Compare 51 Master of Science Programs in Cybersecurity

The Master of Science (M.S.) in Cybersecurity prepares individuals for demanding positions in public and private sectors overseeing, operating or protecting critical computer systems, information, networks, infrastructures, and communications networks.

Students will be well-versed to apply their knowledge and critical thinking related to domestic and international legal systems, private and public policies and ethics, as they apply cybersecurity to information protection, terrorism, fraud, theft, intelligence/ counterintelligence, digital forensics, pre-emptive and strategic force operation application situations.

The MSc Data Management and Cyber Security course focuses on a combination of technology, business and policy. It is ideal for students who have an interest in developing an in-depth specialist knowledge and a critical understanding of the key aspects of data management and cyber security.

This course will equip students with the skills to manage and analyse an organisation's data assets and security measures, and provide an understanding of data management principles, practices and technologies.

The master of science (MS) degree-seeking student should consult the Admission, Enrollment, and Academic Policies sections for policies regarding application, admission, registration and the academic policies of Webster University.

Students may not apply for dual majors because of the technical nature of this MS degree program. Students may apply for sequential degrees as long as they do not duplicate core courses.

Education at the graduate level is an expansion of the knowledge attained from undergraduate studies. Graduate education encourages the development of advanced skills, theoretical knowledge and critical thinking skills to practice the art and science of cybersecurity management.... [-]

The MSc in Data Management and Cyber Security will teach you about today’s digital world. Through a core focus on critical problem-solving skills, the programme will you ensure you are ready to face the challenges presented in the field of corporate financial management.

This one-year specialist master’s programme covers the fundamentals of data management and cyber security, with a core focus on technology, business and policy. Students will develop their professional skills to meet the ever-changing demands of today’s digital world.

The University of Law is the UK's longest-established specialist provider of legal and business education with an employability rate of 97%*. This institute has over 100 years of experience supporting students to build successful careers.... [-]

The University of Tampa's Master of Science in Cybersecurity prepares students for careers in the dynamic and growing cybersecurity industry. Rapid technology changes and the evolving threats that face modern organizations require educated and equipped cybersecurity professionals. With small class sizes and a cutting-edge cybersecurity lab, this specialized graduate program emphasizes hands-on learning using real-world tools and virtual environments.

The curriculum covers critical topics in cybersecurity and gives students the option of taking valuable courses in project management, business analytics, enterprise systems, and SAP certification. The program is also ideal for those wishing to advance in the fields of law enforcement, criminology, criminal justice, forensics, law, and government.... [-]

Start dates: September, January

Tuition fees 2019/20: UK/EU: £6,990 International: £15,000

Recently, there has been a dramatic rise in the number of high-profile cyber security incidents reported in the media, for example, the strain of ransomware WannaCry which crippled many world organisations such as the NHS. In turn, the demand for highly skilled security professional is massively growing as businesses try to bridge the ever-growing skills gap to protect their networks and data. For businesses, it is not a matter of if but rather when an attack will occur.

The UK is one of the many governments around the world which recognise the serious nature of the threat that is emerging from the cyber-sphere (so says a report published by gov.uk).... [-]

Our Master of Science degree programs provide a high level of professional education in these areas, and the curriculum covers a broad range of subjects, qualifying students for diverse job opportunities.

Both programs consists of two academic components: core requirements and concentration electives. In order to graduate with an MBA degree, students must successfully complete a minimum of 36 credits, of which 21 credits are core courses and 15 credits are concentration electives.

The core requirements consist of 7 required courses, worth 21 credits.

Syracuse University’s College of Engineering and Computer Science offers a Master of Science in Cybersecurity program delivered online. The program prepares students with the necessary foundations for the design and development of assured, secure computer systems in order to predict, prevent, and respond to cyber attacks.

