Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Enterprise Cybersecurity

Overview

The Certificate in Cybersecurity is designed for current SFSU MBA students and working professionals who wish to begin or expand their knowledge of Cybersecurity. This academic, post-baccalaureate certificate will be documented in the student's transcript and signal their interest and preparation in seeking jobs related to cybersecurity in business and non-profit organizations.

Requirements

• 4-year Bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Basic knowledge of Information Systems provided by San Francisco State's ISYS 363 or ISYS 782 course (or equivalent)
• To be admitted to the certificate, students must have completed a baccalaureate degree and be admitted as a graduate student at the university
• All coursework required for the certificate must be completed with a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Only courses completed with grades of C or better may be included to meet the certificate requirements

Admissions Requirements

• Completed baccalaureate degree
• Admitted as a graduate student at the university
• Meet Level 1 and Level 2 writing requirements in their degree program

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Formulate and modify business strategy that incorporates cybersecurity measures to protect organizational physical and digital assets.
2. Formulate and modify business strategy through cybersecurity integrated solutions to improve, manage and innovate enterprise business processes.
3. Assume a leadership role in the design, development and implementation of technology solutions that incorporate cybersecurity tools and measures to protect enterprise assets and resources.
4. Communicate cybersecurity recommendations to address enterprise challenges and opportunities via oral and written presentations to the top management body in the organization.

Course List

Certificate Details

• The curriculum is designed to prepare students to apply business skills and succeed in supervisory or managerial positions in both for-profit as well as not-for-profit organizations.
• It is a 3 course, 9 unit certificate.