Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security

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The Cyber Security certificate provides students with a concentrated and in-depth exposure to critical infrastructure security concerns to enhance professional capability. Individuals holding a baccalaureate degree in Computer Science or a related field would be suitable candidates for this program.

Applicants seeking admission to the graduate certificate program in Cyber Security must submit the following directly to the Office of Graduate Admissions:

  1. Graduate Application
  2. Application fee
  3. Official transcript from the baccalaureate degree granting institution
  4. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a closely related field with a minimum GPA of 3.0
  5. Up-to-date Resume

Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security

Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security
Specified Courses
COSC 5310Cryptography & Steganography3
COSC 5330Malware3
DFSC 5315Network and Cyber Security3
DFSC 6310Cyber Warfare & Terrorism3
Elective
DFSC 5336Business Continuity Management3
or DFSC 5318 Cyber Law
Total Hours15