Master of Science in Cybersecurity

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Master of Science in Cybersecurity

Master of Science in Cybersecurity

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Take the Lead in One of Tech’s Most In-Demand Specialties with an MS in Cybersecurity

100% Online Learning

Excelsior University is proud to be designated a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense with learning aligned with the academic requirements for cybersecurity set by the National Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security. The challenging, career-oriented online MS in Cybersecurity curriculum focuses on deepening your knowledge in key areas such as data communication, ethics, legal and compliance issues, operational process, ethical hacking, software security, project management, risk management, and defensive technologies.

A cybersecurity expert knows that the most complex challenges can’t be solved in a vacuum. In Excelsior’s unique set of core courses, you’ll work on interactive projects with your fellow students from across our programs and disciplines to begin your graduate education building connections and expanding your worldview. By the end of the program, you’ll be ready to pursue senior-level positions in cybersecurity management, analysis, security and compliance, governance, investigation, and penetration testing.

Learn more about the National Cybersecurity Institute at Excelsior University, an academic and research center dedicated to assisting government, industry, military, and academic sectors meet the challenges in cybersecurity policy, technology, and education.

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PROGRAM DETAILS

Online MS in Cybersecurity

  • Major Core21 Credits
  • Concentration9 Credits
Transfer up to 15 credits of graduate-level credit completed within the past five years.

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  • Information Assurance
    • The Information Assurance concentration prepares you to take a hands-on role combating cybersecurity threats, with courses focusing on software control management tools, software integration, cyber defense mitigation, and digital forensics.

    • Major Requirement
    • General Education Requirement
    • University Requirement
    • Arts and Sciences Elective
    • Concentration Requirement
    • Prerequisite to Major Courses

    * Denotes alternative courses are available.

    ZTC Denotes a Zero Textbook Cost course.

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    Inge Black
    Earning my master’s in cybersecurity from Excelsior University gave me the knowledge, tools, and confidence to advance my cybersecurity career. The ability to coordinate both mandatory and optional courses with my Excelsior advisor provided me with challenging and hands-on courses that are necessary in the constantly evolving world of cybersecurity. Instructors were experts in the courses taught, personable and present, and willing to go above and beyond for any student needing guidance.

    Inge Sebyan Black
    Master of Science in Cybersecurity, 2023

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    Institutional Accreditation

    Excelsior University is an accredited institution and a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE or the Commission) www.msche.org. Excelsior University’s accreditation status is accreditation reaffirmed. The Commission’s most recent action on the institution’s accreditation status on June 23, 2022 was to reaffirm accreditation. MSCHE is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education to conduct accreditation and pre-accreditation (candidate status) activities for institutions of higher education including distance, correspondence education, and direct assessment programs offered at those institutions. The Commission’s geographic area of accrediting activities is throughout the United States.

    All of Excelsior University’s academic programs are registered (i.e., approved) by the New York State Education Department.