Course benefits:

Learn how to scale your consulting business

Discover marketing and sales strategies that bring real results

Master delivery techniques that keep clients coming back

Understand the role of AI and business transformation to future-proof your consultancy
This advanced course is designed for experienced consultants working with cybersecurity compliance, ISO standards, or AI governance. You’ll get a step-by-step playbook on how to grow your business, build recurring revenue, and compete with bigger firms — all explained with real-world examples.
This course includes:

A video library with expert-led lessons and real-life techniques

Interactive quizzes at the end of each lecture and module

Resources and tools to use immediately in your practice

Who should attend:

Cybersecurity, ISO, and AI consultants with 2+ years of experience

Professionals looking to scale their consultancies or expand into advisory roles

Solo consultants ready to move beyond one-off projects

Prerequisites:

No prior knowledge of marketing or how to grow a business is required to attend the “How to Grow Your Cybersecurity, ISO, or AI Consultancy: Advanced Course.” However, at least two years of consulting experience is recommended for the best learning experience.
Introduction

Introduction to the course

Module 1 - Strategy and Growth

Introduction to Module 1

Scaling your consultancy – hiring, partnering, and growth

Creating consulting services with ongoing revenue

Competing with big firms – How to stand out as a small consultancy

The future of consulting – Adapting to AI and automation

Avoiding burnout – Work-life balance in consulting

Module 2 - Marketing and Sales

Introduction to Module 2

Building a marketing and sales pipeline that generates leads consistently

Strategy for using LinkedIn to get leads

Strategy for using YouTube to get leads and build your brand

Techniques for converting leads into customers

Demonstrating ROI and the business value of compliance and governance

Module 3 - Delivering Consulting Jobs

Introduction to Module 3

Ethical and professional conduct

Lean approach to ISO implementation

Handling difficult clients and building lasting relationships

Involving senior management in the project

Delivering consulting jobs remotely

Evidence collection: How to prepare the client for an external audit

Module 4 - Business Transformation, Managing Culture and Change

Introduction to Module 4

Culture and change readiness assessment

Achieving stakeholder buy-in

Effective communication and managing resistance

Applying change frameworks and planning the transformation

Sustaining change and measuring impact
Advisera holds International Accreditation from ASIC

Advisera Expert Solutions holds International Accreditation from ASIC (Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges, and Universities) with Premier Status for its commendable Areas of Operation.

ASIC Accreditation

ASIC Accreditation is a leading, globally recognised quality standard in international education. Institutions undergo an impartial and independent external assessment process to confirm their provision meets rigorous internationally accepted standards, covering the whole spectrum of its administration, governance, and educational offering. Achieving ASIC Accreditation demonstrates to students and stakeholders that an institution is a high-quality education provider that delivers safe and rewarding educational experiences and is committed to continuous improvement throughout its operation.

About ASIC

One of the largest international accreditation agencies operating in 70+ countries, ASIC is recognised in the UK by UKVI - UK Visas and Immigration (part of the Home Office of the UK Government), is ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management Systems) Accredited and is a Full Member of The International Network for Quality Assurance Agencies in Higher Education (INQAAHE), a member of the BQF (British Quality Foundation), a member of the International Schools Association (ISA), and an institutional member of EDEN (European Distance and E-Learning Network).
Is this course really free?

Yes, you get full access to all lessons and quizzes at no cost.

Do I need to be an experienced consultant to take this course?

This course is designed for consultants with at least a couple of years of experience. If you’re new to consulting, we recommend starting with Advisera's Beginners Course for Consultants (coming soon).

Is this course intended only for cybersecurity, ISO, and AI consultants?

The course is structured in such a way that it is useful for any type of consultants. However, during the course, several examples are presented for cybersecurity compliance, ISO standards, and AI governance, so consultants covering those areas will gain the most benefit from this course.

Which standards are covered in the course?

The course is not focused on particular standards, but it does give examples related to ISO 27001, ISO 9001, NIS2, DORA, ISO 42001, and other similar frameworks.

How long does it take to complete the course?

About four hours. You can complete it in one sitting or spread it over several days.

What is the deadline for attending the video lectures?

There is no time limit, so you can take as long as you need to watch the video lectures. We do, however, recommend that you watch them all within one to two weeks so that you get the most benefit from them.

Is a certificate available for this course?

Not yet — a paid certification exam will be introduced soon, which will allow you to earn an official certificate upon successful completion of the certification exam.

Can I request the certificate later if I finish the course now?

Yes, once the certification exam becomes available, you’ll be able to take the certification exam and request your certificate even if you completed the course earlier.

What tools or software do I need to attend the course?

Just a computer or mobile device, an internet connection, and your focus.

Can I use what I learn right away?

Yes — this course is full of actionable tips you can apply immediately to grow your business.

Course Instructor

How to Grow Your Cybersecurity, ISO, and AI Consultancy: Advanced Course - Advisera

Dejan Kosutic

Advisera CEO & Lead Expert for ISO 27001, ISO 22301, NIS2 and DORA

Leading expert on cybersecurity & information security and the author of several books, articles, webinars, and courses. As a premier expert, Dejan founded Advisera to help consultants and small businesses obtain the resources they need to become compliant with EU regulations and ISO standards. He believes that making complex frameworks easy to understand and simple to use creates a competitive advantage for Advisera's clients, and that AI technology is crucial for achieving this.

As an ISO 27001, NIS2, and DORA expert, Dejan helps companies find the best path to compliance by eliminating overhead and adapting the implementation to their size and industry specifics.

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How to Grow Your Cybersecurity, ISO, or AI Consultancy: Advanced Course

Introduction

Module 1 - Strategy and Growth

Module 2 - Marketing and Sales

Module 3 - Delivering Consulting Jobs

Module 4 - Business Transformation, Managing Culture and Change

Advisera holds International Accreditation from ASIC

ASIC Accreditation

About ASIC

Is this course really free?

Do I need to be an experienced consultant to take this course?

Is this course intended only for cybersecurity, ISO, and AI consultants?

Which standards are covered in the course?

How long does it take to complete the course?

What is the deadline for attending the video lectures?

Is a certificate available for this course?

Can I request the certificate later if I finish the course now?

What tools or software do I need to attend the course?

Can I use what I learn right away?

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Course Instructor

Dejan Kosutic

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