CYBER/AI is a four-week course (two weeks distance-learning and two weeks in-residence) designed to identify common cybersecurity and cyber defense risk areas in the context of critical infrastructure protection, generative artificial intelligence, quantum computing, large language models, and their relationship to other domains for strategic policy analysis. It seeks to develop a shared understanding of cyber lexicon, best practices, regional initiatives, and collaborative efforts to address common regional security challenges in cyberspace.
The objective of this course is to deepen the participants' understanding and ability to analyze the landscape of threats and other challenges that arise from a growing dependence on cyberspace. Graduates will be able to conduct preliminary cybersecurity political and strategic assessments and will be able to identify the main areas of risk and vulnerabilities within the operations of their own organization or country. Upon completion of the course, each participant should be able to demonstrate:
All participants must successfully complete a course writing assignment that may take the form of an essay, policy paper, action plan or similar.
This course is tailored for senior officials responsible for developing or influencing cyber legislation, policies, or practices. Ideally, participants should be from one of the following communities:
In accordance with Department of Defense policy, citizens of “high income” countries (as established by the World Bank) are not eligible for scholarships. As of 01 July 2025, this restriction applies to the following Western Hemisphere nations and territories:
Citizens of these countries may still apply to courses, but in a fully self-funded status. Self-funded candidates must meet all eligibility standards and comply with all application requirements, including application deadlines, as well as being able to cover the expenses of their own travel, lodging, meals, and incidentals. US citizens cannot (by law) receive scholarships, but may also apply to attend in a self-funded status. US citizens and other self-funded candidates should contact the Admissions Office for additional guidance.
Candidates must possess a university degree or, in cases where a candidate does not hold a degree, equivalent practical experience. Military and police personnel must have completed a command and staff course or equivalent. Exceptions are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
This course is conducted in Spanish. Non-native speakers must demonstrate the ability to speak and write in Spanish at a bilingual level prior to acceptance and enrollment.
