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Our Teaching Philosophy

Industry-led curriculum, mentored learning, and a commitment to making cybersecurity education accessible to all.

Building the Next Generation of Cyber Defenders

BMCC's Cybersecurity & AI Programme combines public institution values with world-class industry expertise, delivered through BMCC Continuing Education for Working Professionals (CEWD).

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Industry-Designed

Every course is built with CSGA Global and top industry partners. Your instructors are active practitioners, not academics. You learn real-world security from people who live it daily.

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CUNY-Accredited

Delivered through BMCC's Continuing Education for Working Professionals (CEWD) with full support from Borough of Manhattan Community College. CUNY-backed credentials carry institutional weight.

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Affordable Access

Public institution pricing without compromise. Payment plans, scholarships, and GI Bill support make cybersecurity education attainable for career-changers, students, and professionals everywhere.

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Hands-On Labs

60+ weeks of structured labs, live mentoring, and Capture-the-Flag challenges. 100% online. Real penetration testing, incident response, AI threat modelling. You build skills by doing.

Recognised & Industry-Backed

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BMCC CEWD

Continuing Education for Working Professionals

Certified through BMCC's rigorous continuing education division, offering professional credentials with CUNY backing.

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CompTIA Security+

Industry-Standard Certification

Our WhiteHat Core track includes CompTIA Security+ exam prep, recognised globally by employers.

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CSGA Global Alliance

Industry Partnership

Co-designed with CSGA, a leading global cybersecurity and AI governance alliance. Content evolves with industry threats.

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Employer Network

Direct Career Pipeline

Graduates connect with hiring partners including FORTUNE 500 companies and leading security firms.

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Mentorship Network

Guidance from Industry Veterans

Every student paired with a working security professional. Real mentorship. Real career advice.

Career Services

Job Placement Support

Resume coaching, interview prep, LinkedIn optimization, and employer introductions included in every programme.

The Complete Learning Experience

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Real-World Curriculum

Cyber ranges, penetration testing labs, and incident response simulations. Every unit is designed around real security incidents and defence scenarios.

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NYC-Based & Global

Located in Manhattan (199 Chambers Street), with 100% online delivery. Attend live sessions from anywhere. Learn from instructors across the globe.

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Flexible Financing

Payment plans, scholarship opportunities, GI Bill eligible. We believe cost shouldn't block access. Available for career-changers and students.

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Mentored Learning

1-on-1 mentorship with active security professionals. Live group sessions. Peer collaboration. Real support from day one through career launch.

Certified Credentials

Earn CompTIA Security+, HALT AI Hack, BMCC Continuing Education certificates. Add credentials that employers recognise on day one of job searching.

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Job Placement

92% employment rate within 6 months. Average starting salary £52K. Dedicated career coaching, employer networking, and direct placement support.

Education that Transforms Careers

Built on three principles: accessibility, excellence, and practical impact.

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Access

No barriers to entry. Whether you're changing careers, early in your IT path, or seeking advancement, BMCC makes world-class cybersecurity training affordable and attainable.

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Excellence

Industry-led curriculum, hands-on labs, and mentorship from working security professionals. We don't compromise on quality. Every graduate is job-ready.

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Impact

Real careers. Real salaries. Real impact on organisational security. We measure success in student outcomes: jobs secured, salaries earned, threats defended.

Three Professional Tracks

Each track is designed for a specific career path with hands-on labs, mentorship, and industry certification.

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WhiteHat Core

Complete cybersecurity foundation: ethical hacking, penetration testing, network defence, and incident response.

  • Ethical Hacking & Pen Testing
  • Network Security & Defence
  • Incident Response & Forensics
  • Security Compliance & Governance
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AI Analyst

Specialise in AI-powered security, threat detection using machine learning, and AI governance frameworks.

  • AI-Powered Threat Detection
  • Deepfake & Synthetic Media Analysis
  • AI Governance & Ethics
  • HALT AI Hack Certification
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Cyber Range

Production-environment training with live attack scenarios, red team exercises, and real-world infrastructure defence.

  • Live Attack Simulation Labs
  • Red Team / Blue Team Exercises
  • Cloud Security Operations
  • SOC Analyst Preparation

Core Values

The principles that guide everything we do at BMCC Cybersecurity.

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Belonging

Everyone has a place in cybersecurity

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Community

Learning together, growing together

Equity

Equal access to opportunity for all

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Innovation

Cutting-edge training for a changing world

How the Programme Works

1

Apply

Submit your application online. No prior experience required.

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Learn

60 weeks of structured, mentored training with hands-on labs and live sessions.

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Certify

Earn industry-recognised certifications including HALT AI Hack and CompTIA Security+.

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Launch

Access our employer network, career coaching, and interview preparation.

Try Our Free Courses First

Not ready to commit? Start with free MOOCs to explore cybersecurity fundamentals.

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What Our Students Say

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"The hands-on cyber range was unlike anything I had experienced. Within 3 months of graduating, I had two job offers in security operations."

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Sarah M.
SOC Analyst, Financial Services
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"Coming from a non-technical background, I was nervous. The mentorship made all the difference — I went from zero to AI security analyst."

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James R.
AI Security Analyst, Career Changer
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"The HALT AI Hack course opened my eyes to threats I didn't know existed. Essential training for anyone in a leadership position."

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David K.
IT Director, Enterprise Organisation

Ready to Learn From Industry Leaders?

Join the April 2026 cohort. Industry mentorship, hands-on labs, and career support included.

Ready to Launch Your Cybersecurity Career?

Join the next cohort of cybersecurity professionals. 60 weeks of intensive training, real-world labs, and guaranteed interview preparation.