Kutaisi International University summarized the activities of the KIU Cyber Security Center and presented the results of its training programs. The event was attended by KIU Chancellor Magda Magradze, Head of the Mathematics and Computer Science Schools Professor Ramaz Bochorishvili, Cyber Security Center graduates, trainers, and representatives from the private sector and partner organizations.
Last year, the KIU Cyber Security Training Center was established at Kutaisi International University with the support of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). The goal of the partnership between KIU and USAID was to reduce unemployment and develop a skilled, economically competitive workforce in the cybersecurity sector. KIU received support from both international and Georgian partners in implementing the project, resulting in the creation of three levels of short-term cybersecurity courses: Fundamentals Cyber Security, Ethical Hacker, and Ethical Hacking Practical Course.
More than 700 participants expressed interest in studying cybersecurity through the training program. Most of these participants found employment or advanced their career opportunities as a result. The program welcomed a diverse age range, from 16 to 70 years old. It reached nearly every region of Georgia, including rural areas, mountainous regions, and cities. The participant demographic was balanced in terms of gender, with nearly equal representation of women and men. Additionally, KIU has become an academic partner of the U.S. based EC-Council, the world’s largest cybersecurity certification body. Outstanding graduates of KIU’s cybersecurity training programs are awarded a voucher for the EC-Council international certification exam.
Throughout the year, Kutaisi International University organized several events for participants in the cybersecurity training program, including a career counseling workshop, Cyber Security Week, and an employment forum. Additionally, the university established new partnerships with over 10 companies.
