed to help leaders, developers, and security professionals build, deploy, and manage AI systems without exposing sensitive data or opening the door to malicious actors.
AI & Cybersecurity Training Program Covers:
1. AI Fundamentals & Organizational Security
- Demystifying AI: Understand exactly what AI is, how it works under the hood, and why it is driving unprecedented global interest.
- Leadership Blueprints: Learn how leadership can actively ensure secure AI development and discover the critical questions you must ask to evaluate your organization's current AI posture.
2. LLMs, ChatGPT, and Data Privacy
- The LLM Landscape: Deep dive into ChatGPT and Large Language Models—exploring how they process data and where they present unique systemic vulnerabilities.
- Data Protection: Answer the ultimate privacy question: Could LLMs expose corporate data? Master the strategies required to share information with an LLM safely, mitigating privacy and security risks.
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The Adversarial Threat: Analyze how cybercriminals are leveraging LLMs to scale and refine their operations, and learn how to defend against them.
3. Vulnerabilities, Exploits, and Threat Modeling
- The New Frontier of Exploits: Explore the mechanics of Prompt Injection—and discover why it poses an entirely different, potentially worse threat than classic SQL injection.
- Defensive Engineering: Gain actionable insights into building secure applications on top of LLMs, rethink traditional vulnerability disclosures for AI safeguards, and implement a robust AI Cyber Threat Assessment Model.
4. The Secure AI System Development Guideline
- End-to-End Governance: Dive deep into a dedicated framework for secure AI architecture, clarifying exactly who bears responsibility for secure AI development within a modern enterprise.
- Lifecycle Stages: Walk through a rigorous, four-stage framework covering:
- Stage I: Secure Design
- Stage II: Secure Development
- Stage III: Secure Deployment
- Stage IV: Secure Operation and Maintenance
What You Earn
Certificate of Completion
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Program Curriculum
- Welcome to SFBS! (1:22)
- How to utilize this AI & Cyber Security Training Program
- What is AI? (2:12)
- How Does AI Work? (1:22)
- Why is AI attracting so much broad interest? (2:03)
- Which cybersecurity vulnerabilities may emerge when utilizing AI (1:52)
- How Leaders Can Ensure Secure AI Development (2:08)
- Questions to ask to evaluate your organization's AI systems (1:38)
- Be careful when you're building things on top of LLMs (6:56)
- Prompt Injection May Be Worse Than SQL Injection (2:07)
- Isn’t this just injection (4:13)
- How to Build a Secure AI System (6:54)
- Rethinking vulnerability disclosure for AI safeguards (11:55)
- Considering About AI System Security (8:49)
- A Model on AI Cyber Threat Assessment (10:55)
- Secure AI System Development Guideline (4:35)
- Overview of Guideline (2:29)
- Why is AI security different? (2:48)
- Who is responsible for Secure AI Development? (2:20)
- Stage I - Secure Design (8:02)
- Stage II - Secure Development (4:33)
- Stage III - Secure Deployment (5:24)
- Stage IV - Secure Operation and Maintenance (3:02)
As an IT Tech Lead with 7 years of experience, I needed a course that skipped the absolute basics of 'What is AI' and focused heavily on real-world engineering safeguards.
The modules on secure deployment and operations are incredibly robust. It gave me the exact tools and confidence I needed to oversee our company’s transition to AI-driven workflows safely.
— Julian Kross, IT Systems Team Lead
You can see other reviews on our Google and Trustpilot pages.
30 Days Money Back Guarantee
San Francisco Business School is proud to offer a 30-day money-back guarantee with no questions asked.
After the 30-day period, you will not be able to get a full refund, but you may cancel the subscription any time you like.
To be eligible for a refund, you must not exceed 10% of the program you attended.
Our overall full refund rate is 0.29%
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Who Should Attend?
- Security Professionals & CISOs - looking to update their defense strategies for an AI-driven threat landscape.
- Software Engineers & AI Developers - building applications on top of LLMs who need to prevent injection vulnerabilities.
- Business Leaders & Tech Entrepreneurs - who want to leverage AI productivity gains without compromising proprietary data or organizational compliance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is covered in the AI and Cybersecurity Training Program?
