Cyber threats are growing in PNG, and small businesses are the most at risk. The PNG Cyber Defender Program is a free online course designed to help micro; small and medium-sized businesses (MSMEs) build their cyber safety skills and protect their digital future.
The Cyber Security Training program is being provided by the Port Moresby Chamber of Commerce & Industry and Macquarie University through the PNG–Australia Partnership.
Apply now via the Expression of Interest (EOI) form below.
EOIs close Friday 5th September 2025.
Successful applicants will be notified by email after that and the course kicks-starts on 10th September to 5th of October at Midnight.
What You'll Learn
This short, practical course will teach you how to:
- Spot common cyber threats like scams and phishing
- Protect your business devices and information
- Respond if something goes wrong
- Create safer digital habits for your workplace
Program Details
- Cost: Free
- Time commitment: Up to 3 hours
- Delivery: Online, self-paced
- Access: Mobile phone (smartphone) or computer + stable internet
- Duration: 5 weeks to complete at your own pace
- Award: Certificate of Completion and Digital Badge
Eligibility
This program is open only to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in PNG, defined as:
Business Size | Employees | Annual Turnover (PGK) |
Micro | 1–5 | Up to 60,000 |
Small | 6–50 | 60,000 to 249,999 |
Medium | 51–100 | 250,000 to 5,000,000 |
- One person can apply per business with up to 10 employees
- Two people can participate from businesses with 11–100 employees
- Only one application per business is required
- A second training seat will be offered automatically to eligible businesses
Before You Apply
Please ensure you:
- Have access to a smartphone or computer
- Can connect to a reliable internet connection
- Are able to commit up to 3 hours over 5 weeks
- Understand the eligibility requirements above
Take the first step toward protecting your business.
Applications close Friday, 29 August 2025.
