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Certificate for Certified Information Security Professional (CISP) Examination Preparation

Hong Kong Institute of Information Technology (HKIIT)
Hong Kong Institute of Information Technology (HKIIT)
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Overview
Programme Code
IT524405Q
Subject Area
Information Technology
Programme Type
Certificate
Offering Institution
Hong Kong Institute of Information Technology (HKIIT)
Contact Hours
30
QF Level
4
QF Credits
15
QF Registration No.
24/001002/L4
QF Registration Validity Period
2024.12.10-2026.08.31
Programme Class [ IT524405Q-P ] Apply Online
Programme Fee
HKD$13,800.00
Class Code Commencement Date Class Location Medium of Instruction Apply Online Class Remarks Class Status
IT524405Q-P 2026.02.07 Hong Kong Institute of Information Technology at Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (Morrison Hill)
Cantonese
The programme aims to equip learners with comprehensive knowledge and skills in information security, risk management, legal compliance, and security technologies, nurturing a pool of expertise to meet the high demand for infrastructure and application security. 
 
This goal is achieved through a well-structured curriculum, effective teaching and learning strategies, comprehensive learning and teaching materials, valid and reliable assessment methods, and a variety of guided learning activities designed to meet the following objectives:
 
  • to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of various domains of information security aligning to the national cybersecurity principles and regulations; and 
  • to empower learners to be well-prepared to demonstrate their expertise and meet the requirements of CISP. 
 
The course covers the following 10 topics:
 
1. 信息安全保障
2. 網絡安全監管
3. 信息安全管理
4. 業務連續性
5. 安全工程與運營
6. 信息安全評估
7. 信息安全支撑技術
8. 物理與網絡通信安全
9. 計算環境安全
10. 軟件安全開發
 
 
The course includes 1 CISP examination with 2 re-examination attempts. Digital course materials will be provided after successfully admitted to the course. 
 
Eligibility for CISP Certificate
 
  • Master's degree or above, with a minimum of 1 year of work experience*; or
  • Bachelor's Degree, with a minimum of 2 years of work experience*; or
  • Higher Diploma / Associate Degree, with a minimum of 4 years of work experience*;
 
* All this experience must include at least 1 year of experience related to information security.  The applicant's qualifications will undergo preliminary review by the Hong Kong Institute of Information Technology (HKIIT). Upon passing the preliminary review, there will be submitted to the authorized CISP operating bodies in Hong Kong — Hong Kong Cybersecurity Professional Association Limited (HKCSPA) and China Information Technology Security Evaluation Center (CNITSEC) for final review to process examination and registration applications.
 
 
Programme Schedule
 
Class P (Saturday)
Medium of Instruction: Cantonese
Date: 7, 14, 28 Feb, 7, 14 Mar 2026 (Sat) 
Time: 09:30-12:30 & 13:30-16:30
 
CISP Examination (Tentative)
Date: 18 Apr 2026 (Sat)
Time: 10:30-12:30
 

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Entry Requirements

Completion of a QF Level 3 programme that is deemed acceptable to the respective Programme Board; or
Other relevant verifiable prior learning and/or work experience that is/are deemed appropriate by respective Programme Board; or

Mature applicants, i.e. those aged 21 or above. Where appropriate, the applicant may be required to pass an entrance assessment, which can be in an oral and/or written form.

Financial Assistance Scheme

Vplus Creative Industries

 
As a part of the Vplus Subsidy Scheme, Vplus Creative Industries is supported by the HKSAR Government to encourage working adults to pursue higher qualifications for career advancement and to promote lifelong learning. 
 
Participants must apply for the scheme themselves within 30 days from the programme commencement date. Successful applicants can be reimbursed 60% of the tuition fees paid for the programme, maximum HK$36,000 per person. Applicants may apply for reimbursement for more than one eligible programmes. 
 
Original tuition fee: $13,800
Tuition fee after funding: $5,520^
 
^ To be eligible for the subsidy, participants must first be admitted to the programme and pay the full course fee (HK$13,800) before applying for the subsidy.
 
 

Class P Application deadline: 18 Jan 2026 (Sun)
 
 
Please press 'Apply Online' button above
 
 
Notes
 
  • Applicants who fulfil the entry requirements will receive a payment notice later. Applications are not required to pay the tuition at this moment.
  • In general, course enrollment is made on a first-come-first-served basis.
  • Subject to the availability of the classes, applicants will be informed to change to another class if the applied class was full.
  • Any change in class selection will be put on the waiting list.
Tel: 2835-7403 
 
Email: hkiit-skillsup@vtc.edu.hk 
 
 
Office hours: Mon-Fri 09:00 - 12:00 & 14:00 - 17:00 

 

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