The M.S. in Cybersecurity provides the necessary foundations for the design and development of systems that are assured to be secure, focusing on two aspects of computing systems: design of secure systems that exhibit confidentiality, integrity, and availability through authentication, reference monitoring, and sound design and implementation, and design of assured systems, which are secure systems whose properties are verified or proven.... [-]

The rapid growth of online environments and global networks of interconnected devices (Internet of Things) leaves governments, businesses, and organizations exposed to new types of cyber security risks. As costs of global cybercrimes continue to skyrocket, demand for professionals skilled at assessing and managing cyber risk is growing rapidly as well.

Mercyhurst’s online Cyber Risk Management integrates traditional elements of risk management with cutting-edge science in big data and cyber security, providing you with the skills to assess and mitigate cyber risks and protect intellectual property. Coursework highlights the technical, legal and business aspects of cyber risk management, with special emphasis on monetizing cyber risk through insurance.... [-]

The Tufts University M.S. in Cybersecurity and Public Policy is an innovative on-campus master’s degree offered jointly by The Fletcher School and the Department of Computer Science in the Tufts School of Engineering. Graduates will be able to help organizations analyze policies for reducing risk and improving security, identify and manage cyber risk, and recover from cyber-attacks.

Students will fulfill a minimum of 10 courses or 30 credits over the course of 12-16 months, divided between computer science and policy studies. The following courses are required (though the first two below may be waived if a student has a computer science background):

Recent cyberattacks have highlighted the importance of cybersecurity. Organizations need professionals at all levels—not just in the IT department—who understand the technical, legal and business aspects of cybersecurity risk management, as well as how to safeguard privacy.

Only the MS in Cybersecurity Risk Management from Indiana University will give you the unique—and valuable—ability to identify and mitigate a wide range of cyber threats in your chosen career path.

This degree program brings together cybersecurity courses from three of IU’s top-ranked schools—the School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering, the Kelley School of Business and the Maurer School of Law—and uniquely focuses on the intersection of technology, business, and law.... [-]

The Master of Science in Cybersecurity in Computer Science degree program was created to respond to the large and fast-growing need for technical cybersecurity experts nationally and internationally. A large and lucrative job market with a variety of jobs is available to graduates of the program.

Master of Science in Cybersecurity in Computer Science is the first such degree in the Nation’s capital, and one of a few graduate degrees in cybersecurity in the U.S. and around the world. It is different from both the M.S. in computer science degree and the graduate certificate in computers security and information assurance.

This program provides the necessary foundations for the design and development of systems that are assured to be secure, focusing on two aspects of computing systems:

30 credits are required for the program. Students must take four core courses and six elective courses for a total of 30 credits, with a final GPA of 3.0 in these courses. Up to 9 credits may be transferred from other schools, upon evaluation of details by the program director or department chair.... [-]

The MSc in Cyber Security and Management is designed for those wishing to develop a career as a cybersecurity professional, or to take a leading technical or managerial role in an organisation critically dependent upon data and information communication technology. It is suitable for those from a computer science or information technology education background or courses with a significant component of either. Work experience will also be considered.

The course is modular; each student takes a combination of core and elective modules. 9 modules are studied and assessed in total. Modules consist of nominally 40 hours directed tuition in the form of lectures, seminars, group work, presentations, case studies and e-learning. This is covered in a full-immersion, intensive week.... [-]

The programme provides students with core skills in wide aspects of the security of information systems and specialised skills in the chosen specialisation. Students get a unique chance to study under high-level cyber security practitioners from Estonian banks, telecoms, law enforcement, CERT and the NATO Cooperative Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence.

Main specialisations

Cyber Security; Digital Forensics; Cryptography

The programme is taught jointly by the two largest public universities in Estonia. The Cyber Security and Digital Forensics studies are concentrated in Tallinn, while the specialisation in Cryptography is concentrated in Tartu. Upon successful completion of the programme, students will receive a joint degree signed by both universities - TalTech University and the University of Tartu.... [-]