Cyber Insurance Essentials (CIE)

Welcome to the Cyber Insurance Essentials (CIE) Program!

The Cyber Insurance Essentials (CIE) Program is your gateway to building a successful career in cyber insurance. Designed for brokers and insurance generalists, this foundational course equips you with the tools and knowledge to confidently navigate the growing field of cyber insurance. Whether you aim to cross-sell, up-sell, or expand into new markets and segments, the CIE Program is here to help you succeed in today’s rapidly evolving landscape—where cyber truly is anyone’s game.

Are you a Specialist Member?

If you are looking for a more in-depth and specialized designation, we recommend exploring the Certified Cyber Insurance Specialist (CCIS) course, available to Specialist members. The CCIS provides advanced training, accredited CE/CPD credits, and a robust curriculum to develop deep expertise in cyber insurance.

Your Learning Journey

The CIE Program offers a self-paced learning experience, allowing you to work through the course at your convenience. To ensure you make the most of the program, we recommend dedicating time regularly to review concepts and complete interactive components like videos, quizzes, and assignments. With up to one year to complete the course, you’ll have plenty of time to absorb and apply the material.

CIE Certificate of Completion

At the end of the CIE Program, learners will have the opportunity to take a final exam. This timed, multiple-choice exam is designed to assess your understanding of the lessons and concepts covered throughout the course. To sit for the exam, you must first complete all lessons and chapters. Successful candidates will earn a Cyber Insurance Essentials Certificate, a valuable credential that signifies your readiness to contribute to the growth of cyber insurance policy adoption and penetration.

What You’ll Learn

The CIE Program introduces learners to the key topics needed to kick-start their journey into cyber insurance. While the course is tailored to a foundational level, it covers critical areas of cyber risk, policy structures, and market opportunities to ensure you can confidently approach clients and expand your business.

Begin your journey today with the Cyber Insurance Essentials (CIE) Program—empowering you to seize opportunities in the exciting world of cyber insurance!

Learning Objectives

Chapter 1 – Cyber Risk

Define cyber risk and identify different attack targets.
Outline IT components and assess attack surfaces.

Chapter 2 – Cyber Threats and Cyber Security

Differentiate between internal and external threats, and identify attack vectors.
Recognize common strains of malware and understand cloud services.
Explore cybersecurity tools, data privacy concepts, and types of data records.

Chapter 3 – The Cyber Policy

Compare cyber insurance to traditional insurance products.
Understand silent cyber scenarios and techniques to expand cyber capacity, including cyber towers.
Identify coverages, endorsements, and exclusions in cyber policies.
Analyze the role of proposal forms in underwriting decisions.
Outline the cyber underwriting and claims processes, including incident response phases.

Chapter 4 – Professional Empowerment