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GRC MENTORSHIP
From Policy to Practice: Your guide to a career in GRC.
- 6 Months ( Instructor-Led )
- 130 Hours ( Self-Paced )
Course Authored By:
Priyanka Chatterjee
PRICE:
£120/month
- Secure Payment via Stripe
- 7-Day Money-Back Guarantee
Next Cohort Starts:
30th September 2026
Application Deadline:
23rd September 2026
Program Duration
6 Months Intensive training
In-Person, Virtual, Interactive
Attend a live, instructor-led class at a location near you, or remotely
Hands-on Labs (Online)
Apply what you learn with exercises and labs
JUMP TO:
The GRC Mentorship Program provides students with foundational knowledge of governance, risk, and compliance through practical, scenario-based training. This program offers an immersive learning experience bridging the gap between technical security and business strategy. This 6-month course includes policy development exercises, compliance framework role plays, and career coaching for aspiring GRC professionals.
COURSE OVERVIEW
Don't just write policies. Become the strategic voice your organization needs.
This is a blended, practice-oriented program designed to transform aspiring individuals into job-ready Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) professionals. Through structured weekly mentorship, real-world case studies, and guided projects, participants will gain the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to support GRC functions. This program will enable participants to understand how GRC frameworks support organisational resilience and regulatory compliance.
The GRC Promise: From Compliance Checker to Strategic Advisor
We transform compliance anxiety into strategic confidence. Through expert-led mentorship and real-world scenarios you’ll actually face in the boardroom, this program builds operational confidence in the key areas that matter:
Master the Frameworks: Gain working knowledge of ISO 27001, NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, ISO 27002, CIS Controls, and ISO 31000 — not just theory, but practical application.
Implement Effective Controls: Design and manage policies that protect your organization while enabling business goals.
Bridge the Gap: Translate technical risks into business language, advise leadership with authority, and drive secure decision-making.
Mentoring Benefits
- Learn directly from experienced GRC professionals and cybersecurity leaders
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- Gain real-world exposure through practical case studies, templates, and simulations
- Build confidence in applying frameworks
- Receive personalized feedback and career guidance throughout the mentorship
Course Mode of Delivery
This program is delivered online, combining self- paced learning resources with live mentor-led sessions conducted through Microsoft Teams.
Each week includes interactive discussions, case studies, and guided assignments to ensure practical learning and professional growth.
Course Target Audience
This mentorship is ideal for:
University graduates and early-career professionals interested in cybersecurity or compliance roles.
IT and cybersecurity professionals transitioning into Governance, Risk, or Compliance domains
Professionals seeking to gain enterprise-ready GRC skills aligned with global and industry standards.
Career Value Add
- Be equipped to take on GRC roles
- Build a Personal Portfolio of practical work
- Have practical experience via 3 Mini-projects + 1 Capstone Project
- Receive an LSCS Certificate of Completion
- Improve job readiness and visibility with LinkedIn profile and CV guidance
- Join an international community of cybersecurity and GRC practitioners
Business Takeaways
- Lead with authority in boardroom discussions and risk strategy meetings.
- Implement and oversee GRC programs that scale with organizational growth.
- Detect and address control gaps before auditors ever find them.
- Bridge the communication gap between executives, IT, and compliance teams.
- Make confident decisions rooted in regulatory requirements and business objectives.
- Build a culture where security and compliance are everyone's responsibility.
