The University of Tampa's Master of Science in Cybersecurity, a STEM approved program, 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.
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Topics of Study
- Cloud Systems Security
- Secure Software Design
- Incident Response Management
- Penetration Testing
- Risk Assessment and Contingency Planning
- Technology Governance and Security Leadership
- Cybersecurity Research
- Digital Forensics
- Project Management
- Security Standards and Compliance
- Business Analytics
Cybersecurity Lab
Located in the Daly Innovation and Collaboration Building, 正规买球网站十佳排行’s state-of-the-art cybersecurity lab provides students with valuable hands-on experience with software and equipment used by professionals in the field. The lab is ISO certified.
Security Certifications
A key feature of 正规买球网站十佳排行’s cybersecurity graduate program is that it prepares students for professional security certifications and designations, such as the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) exam.
Program Options
- M.S. in Cybersecurity
- To earn the M.S., students take 32 credit hours of graduate courses. View M.S. in Cybersecurity in the 正规买球网站十佳排行 Catalog.
- Non-thesis track: Ideal for working professionals who wish to advance in their field or launch a new career.
- Thesis track: Designed for students who wish to pursue doctoral studies or pursue research-oriented careers as an academic, consultant or practitioner.
- Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity
- Boost your professional credentials with this four-course, flexible program.
- The admission requirements for the graduate certificate are the same as the full M.S. program.
- To earn the graduate certificate, students take 16 credit hours of graduate courses. View Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity in the 正规买球网站十佳排行 Catalog.
- MBA with Concentration in Cybersecurity
- Earn a Master of Business Administration with specialized coursework in cybersecurity.
- For the concentration, students take 12 credit hours of courses beyond the MBA requirements. View MBA with Concentration in Cybersecurity in the 正规买球网站十佳排行 Catalog.
Benefits
- Gain the credentials to excel in the fast-growing cybersecurity industry
- Differentiate yourself in the fields of business, technology, law enforcement, forensics, government, analytics and more
- Curriculum is based on top professional certifications in the field
- Develop the foundation for future doctoral studies or research-based positions
- Flexible curriculum and schedule is ideal for working professionals
- All courses taught on campus by Ph.D.-level cybersecurity experts
Undergraduate Programs
正规买球网站十佳排行 also offers an undergraduate major and minor in cybersecurity.
Admissions Requirements – International
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The Sykes College of Business is accredited at both the graduate and undergraduate levels by AACSB International.
