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[TAKE OUR CAREER TRAINING READINESS KIT](https://yourcareerexploration.ca/?lead_src=w-cta-box&mid=18419) Live Chat   Tour   Ask   Explore   - [All Campuses](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/national) - [Montreal French](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/montreal-fr) - [Montreal](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/montreal) - [Ottawa](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/ottawa) - [Toronto](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/toronto) - [Winnipeg](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/Winnipeg) - [Herzing Skilled Trades Training](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades) - [Kompass Professional Development](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training) #### SELECT A CATEGORY: - Categories - [All Campuses](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/national) - [Montreal French](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/montreal-fr) - [Montreal](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/montreal) - [Ottawa](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/ottawa) - [Toronto](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/toronto) - [Winnipeg](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/Winnipeg) - [Herzing Skilled Trades Training](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades) - [Kompass Professional Development](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training) ## All Technology Posts ## [Cybersecurity Diploma vs. Degree: What’s the Real Difference?](https://blog.herzing.ca/cybersecurity-diploma-vs.-degree) [![Cybersecurity analyst working on laptop with code displayed on screen behind him](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/cyber%20diploma%20vs%20degree.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/cybersecurity-diploma-vs.-degree) Oct 7, 2026, 7:30:00 AM If you’re thinking about a career in cybersecurity, you’ve probably noticed there’s more than one way to get there. Many cybersecurity job postings call for a degree, but many employers are also willing to accept candidates with diplomas. The truth is that in the IT world, employers are often more interested in what you can do rather than what credentials you hold. So if you want to expand your skill set, which educational path should you choose? Herzing offers both a [cybersecurity diploma](https://www.herzing.ca/programs/cybersecurity) and a [Bachelor of Applied Cybersecurity](https://www.herzing.ca/programs/bachelor-of-applied-cybersecurity) degree, and which one is right for you depends on your goals, your timeline, and how far you want to take your career. Here’s a clear look at how the two programs compare. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/cybersecurity-diploma-vs.-degree) ## [How to Earn a Cybersecurity Degree in Only 28 Months](https://blog.herzing.ca/how-to-earn-a-cybersecurity-degree-in-only-28-months) [![Young cybersecurity professional](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/cybersecurity%20degree-1.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/how-to-earn-a-cybersecurity-degree-in-only-28-months) Oct 6, 2026, 9:20:56 AM **Herzing’s Bachelor of Applied Cybersecurity takes just 28 months to complete—significantly faster than the typical three-year timeline for an applied bachelor’s degree.** [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/how-to-earn-a-cybersecurity-degree-in-only-28-months) ## [Technology Careers in Canada: Education to Employment](https://blog.herzing.ca/technology-careers-canada) [![Group of technology professionals smiling in an office](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/technology%20careers.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/technology-careers-canada) Sep 10, 2026, 2:59:29 PM Technology careers in Canada cover everything from protecting networks and troubleshooting systems to developing software and working with data. For career starters and people considering a change, figuring out which technology path fits their interests and what training can help them prepare can be a challenge. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/technology-careers-canada) ## [Cybersecurity Jobs in Canada: Outlook, Salary, and Hiring Trends](https://blog.herzing.ca/cybersecurity-jobs-in-canada-outlook-salary-and-hiring-trends) [![Cybersecurity concept with man using laptop to protect data folders and digital files](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/cybersecurity%20jobs.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/cybersecurity-jobs-in-canada-outlook-salary-and-hiring-trends) May 14, 2026, 4:20:12 PM Cybersecurity is one of the most talked-about fields in Canada right now, and for good reason. Demand is real, salaries are competitive, and the long-term outlook is strong. But if you’re just starting out or are looking to change careers, and you want to figure out whether this path is right for *you*, you deserve a straight answer about what the job market actually looks like. This post covers the Canadian cybersecurity job landscape from the ground up: what’s driving demand, where the entry-level market gets complicated, what you can expect to earn, and what skills actually open doors. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/cybersecurity-jobs-in-canada-outlook-salary-and-hiring-trends) ## [Essential Skills You’ll Gain in a Data Analytics Program](https://blog.herzing.ca/essential-skills-youll-gain-in-a-data-analytics-program) [![Person sitting in front of laptop displaying digital sales dashboard](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/data%20analytics%20skills.