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    Learner Reviews & Feedback for Cybersecurity Case Studies and Capstone Project by IBM

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    About the Course

    Gain the real-world experience of cybersecurity analysis employers look for with this hands-on capstone course. In this course, you’ll analyze
    real-life breach response case studies in areas such as phishing, vishing, point of sale (PoS) breaches, insider threats, AI-related breaches, and
    ransomware attacks. You’ll discover how attackers exploit vulnerabilities and how organizations respond and prevent future incidents.
    Additionally, you’ll gain expertise in incident response, digital forensics, penetration testing, and compliance through engaging case study
    analysis. You’ll complete several hands-on activities to assess response strategies and propose improvements. The course c...
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    DN

    Nov 3, 2021

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    I find this course to be the most useful in terms of practical application. Some of the previous courses felt a bit bogged down by the technical aspects, but I guess this may be unavoidable.

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    Oct 28, 2021

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    The best part of the course is the investigative work though it is an online web research in articles it is done with the vision of the knoweldge acquire through the different courses

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    By James H

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    Jul 9, 2020

    there wasn't any teaching. Just someone reading to you.

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    By Victor N

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    May 5, 2023

    Excelente curso, muy practico y dinamico, los laboratorios en linea de IBM son una excelente manera de practicar los eventos del mundo real. Muy bueno lo recomiendo 100%

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    By adedeji

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    Jul 1, 2020

    I strongly recommend this course for any one/person interested in going into cyber security either as a trainer or practitioner.

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    By BHABESH K D

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    Jun 18, 2020

    too dificult to make an report or project but it was good experienced.

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    By George M

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    Apr 27, 2021

    Very good material. It is interesting to create a case study.

    It was challenging to find enough material from open sources which can help you built up the scenario.

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    By Mohamed M

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    Jun 26, 2020

    Great I like It especially the Case Study Attack Report

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    By Eshan M “ H

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    Aug 24, 2020

    Content is Very good. Although the Admins could look in to the peer-review process, its very slow and people have to wait days. Of about 100 posts in the discussion forum, more than 95 are people asking why their assignments are not getting reviewed.

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    By ALI E

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    Jun 20, 2020

    thank you, very informative course

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    By Andrew J

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    Dec 29, 2022

    Clever assignment. But, the instructions for grading fall short. I have a feeling my comments were not committed when I submitted when I should have clicked to add a comment. I also have a feeling the assignments are not really someone else's actual work. One submission was extremely bad - so bad as to suggest that it was a plant. But, whatever, I did my own work with diligence and that's what matters.

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    By David N

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    Nov 3, 2021

    I find this course to be the most useful in terms of practical application. Some of the previous courses felt a bit bogged down by the technical aspects, but I guess this may be unavoidable.

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    By Jonathan V C

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    Apr 16, 2021

    This could be a part of another course, is like they run out of material and create a 4 week course justo to charge you more. 5 to 10 obvious questions for each 5 case studies, then the peer graded assignment that is just filling a powerpoint template, I work hard on that template, and people just upload random PDF's and two times they upload my own assignment, I report them but I think most of the people pass with just random content or plagiarizing. Peer graded assignments doesn't work anymore.

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    By Frank B

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    Oct 28, 2021

    The best part of the course is the investigative work though it is an online web research in articles it is done with the vision of the knoweldge acquire through the different courses

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    By Promise F O

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    Jun 18, 2024

    This course is so detailed with all the necessary knowledge and strategy needed to be successful in the field of cyber security. Kudos to the team for a job well done

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    By N U K

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    Feb 13, 2023

    It's been an great opportunity to study this course and knowing about the industry behind it and Thank you for the lectures for teaching, I had a good time studying.

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    By Mark R

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    Oct 30, 2020

    Good exercise to use skills and information obtained through this course to do a real world data breach review.

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    By GAJENDRA R

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    Sep 20, 2020

    Great course for beginners in Information Security

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    By Muhammad Z H

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    Jul 28, 2020

    Thanks

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    By Katelyn S

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    Jul 6, 2022

    The information in the courses (week 1-3) was very interesting and helpful. Unfortunately, this course requires essay answers to some of its questions and does not provide a ruburic for how things are graded until you are done answering.

    In addition, the Capstone project does not give clear instructions and again, hides the grading scale until after the project is submitted.

    I would not take this course again if needed.

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    Oct 25, 2023

    peer reviewed assessments are not great, many people just submit junk

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    By Francesco B

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    Jun 13, 2024

    As an Engineering student with a keen interest in cybersecurity, taking the "Cybersecurity Capstone: Breach Response Case Studies" course has been an invaluable experience. This course dives deep into real-world scenarios of cybersecurity breaches and the critical strategies employed to respond effectively. One of the most compelling aspects of the course is its practical approach. Instead of theoretical concepts alone, the course focuses on case studies that bring to light the complexities and challenges faced by cybersecurity professionals during breach incidents. These case studies cover a range of scenarios, from data breaches in large corporations to targeted attacks on government institutions, providing a comprehensive view of the cybersecurity landscape. The course structure is well-organized, starting with foundational knowledge on incident response frameworks and methodologies. It then progresses to detailed analyses of specific breach incidents, dissecting the timeline, root causes, impact assessment, and most importantly, the response strategies deployed. Each case study is presented with meticulous detail, allowing students to understand not only what went wrong but also how effective responses were formulated and executed. The learning materials are enriched with practical resources such as simulated incident response exercises, which simulate real-time scenarios and challenge students to apply their knowledge in a controlled environment. This hands-on approach is crucial for reinforcing theoretical concepts and preparing students for the dynamic and fast-paced nature of cybersecurity incidents in the real world. Furthermore, the course benefits greatly from the expertise of instructors who are seasoned professionals in the field of cybersecurity. Their insights and firsthand experiences enhance the learning experience, providing valuable industry perspectives that go beyond textbook knowledge. In conclusion, "Cybersecurity Capstone: Breach Response Case Studies" is an exceptional course for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of cybersecurity incident response. It not only equips students with practical skills and knowledge but also prepares them to tackle the complexities of cybersecurity breaches with confidence. I highly recommend this course to Engineering students and cybersecurity enthusiasts alike who are eager to explore the fascinating and critical field of breach response.

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    By Kevin E M J

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    Sep 14, 2022

    I am in school for my BS in CyberSecurity with a focus on Intelligence and Forensic Studies. This course pushed me, and will make me better at my job. This course will ultimately help me to better analyze and detect problems faster, and by doing that I will be able to save companies, or my government millions of dollars in the long run.

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    By M M

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    Jun 18, 2023

    This gave me the opportunity to study and go through with real world Cybersecurity Attacks & Cases that affected the Companies, Groups or Entities.

    Thanks IBM Security Services & Coursera in organizing the course.

    Best Regards

    Mehraj Ali Mohammed

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    By Laurentiu B

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    May 30, 2023

    Lots of useful information. Well presented and explained, although I must say all video courses read by some lady are difficult to follow, because she just reads the transcript with no intonation at all. Apart from that, only good stuff.

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    By Sergio H A

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    Apr 15, 2023

    This course was very interesting form other point of view, the way that we do an analysis of the breaches changes the perspective of our own criteria.

    I enjoyed this but in some way it was a little difficult resolve some assessments.

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    By C C

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    Nov 27, 2022

    It was hectic!! but I love it.

    Thank you all for a job well done. Thank you IBM, The Coursera and The American Dream Academy for such a professional, hardworking and awesome bunch.

    On to the end.....

    Sincerely,

    Consuelo Cabrera

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