What You Will Get
- Video Lessons
- Completion Certificate from London School Of Cybersecurity
- Digital Certification Badge from The British Computer School (BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT)
- Access To Hands-on Labs
- Digital & Physical Materials
Course Curriculum
Phase 1 – Foundations of GRC (Month 1–2)
| Week | Focus Area | Pre-Read / Self- Study | Live 2-hr Session (Hands-On) |
|---|---|---|---|
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Week 1 |
Introduction to Cybersecurity & GRC |
Overview of cybersecurity, CIA triad, GRC basics |
Group discussion: mapping real-world GRC teams in enterprises |
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Week 2 |
GRC Job Role & Governance Concepts |
GRC functions, definitions, governance structure |
Role play: “You are a new GRC Analyst — identify your key stakeholders.” |
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Week 3 |
Risk Management Fundamentals |
Risk definitions, frameworks, risk appetite |
Workshop: Build a simple risk heatmap |
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Week 4 |
Compliance Fundamentals |
Overview of ISO 27001, NIST CSF, GDPR |
Case Study: Matching controls to compliance clauses |
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Week 5 |
Control Domains |
Review NIST 800-53, ISO 27002, CIS Controls |
Hands-on: map controls across frameworks |
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Week 6 |
Audit vs Internal Controls |
Audit lifecycle, testing steps |
Mock audit interview simulation |
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Week 7 |
Week 4,5, 6 Recap |
No pre-read for this week. |
Group Activity to recap learnings from weeks 4,5, and 6. |
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Week 8 |
Review & Quiz |
Consolidation |
Quiz + feedback + mini-project kickoff |
Objective:
Build strong understanding of cybersecurity, GRC fundamentals, and control domains.
Phase 2 – Policies, Standards & Procedures (Month 3 – 4)
| Week | Focus Area | Pre-Read / Self- Study | Live 2-hr Session (Hands-On) |
|---|---|---|---|
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Week 9 |
Policy Frameworks |
Policy lifecycle, structure |
Group activity: Critique a sample policy |
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Week 10 |
Drafting Cybersecurity Policies |
Policy types |
Write and peer-review your own cybersecurity policy |
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Week 11 |
Creating Standards |
Standards vs policies |
Draft a baseline control standard |
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Week 12 |
Writing Procedures |
Procedure templates |
Create a sample procedure |
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Week 13 |
Human Factor in GRC |
Human error, awareness, culture |
Simulation: Managing a human-induced security risk |
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Week 14 |
Risk Frameworks |
ISO 31000, NIST, ISO27001 |
Map frameworks to organization types |
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Week 15 |
Risk Assessment Techniques |
Qualitative vs Quantitative |
Case Study: Conduct a mini risk assessment |
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Week 16 |
Risk Treatment & Monitoring |
Risk treatment plan, acceptance criteria |
Exercise: Build a risk treatment matrix |
Key Outcomes
Develop documentation and risk assessment skills.
Phase 3 – Operational GRC (Month 5–6)
| Week | Focus Area | Pre-Read / Self- Study | Live 2-hr Session (Hands-On) |
|---|---|---|---|
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Week 17 |
Risk Register Basics |
Components of a register |
Create your first risk register (Excel
te mplate ) |
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Week 18 |
Maintaining the Risk Register |
Review cycles, scoring upda tes |
Group review: Simulate a quarterly risk committee review |
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Week 19 |
Management Reporting |
Dashboards and KPIs |
Build a mock GRC dashboard in Excel or Powerpoint |
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Week 20 |
Writing Reports for Business & Management |
Report formats and tone |
Write and present an executive-level risk summary |
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Week 21 |
Audit & Compliance Review |
Audit preparation steps |
Conduct a mock compliance audit |
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Week 22 |
Assurance Reviews & Findings |
Remediation and closure |
Case Study: Manage an audit finding lifecycle |
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Week 23 |
Career Readiness & Role Play |
Mock interviews, portfolio review |
Simulated job interview for GRC Analyst role |
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Week 24 |
Capstone Project & Final Assessment |
Consolidate learning |
Present capstone: “GRC Program for a Mid-Size Fintech Company” |
Key Outcomes
Translate GRC theory into management reporting, auditing, and real-world readiness.
Meet Your Author
Priyanka Chatterjee
CEO, London School of Cyber Security And Co-Founder At Sinevis
Founding partner, Women in Cyber Security Middle East. With 20+ years of global experience. Leads initiatives to close the cybersecurity talent gap, mentors professionals worldwide, and an award-winning cybersecurity educator and community leader.
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What You Should Know About The Course
Professionals aiming for Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) roles or transitioning from IT/Non-IT backgrounds.
ISO 27001, NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, ISO 27002, CIS Controls, and ISO 31000 risk frameworks.
Highly practical—includes policy drafting, risk registers, dashboards, mock audits, and capstone projects.
Yes. Includes mock interviews, portfolio reviews, and real-world GRC simulations.
Conduct risk assessments, create policies, manage audits, and present executive-level GRC reports.
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