Program Overview
The Foundations of Cybersecurity certificate program combines insights from criminal justice, information technology, and political science to equip students with the knowledge and skills to address cybersecurity challenges in various organizations. Designed for part-time students, this program emphasizes cybersecurity literacy, workforce expectations, and specialization options in information technologies, research, or law enforcement. Graduates will be prepared for careers in government agencies, intelligence, military, business, and financial services.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Foundations of Cybersecurity certificate program is an interdisciplinary undergraduate certificate program offered by the School of Criminal Justice, Department of Information Technology, and the Department of Political Science. It aims to empower students from various disciplines to understand the behavioral, technical, and policy challenges of securing cyberspace and digital life. The program addresses the growing need for professionals who can manage cybersecurity challenges in companies, governments, and organizations.
Careers:
Graduates of this undergraduate certificate will be equipped to work in organizations where information security is crucial. They will be able to work with government agencies, law enforcement, local, state, and federal governments, non-government organizations, intelligence, military, business, and financial services.
Other:
- The program is designed to provide students with cybersecurity literacy and meet workforce expectations in the field.
- Students can specialize in information technologies, research, or policy, law enforcement, and governmental services.
- The certificate program is limited to students currently in the United States and is not available for full-time pursuit.
- The program requires a minimum GPA of 2.0 and must be completed within a maximum of 2 years from the enrollment date.