The program has four sections.
- Introduction to AI & Cybersecurity
- Understanding LLMs and Information Security
- AI Security and Threat Assessment
- Guidelines for Secure AI
What are the eligibility criteria for this AI and Cybersecurity Certification Program?
There is no eligible criteria to enroll. However, the program is best suited for:
- Busy, ambitious professionals looking to advance their leadership and technical capabilities while on the job
- Individual contributors and managers in organizations who are keen to add value to their team and the organization
- Early and mid-career engineering, science, and research professionals
What should I expect from this AI and Cybersecurity Certification Training Program?
As a part of the AI and Cybersecurity training, you will receive the following:
- Professional certificate of completion from San Francisco Business School
- Connect with an international community of professionals
- Letter of enrollment (available on request)
What certificate will I receive?
You will receive a “Certificate of Graduation” from San Francisco Business School upon completing this AI and Cybersecurity Online Training program. No grades are assigned for the AI and Cybersecurity Training Program. Participants will either be evaluated as complete or not complete. Completing 100% of the material will grant participants a “Certificate of Graduation”.
What are the benefits of obtaining an AI certification?
An AI and Cybersecurity certification can provide you with a solid foundation in the principles of effective AI and system development in a secure way. It can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a more effective professional in an organization. A certificate can also enhance your career prospects and earning potential.
What are the course materials for the AI and Cybersecurity Online Training Program?
Upon registration and payment for the program, you will have complete access to the course materials. Course materials cover downloadable handouts, cheat sheets, case studies, video lectures, quizzes and more.
How should I list the AI and Cybersecurity certificate on my resume?
Once you've earned your Certificate of Graduation, list it on your resume along with the date of completion:
San Francisco Business School
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List your certificate on your LinkedIn profile under "Education" with the language from the Credential Verification page:
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AI and Cybersecurity Course is a 20-hour online certificate program from San Francisco Business School. The AI and Cybersecurity program is designed to master AI security and protect your data. Learn how to defend against prompt injection, secure LLM applications, and implement an end-to-end Secure AI System Development Guideline. Enroll in the ultimate AI & Cyber Security course today.
How are SFBS Online courses delivered?
We offer 100% online and self-paced programs on the San Francisco Business School Online course platform.
Our platform features highly produced videos of SFBS faculty and guest business experts, interactive graphs and exercises, case studies from real companies, and opportunities to contribute to a vibrant online community.
Are SFBS Online programs available in languages other than English?
We expect to offer our courses in additional languages in the future but, at this time, our programs can only be provided in English.
All course content is delivered in written English. Closed captioning in English is available for all videos. There are no live interactions during the course that require the learner to speak English. Coursework must be completed in English.
Do I need to come to campus to participate in San Francisco Business School programs?
No, all of our programs are 100% online, self-paced, and available to participants regardless of their location.
How do I enroll in a course?
San Francisco Business School does not have any prerequisite for learners to attend the programs. Although SFBS does not have any requirements, we recommend that learners have a few years of professional experience to attend our programs. Our target audience is mid-senior-level professionals, managers, and leaders.
Does San Francisco Business School offer an online MBA?
Yes, San Francisco Business School offers an online MBA program. Our MBA program covers the following business certificate programs.
- Executive Leadership
- Strategy Creation & Execution
- Marketing Strategy
- Decision Making
- Problem-Solving
- Project Management
- Schedule Management
- Stress Management
- Communication Management
What are my payment options?
We accept payments via credit card. Some learners may qualify for scholarships or financial aid, which will be credited against the Program Fee before payment. Your scholarship or financial aid may be applied to your transaction upon purchase as well.
In all cases, net Program Fees must be paid in full (in US Dollars) to complete registration before attending the program.
What are the policies for refunds and deferrals?
San Francisco Business School is proud to offer a 30-day money-back guarantee with no questions asked. After the 30-day period, you will not be able to get a full refund, but you may cancel the subscription any time you like.
To be eligible for a refund, you must not exceed 10% of the program you attended. Our overall full refund rate is 0.29%.