The Master of Science in Cybersecurity Management degree program is designed for individuals who want to focus on Security Policy Development and Compliance by obtaining the necessary skills and abilities for the development of organizational policies related to information assurance/cyber defense and the analysis of operational systems for compliance with applicable IA/CD-related laws and policies.
A Secure Future in Cybersecurity
As data breaches increase, so does the demand for cybersecurity. Some of the top industries faced with cybersecurity threats include health care, education, government agencies, financial institutions, and professional services. With your M.S. degree in Cybersecurity Management, you can lead the charge in minimizing the business impact of an attack. Your degree offers you opportunities in a vast number of industries and locations and comes with great earning potential (According to Salary.com, IS and Cybersecurity Managers make an average of $133,760 annually).
NSU’s Cybersecurity Management degree program focuses on risk management and policies and procedures associated with organizational cybersecurity. Your classes are taught by experts in the field and include experiential learning and case study analyses that help reinforce key concepts. You have the option of taking courses on campus or online, giving you the flexibility to continue working while you complete your degree.
Upon completion of the program you’ll be prepared for careers in managing and governing cybersecurity in information systems and organizations. You’ll have the skills to anticipate and respond to real-world cybersecurity threats, develop security policies, track compliance and more. Secure your future by helping organizations secure their systems.
Why Earn Your M.S. in Cybersecurity Management at NSU?
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Advance your future with new 8-week courses and complete your degree in 1 year.
STEM Designation
An integrated approach to learning in the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
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Center for Information Protection, Education, and Research (CIPhER)
NSU hosts the nationally and internationally recognized CIPhER as a leader in cybersecurity education, as well as an innovation center in the research and development of solutions to real-world cybersecurity problems.
National Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (NCAE-C) - Cyber Defense (CD)
Designated since 2005
Student-Led Cybersecurity Student Organization
NSU_eHACKERS members enjoy joint activities, like hands-on preparations for ethical hacking exercises and invited guest lectures by industry leaders and government agents
National Cybersecurity Competitions
Students actively participate in cybersecurity competitions, like DEF CON, Department of Energy CyberForce Competition, and Facebook Capture the Flag Competition
NSA-Designated University
The National Security Agency (NSA) and its affiliated federal agencies have designated NSU as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (NCAE-C) Cyber Defense (CD) and Cyber Research (R). NSU is among the few institutions around the nation to obtain both designations. Learn more.
Quick Facts
Curriculum
NSU’s M.S. in Cybersecurity Management is 30 total credits (10 courses) to complete. 8 week courses are available, so you can earn your degree in 1 year.
Start Dates
All College of Computing and Engineering master's degree programs begin in August, January, and May.
Delivery Options
Classes for the M.S. in Cybersecurity Management program are offered online or at our Fort Lauderdale/Davie campus.
Tuition
Visit the Tuition and Fees page for more information.
Career Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
A graduate with an M.S. in Cybersecurity Management will have the ability to:
- Communicate cybersecurity management concepts professionally
- Develop of organizational policies related to cybersecurity for effective solutions
- Apply knowledge of information security compliance with applicable policies to perform cyber risk management analysis using recognized cybersecurity standards
- Demonstrate knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) to apply security control measures to mitigate cyber risks
Cybersecurity Management Curriculum
Program Sheet Prerequisite Courses*
Credits
MSIT 501
Foundations of Programming, Data Structures, and Algorithms (MSIT 501 / Credits: 3 )
3
Core Courses (30 credits)
Credits
MMIS 621
Information Systems Project Management (MMIS 621 / Credits: 3 )
3
MMIS 623
Ethics in Computing (MMIS 623 / Credits: 3 )
3
MSIT 630
Database Management and Applications (MSIT 630 / Credits: 3 )
3
MMIS 653
Telecommunications and Computer Networking (MMIS 653 / Credits: 3 )
3
MMIS 680
Human-Computer Interaction (MMIS 680 / Credits: 3 )
3
ISEC 615
Fundamentals of Cybersecurity (ISEC 615 / Credits: 3 )
3
ISEC 635
Information Security Operations Management (ISEC 635 / Credits: 3 )
3
ISEC 655
Information Security Governance (ISEC 655 / Credits: 3 )
3
ISEC 675
Information System Auditing (ISEC 675 / Credits: 3 )
3
ISEC 695
Information Security Management Project (ISEC 695 / Credits: 3 )
3
*Applicants who do not have adequate academic backgrounds may be required to take the 500-level graduate prerequisite course during the first term of the program.
Students who wish to take an elective (above the 10 required courses) must request approval from the program office prior to registration.
Courses at the 500 level, when required, must be completed prior to taking courses at the 600 level. All 500-level courses must be completed with a grade of ‘B’ or higher to continue in the cybersecurity management program.
For a full list of all course descriptions, visit coursewizard.nova.edu.
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