2022-2023 Graduate Catalog 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2022-2023 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Information Protection and Security Certificate


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This 12-credit certificate prepares individuals for the responsibilities of protecting national security agencies or corporate information systems. The basics of information systems security as well as the legal issues and cyberresponse strategies are reviewed. Computer gaming simulations as well as online attack and defense techniques are presented for student assignments. 

By the end of the program, students will be able to:

  • Create high-level cybersecurity best practices
  • Identify key indicators of cyber threats
  • Develop strategies to safeguard against cyber security threats

 

Restricted Electives (6 credits)


Choose two electives (6 credits total) from the following:

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