Bhubaneswar: Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar has announced the launch of an industry-linked MTech programme in cybersecurity aimed at engineers working across various industries.
According to an official statement issued by the institute, the programme will commence on July 24 and applications are currently open for eligible candidates seeking to advance their careers in the field of cybersecurity through a flexible learning model.
The course has been developed in strategic collaboration with WhizHack Technologies, a cybersecurity training and simulation company, and is specifically designed for working professionals.
The institute said the blended-mode programme combines academic learning with practical industry exposure to help participants acquire advanced cybersecurity skills needed to tackle emerging digital threats across sectors.
The curriculum will cover areas such as secure system design, cyber risk assessment, governance and compliance, AI-driven security, blockchain security, and advanced attack-defence strategies.
The statement further said that candidates will not require a GATE qualification for admission to the programme. Selection will instead be based on academic background and professional experience.
