“Strong cybersecurity posture can be a competitive differentiator.”
Cybersecurity Management
Leading secure and resilient digital organizations
Next Edition
20 of january, 2027duration
1 year (60 ECTS)language
Englishinvestment
7500€Mode of study
On campus/OnlineWhy this program?
- Cybersecurity as a Leadership Priority: The program prepares leaders to shape cyber-aware cultures, influence stakeholders, and manage the human factors behind digital risk.
- Managerial and Strategic Focus: The program equips leaders to embed cybersecurity in strategy, govern risk, communicate with boards, and drive transformation — graduating ready to lead enterprise-wide cybersecurity.
- Regulatory and Policy Insight: As regulation intensifies, leaders need clarity on GDPR, DORA, NIS2, the AI Act, ISO 27001 and NIST. The program turns this complexity into strategic value.
- Real-World, Applied Learning: Through cases, simulations and decision labs, participants work on real organizational challenges — from incidents and crises to governance dilemmas — building confidence in complex decision-making.
- A Global, Multidisciplinary Cohort:Executives from diverse sectors and regions learn together in a program built for a global context, available in both in-person and online formats.
Mentorship from Industry Experts
The ‘Mentorship from Industry Experts’ is an initiative designed to enrich the educational journey of our students. How? By pairing students with experienced professionals, offering a unique opportunity for personal and professional development.
Nuno Medeiros, Associate Director – IT/OT Strategy and Cybersecurity & CISO at E-REDES and Instructor at the Executive Master on Cybersecurity Management, assumes the position of Head of this pioneering initiative.
Meet the Mentors
Nuno Medeiros | CISO, E-REDES || Paulo Moniz | CISO, EDP || Pedro Rodrigues | CISO, Banco de Portugal || Inês Antas de Barros | Sócio Ciber & D. Protection, Vieira de Almeida || Sérgio Martins | Partner Advisory Cyber Security, KPMG || António Bacalhau | Associate Director – Security Lead, Accenture || Nuno Neves, CISO, Associação Nacional de Farmácias || Sérgio Trindade, EPAL, Grupo AdP || Rui Shantial| CEO, Integrity by Devoteam Carla Zibreira | Digital Trust – Business Unit Director, Axians || Rafael Aranha, CISO, REN || Nuno Baptista, CISO, TAP || Luís Morais, CISO, Galp || David Grave, Diretor Cibersegurança, Claranet || Frederico Moura, CISO, BPI || Luís Valente, Cybersecurity Manager, Sonae || Pedro Zeferino, CISO, NOS
For whom?
This program is designed for global professionals who influence cybersecurity and digital risk decisions, including:
- Executives and managers in governance, digital transformation, strategy, risk or compliance
- Current and aspiring cybersecurity leaders seeking strategic and managerial progression
- Technology professionals transitioning into cyber governance or leadership roles
- Consultants, auditors and legal professionals advising on cyber risk
- Professionals worldwide seeking to pivot into cybersecurity management
Looking to manage digital risks, protect key assets, and turn security into a competitive advantage?
Certificate
GenAI & Responsible AI
The GenAI & Responsible AI will equip PBS students with a strong foundation in AI, practical tools, and a clear understanding of how AI is reshaping business, while also addressing the ethical, economic, legal, and societal challenges it brings.
What you will achieve
- Apply AI to real business scenarios;
- Gain hands-on experience with AI tools and prompt engineering;
- Navigate ethics, bias, and emerging technologies;
- Personalize your path with cross-program electives.
Embark on this journey
Executive Master Diploma
Students who pass all the subjects will be awarded a Master Diploma in Cybersecurity Management from Porto Business School, University of Porto.
This program is accredited by the University of Porto and delivered by Porto Business School (PBS). The University of Porto is one of Portugal’s leading institutions in higher education and research and one of Europe’s leading universities.
PBS, the University of Porto’s business school, holds international accreditations (AMBA and AACSB), has EFMD program accreditation, and is regularly featured in the Financial Times rankings – reinforcing its position among Europe’s leading business schools. The program awards a diploma (non-degree) and follows second-cycle (Master’s level) standards within the Bologna/EHEA framework.
