Program Overview

Data Science with Concentration in Cybersecurity

The Data Science with Concentration in Cybersecurity program is a nine-course certificate program that combines the power of big data with the protection of technological infrastructures. This program is perfect for multidisciplinary professionals seeking to learn or enhance data analytics skills, IT professionals expanding their areas of expertise to include cybersecurity, aspiring data scientists looking to build skills in data management, visualization, and programming, international students aiming to maintain full-time status while learning in-demand skills in technical fields, and tech workers interested in learning about infrastructure, securing networks, and defending against cyberattacks.

Program Overview

The program offers skills from two in-demand specialties in one combined environment. It covers foundational tools and techniques for analyzing data, delivering insights, and building forecasting models. Students will gain expertise in Python, exploratory data analysis (EDA), and advanced data visualization using R and Tableau. The program also focuses on the management of big data, types of NoSQL data stores, and the Hadoop ecosystem.

Key Takeaways

• Learn foundational tools and techniques for analyzing data, delivering insights, and building forecasting models
• Gain expertise in Python, exploratory data analysis (EDA), and advanced data visualization using R and Tableau
• Understand the management of big data, types of NoSQL data stores, and the Hadoop ecosystem
• Discover how to create security policies, risk assessments, disaster recovery plans, and post-attack protocols and procedures
• Explore concepts needed for the CompTIA Security+ and other certifications
• Get hands-on experience with OSI stack security, hacking methodology and mitigation, penetration testing, and defensive strategies

Formats and Duration

The program is available in online or in-person formats and can be completed in 3 quarters full-time or 2 years part-time.

International Students

This certificate is approved for international students to study full-time in the U.S. on an F-1 visa. International students must meet English language proficiency requirements for admission into the program.

Enrollment and Candidacy

Courses in this program are open enrollment and paid for individually. Students may take courses without committing to the program. To become a candidate, students must establish candidacy in the program to receive tailored information, lock in course requirements, and access exclusive student benefits.

Cost and Fees

• Application and Candidacy Fee: $200
• Estimated Textbooks and Materials: $1000
• Estimated Program Tuition: $9855
• International Student Fees: Not included in the estimated program tuition

Payment Options

The program is not eligible for VA Benefits, and Federal Financial Aid is not available.

Required Courses

The program consists of 9 required courses, including:

• Introduction to Data Science
• Exploratory Data Analysis and Visualization
• Big Data Management
• Fundamentals of Cybersecurity
• Information Systems Infrastructure Security Management
• Network, Operating System and Database Security
• Cybersecurity Lab (Defensive Tools)
• Cybersecurity Lab (Offensive Tools)
• Machine Learning (choose one course from the available options)

Related Programs

Related certificate programs include:

• Data Science Certificate
• Cybersecurity Certificate
• GIS and Geospatial Technology Certificate
• Blockchain Technology Management Certificate
• Software Development Certificate
• Systems Analysis Certificate

These programs offer specialized training in various fields, including data science, cybersecurity, GIS, blockchain, software development, and systems analysis.