Program Overview
The Master of Science (MS) in Cybersecurity program equips students with advanced knowledge and skills to lead in the ever-evolving landscape of information security. Through a blend of theoretical learning and applied practice, students will engage in areas such as threat analysis, digital forensics, cryptography, and IT policy development. The program is ideal for professionals aiming to address complex cybersecurity challenges and drive strategic security initiatives in both the public and private sectors.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- 1 Foster advanced cybersecurity knowledge to design and implement robust solutions for complex organizational and societal challenges.
- 2 Critically evaluate and apply advanced cybersecurity theories and frameworks, integrating biblical principles of wisdom and discernment to inform strategic decision-making.
- 3 Communicate expert-level cybersecurity knowledge effectively to diverse stakeholders, including technical and non-technical audiences, demonstrating strong communication and leadership.
- 4 Conduct original research and analysis in cybersecurity, applying advanced quantitative and qualitative methods while adhering to the highest standards of academic integrity.
- 5 Formulate and advocate for cybersecurity policies and best practices that promote justice, security, and the responsible use of technology in a global context.
Methods of Instruction
Methods of instruction vary depending on the nature of the course. In general, courses will be experiential and practical, emphasizing real-life business practices.
Graduation Requirements
The Master of Science (MS) in Cybersecurity degree will be awarded to the student upon successful completion of at least 36 semester credits of core courses with a minimum Grade Point Average of 3.00 and the successful completion of an internship program.
Course Requirements
COURSE REQUIREMENTS (36 SEMESTER CREDITS)| MIS 505 | Data Privacy Management | 3 Credits |
| MIS 510 | Network Security Monitoring and Intrusion Detection | 3 Credits |
| MIS 515 | IT Compliance and Audit | 3 Credits |
| MIS 520 | IT Finance | 3 Credits |
| CYB 500 | Cybersecurity Foundations | 3 Credits |
| CYB 504 | Information Security Management & Leadership | 3 Credits |
| CYB 510 | Cyber Analytics and Intelligence | 3 Credits |
| CYB 555 | Enterprise Security Infrastructure Design | 3 Credits |
| CYB 560 | Cyber Risk Management | 3 Credits |
| CYB 565 | Contingency Planning and Response | 3 Credits |
| CYB 570 | Cybersecurity Capstone | 3 Credits |
| BUS 514 | Management Information System | 3 Credits |
Units of Credit
Academic work is established by semester credit hours. One (1) semester credit hour equals forty-five (45) units comprised of the following academic activities:
- One clock hour in a didactic learning environment = 2 units
- One clock hour in a supervised laboratory setting of instruction = 1.5 units
- One clock hour of externship = 1 unit
- One clock hour of out-of-class work and/or preparation for the didactic learning environment, or supervised laboratory setting of instruction = 0.5 unit
One (1) clock hour equals a minimum instruction time of fifty (50) minutes of supervised or directed instruction and appropriate break(s).