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/essential-skills-youll-gain-in-a-data-analytics-program) Feb 9, 2026, 8:00:02 AM The demand for those who can find the meaning in a sea of data is skyrocketing. According to the [Future of Jobs report](https://www.weforum.org/publications/the-future-of-jobs-report-2025/), big data specialist is expected to be the number one fastest growing job over the next few years. So how can you develop the skills you need to succeed in this booming field? By training in data analytics. Data analytics is the process of collecting, cleaning, and analyzing data to uncover patterns and insights that drive decision making. Programs focus on helping you gain the technical skills and business acumen to turn complex datasets into actionable insights. Here are the essential skills you can expect to learn in data analytics training: [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/essential-skills-youll-gain-in-a-data-analytics-program) ## [Data Analytics With AI: Meet the Instructor, Explore the Program](https://blog.herzing.ca/data-analytics-with-ai-meet-the-instructor-explore-the-program) [![Data analysis concept](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/data%20analytics%20program.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/data-analytics-with-ai-meet-the-instructor-explore-the-program) Jan 27, 2026, 12:00:49 PM Herzing’s Data Analytics With AI program is designed to take students from total beginners to industry-ready professionals. Learners benefit from hands-on coursework that combines programming, statistics, cloud technologies, and real-world applications, all with the support of instructors who know how to teach complex concepts in an accessible way. Zakiya Malek is one of those instructors. With a doctorate in cybersecurity and decades of experience teaching and working with technology, she brings a strong mix of academic expertise and real-world insight to her classes. She helps Herzing students understand not only how to analyze data, but also how to work responsibly with data in enterprise environments. In this interview, she talks about how the program is structured, what students can expect to learn, and the kinds of roles graduates are prepared for. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/data-analytics-with-ai-meet-the-instructor-explore-the-program) ## [Why Cybersecurity + Networking Training Opens More Doors in IT](https://blog.herzing.ca/why-cybersecurity-networking-training-opens-more-doors-in-it) [![IT professional sitting in front of multiple monitors](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/cyber%20and%20network.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/why-cybersecurity-networking-training-opens-more-doors-in-it) Dec 4, 2025, 11:44:39 AM For anyone looking to build a stable, future-focused career in IT, gaining expertise in both networking and cybersecurity is one of the smartest moves you can make. Employers increasingly want professionals who can design resilient networks, defend against attacks, and keep critical systems running smoothly. Exploring IT career paths? Here’s why combined training in cybersecurity and networking can unlock a wider range of job opportunities. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/why-cybersecurity-networking-training-opens-more-doors-in-it) ## [Meet Cassule: A Cybersecurity Graduate’s Success Story](https://blog.herzing.ca/meet-cassule-a-cybersecurity-graduates-success-story) [![Herzing cybersecurity grad Cassule Jacinto](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/Cassule%20Jacinto.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/meet-cassule-a-cybersecurity-graduates-success-story) Aug 21, 2025, 9:08:33 AM Cassule Jacinto already had 15 years of database and systems administration experience in his native Angola. But when he moved to Toronto, he struggled to find work. He realized that to advance his IT career in this country, he needed Canadian education and experience. Herzing College’s cybersecurity program gave him exactly that. After an intensive year of study that included a multi-week work placement, he graduated in May 2025—and was recruited for a role with a leading cloud provider shortly thereafter. We spoke to Cassule recently to learn more about his experience at Herzing and how it shaped his career path. Here’s his story. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/meet-cassule-a-cybersecurity-graduates-success-story) ## [College Training vs. Self-Learning: Building a Stronger Tech Career Path](https://blog.herzing.ca/advantages-of-college-training-in-technology) [![IT professional at his office desk looking at camera](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/college%20training%20vs%20self%20learning.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/advantages-of-college-training-in-technology) Aug 14, 2025, 9:12:54 AM If you’re interested in an IT career, you have a decision to make: pursue a formal college education or go the self-learning route through online tutorials and independent study. So, which approach provides the strongest chance for a lasting and successful career? The answer: a combination of both. A college diploma program can give you the credibility, foundational knowledge, and job-ready skills you need to get started in the tech industry. But you will have to be a lifelong learner if you want to sustain a career in this fast-moving field. This post lays out why structured college programs offer distinct advantages over self-study—and how they can set you up for lasting success in the IT field. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/advantages-of-college-training-in-technology) ## [A Career in Computers: One of Herzing’s First Grads Looks Back](https://blog.herzing.ca/a-career-in-computers-one-of-herzings-first-grads-looks-back) [![Herzing graduate and IT professional Bob Orsini](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/Bob%20Orsini.png)](https://blog.herzing.ca/a-career-in-computers-one-of-herzings-first-grads-looks-back) Jul 9, 2025, 9:04:14 AM It’s not unusual for the staff here at Herzing to get messages from former students thanking us for the education or support they received during their time with us. But we don’t normally hear from alumni who were around for the earliest days of the college’s existence! Bob Orsini completed computer programming training with us in the late 1960s and went on to build a decades-long career in information technology. He dropped by the Montreal campus recently to say hello, so we took the opportunity to talk to him about how his experiences at Herzing shaped the course of his career. Here are the highlights of that conversation. 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