The Learning Journey
The Master in Cybersecurity Management has been designed as a strategic and applied journey to prepare professionals for leadership in cybersecurity governance, operations, and risk management. The program equips participants with the critical knowledge, regulatory awareness, and technical understanding needed to safeguard digital assets and drive resilience across organizations. The journey unfolds across four phases: Explore & Frame, Build & Strengthen, Specialise and Expand, and Apply & Deliver, guiding participants from foundational security strategies to advanced cyber risk leadership and practical execution
Double Degrees
Two Diplomas, One Smart Move
Maximize your productivity by managing your time efficiently and earning both a Postgraduate Program or Specialized Master and an MBA. These Double Degrees offer the possibility of graduating with two diplomas from Porto Business School, by completing one additional year of academic training. They are an excellent option for students who wish to focus their careers on two distinct, yet interconnected, fields of study.
Our Learning Approach
In a rapidly changing and complex world, our Dynamic Learning model moves beyond traditional education by focusing on adaptability, creativity, and real-world application.
This approach sees leaders as explorers, encouraging them to embrace uncertainty and challenge conventional thinking.
Partnerships and collaboration with companies:
Career Opportunities
For those aspiring to be:
- Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) / Cybersecurity Manager / Cyber Risk & Compliance Specialist / Incident Response & Threat Intelligence Lea / Cloud & Infrastructure Security Manager / Cybersecurity Consultant / Security Awareness & Training Specialist
Partnership with ISACA
The ISACA 2-year Free membership to support future and current students by providing free membership allowing students to gain direct access to programs, resources, initiatives, expertise and super reduced prices for CISM, CRISC and Cybersecurity Fundamentals exams.
Students get access to a global and local community to grow their network, and opportunities for enhanced learning and industry connections to begin a career in IT audit, risk, security, cybersecurity, governance or privacy.
International experience
A leap into the future of global business!
Embark on an adventure that goes far beyond the classroom experience. By participating in the International Weeks at Porto Business School, you will have the opportunity to broaden your horizons and, at the same time, be at the epicenter of innovation and culture.
Be ambitious, be bold—the right path to becoming a true agent of change.
Please contact us for more information.
Success stories of our Alumni
Our Alumni share their journey to lasting impact, enhanced by the valuable knowledge and experience gained through the program.
Nikhil Shirsath, a student on the Master in Cybersecurity Management, is developing the skills needed to meet the challenges of the digital world – advanced risk management frameworks, alignment with EU standards and best management practices.
Program Directors
Faculty
Meet the Porto Business School faculty, a team of outstanding academics and leading professionals who combine theoretical knowledge with practical experience to turn learning into real results.
Early Bird fee
until June 156750€6750€
2nd phase
until September 307125€7125€
Final stage
until January 15th7500€7500€
Commercial discounts
Benefit from a 2% discount on the full cash payment of the program.Porto Business School member companies and their employees, Porto Business School Alumni members and Universi…Porto Business School member companies and their employees, Porto Business School Alumni members and University of Porto alumni benefit from special conditions. Contact us for more information.
Porto Business School also has agreements with various financial institutions to obtain financing for the programs it offers. Please contact us for more information.
Through our partnership with Lendwise, a specialist loan provider based in London and regulated by the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), PBS students can access tailored financing solutions to support their education. Apply here.
Requirements
To take part in this process, you must have a bachelor’s degree or higher.
In exceptional cases, …To take part in this process, you must have a bachelor’s degree or higher.
In exceptional cases, and subject to an assessment of the academic curriculum and professional experience, candidates without a degree may be admitted.English Proficiency: C1 Level
The selection of candidates is the sole responsibility of the Program Director.
Application process
The application process for Postgraduate Programs/Specialized Masters is carried out online. The appl…The application process for Postgraduate Programs/Specialized Masters is carried out online.
The application process costs 25 euros (non-refundable).
Application preparation
DocumentationCurriculum Vitae Photograph Graduation certificate Motivation letter (what are your moti…Curriculum Vitae
Photograph
Graduation certificate
Motivation letter (what are your motivations for attending the program and what goals do you want to achieve).
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