~ The programme features a 6+6 India-Italy model,
combining technical expertise with strategic business skills.
~ Applications open till 31st August 2026
Sehore: With organisations worldwide facing a growing shortage of
cybersecurity professionals, VIT Bhopal University is currently accepting
applications for its inaugural International Master in Cybersecurity
Management, a 12-month postgraduate programme developed in collaboration with
POLIMI Graduate School of Management (GSoM), Milan. Built around a distinctive
6+6 India-Italy model, the programme takes students from technical foundations
in India to strategic business and management learning in Italy.
Students spend
their first six months at the cutting-edge VIT Bhopal campus in India building
a robust technical foundation, followed by six months at the prestigious POLIMI
Graduate School of Management (GSoM) in Milan, Italy, to connect technology
with strategic business insights. The programme combines academic excellence,
cross-cultural exposure, and industry-oriented learning to prepare graduates
for careers in the rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape.
Upon successful
completion of the programme, graduates will receive a Master’s Diploma from
POLIMI GSoM and VIT Bhopal, alongside a 1st Level University Specialising
Master’s Degree from Politecnico di Milano, recognising their specialised
expertise in cybersecurity management, complemented by a curated global
academic exposure.
The curriculum
integrates technical expertise with business and management education. Students
gain knowledge in areas including cybersecurity, cyber risk management,
governance and compliance, digital innovation, cyber threat analysis, digital
forensics, penetration testing, software vulnerability testing, business
continuity, and strategic decision-making. The programme also includes a final internship or company project, enabling
students to work on real-world business challenges and develop practical
industry experience.
Speaking about
the launch, Dr. Ajay Kumar Phulre, Assistant
Professor, VIT Bhopal University, said: "Cybersecurity
has become one of the most critical priorities for organisations across the
world. This partnership with POLIMI GSoM provides our students with
unprecedented access to international education, modern teaching methodologies,
and global industry connections. By combining technical knowledge with business
management, we are preparing graduates to lead in today’s complex digital
landscape.”
With Politecnico di Milano ranked 18th globally and holding Triple Crown
accreditation, and VIT Bhopal bringing its strong foundation in technology
education, and IT
sector placements, the programme offers
students an international academic experience spanning India and Europe. The programme prepares students to
become Security Operations Centre Managers, Security Architects, ICT Security
Specialists, and Cybersecurity Managers, among other roles.
Applications are open for the September 2026 intake until 31
August 2026.
Graduates and final-year students from Engineering, Computer
Science, Information Technology, BCA, B.Sc. Computer Science/IT and related
disciplines are eligible to apply. The programme is delivered in English, and
the admission process includes online application, document verification and
academic evaluation.
More details on the programme here: https://vitbhopal.ac.in/international-master-in-cybersecurity-management/