he Cisco Academy at the Bulgarian Industrial Association invites you to join a new initiative launched by Cisco Systems, bringing together technology and sports —
the EMEA Cisco Networking Academy Cup, in collaboration with Real Madrid – CyberCup2026
This innovative competition engages Cisco Academies from across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the CIS region. Its goal is to develop skills, encourage collaboration, and stimulate innovation.
As part of this initiative, starting January 12, 2026, the Cisco Academy at the Bulgarian Industrial Association provides you with the opportunity to enroll free of charge in the courses listed below.
You will need to review the course materials and complete the assessments by March 8, 2026.
You may choose one, several, or all of the courses by registering through the link provided for each of them.
If you do not already have an account on the Cisco Networking Academy platform (netacad.com), you can easily create one or sign in using your Google profile.
Available courses:
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Introduction to Cybersecurity
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Introduction to Modern AI
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Introduction to IoT and Digital Transformation
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Digital Safety and Security Awareness
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Networking Basics
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Industrial Networking Essentials
These courses are self-paced. Upon completing the quizzes and the final exam with a score of 70% or higher, you will receive the corresponding digital badge.
Cisco’s digital badges are verifiable and shareable achievements that can be displayed on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Xing, shared via email or a direct link, or embedded into a website or blog.
The top-performing academies will compete in the final event on April 17, 2026.
Participation in the courses does not require participation in the competition.
The courses are intended for beginners — no prior knowledge is required.
Skills in demand:
Basic networking knowledge, security expertise, and competencies in emerging technologies are essential to keep pace with rapid technological change, including the integration of artificial intelligence in networks and cybersecurity.
Benefits:
These courses provide learners with fundamental knowledge and skills to understand and address cybersecurity threats, use AI responsibly, support digital transformation through the Internet of Things, maintain digital safety, and build strong networking capabilities.
