Master of Science in Cybersecurity with a Specialization in IT and Cybersecurity Policy Online
Enhance your ability to identify and eliminate threats to critical networks in this multidisciplinary online program that combines aspects of computer science, management and criminal justice.
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Program Overview
Get to know the M.S. in Cybersecurity – IT Policy online program
Prepare for leading roles combating cyberattacks with the online Master of Science in Cybersecurity with a Concentration in IT and Cybersecurity Policy from La Salle University. You will gain experience creating and analyzing plans to protect personal and corporate infrastructures as you learn from our experienced faculty. Benefit from curriculum that focuses on current trends in cybersecurity.
This online master’s cybersecurity policy program deepens your understanding of strategies for reducing breaches and mitigating damages while equipping you to manage information technology and cybersecurity processes. Designed for working professionals, our 100 percent online coursework develops your ability to oversee authentication and access controls.
Graduates of the online M.S. in Cybersecurity – IT and Cybersecurity Policy program will learn how to:
- Explain internet structures, enterprise network structures and consulting services related to network infrastructures
- Identify and analyze federal global legislation related to security and data threats
- Differentiate between cybercrime, cyber espionage and cyberwar
- Analyze plans to protect personal, corporate and national infrastructures
- Formulate plans for securing and analyzing digital forensic data
- Explain internet structures, enterprise network structures and consulting services related to network infrastructures
- Identify and analyze federal global legislation related to security and data threats
- Differentiate between cybercrime, cyber espionage and cyberwar
- Analyze plans to protect personal, corporate and national infrastructures
- Formulate plans for securing and analyzing digital forensic data
Upon completion of the online M.S. in Cybersecurity – IT and Cybersecurity Policy program, you will be prepared for a variety of cybersecurity management roles, including:
- Information Security Analyst
- Security Auditor
- Compliance Auditor
- Information Security Analyst
- Security Auditor
- Compliance Auditor
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Tuition
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Our M.S. in Cybersecurity – IT and Cybersecurity Policy online program offers affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition which is the same for in-state and out-of-state students. All program and course fees are included in the total tuition cost.
Tuition breakdown:
Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program |
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M.S. in Cybersecurity – IT and Cybersecurity Policy | $1,015 | $3,045 | $30,450 |
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
Key dates to remember
La Salle University online programs are delivered in an accelerated format ideal for working professionals, conveniently featuring multiple start dates each year.
Now enrolling:
Term | Start Date | App Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Class End Date | Term Length |
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Fall 1 | 8/28/23 | 8/14/23 | 8/18/23 | 8/23/23 | 8/24/23 | 10/22/23 | 8 weeks |
Fall 2 | 10/23/23 | 10/9/23 | 10/13/23 | 10/13/23 | 10/19/23 | 12/17/23 | 8 weeks |
Spring I | 1/16/24 | 1/1/24 | 1/5/24 | 1/5/24 | 1/11/24 | 3/10/24 | 8 weeks |
Spring II | 3/18/24 | 3/4/24 | 3/8/24 | 3/8/24 | 3/14/24 | 5/9/24 | 8 weeks |
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Admissions
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Applications for the M.S. in Cybersecurity – IT and Cybersecurity Policy are evaluated on a holistic basis. The Admissions Committee takes into account interest, aptitude and potential for achievement in graduate studies. The requirements include:
Admission Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- No GMAT required
Prior to evaluation by the Admissions Committee, applicants must submit the following:
- Transcript(s) from the college/university where you earned your bachelor’s degree and, if applicable, master’s degree. You will be notified if you need to submit additional transcripts for advising purposes.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- No GMAT/GRE required
- A current professional resume
- Provide a personal statement (about 500 words in length) explaining why you are interested in this program, your qualifications and how this program will assist with your professional goals
Documentation can be sent via email to [email protected]. If you need to submit official documents by mail, send them to:
La Salle University
Office of Adult Enrollment
Box 112
1900 West Olney Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19141
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Courses
Explore what you’ll learn in the M.S. in Cybersecurity – IT Policy online program
For the M.S. in Cybersecurity – IT and Cybersecurity Policy online, the curriculum is comprised of six core courses, three specialty courses and the integrated capstone course.
La Salle University is ranked in the top 50 percent of national universities nationwide by U.S. News & World Report (2023).
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