Program Overview

Cybersecurity Operations Certificate

The Cybersecurity Operations Certificate is a dynamic program that accommodates the busy schedules of working professionals and can be completed in one year of part-time study.

Program Overview

The program is designed to prepare students to excel in the rapidly growing field of cybersecurity. The cybersecurity operations certificate pathway includes three required cybersecurity courses and one student-selected exploratory elective on a cybersecurity topic of interest or professional relevance.

At a Glance

• Terms of Admission: Fall, Spring
• Campus Locations: Catonsville, Online, Shady Grove
• Schedule: Part-time
• Department: Office of Professional Programs
• College: College of Engineering and Information Technology
• Program Designations: Professional Programs

Why Earn Your Certificate in Cybersecurity Operations?

Cybersecurity is a dynamic industry that is constantly changing and has grown to impact all aspects of government, business, and society. Qualified cybersecurity professionals are in high demand at all levels, from technologists and warriors to managers, directors, and cybersecurity leaders.

Career Options

UMBCs certificate programs in cybersecurity will prepare students to excel in this rapidly growing field. Students can earn the certificate by itself or use it as a stepping stone to a cybersecurity masters degree.

Tuition, Scholarships, and Financial Aid

UMBC participates in all federal and state student financial aid programs and offers scholarships and assistantships through the Graduate School, Graduate Departments, and the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships.

Application Requirements

• A 3.0 GPA or above on a 4.0 scale
• Statement outlining the students goals and expectations in the program
• Current resume
• Recommendation letters (optional)
• Official transcript(s) from each college and university attended
• GRE is not required

Application Deadlines

Fall Semester

• Domestic Students: Apply by August 1
• International Students: Apply by May 1

Spring Semester

• Domestic Students: Apply by December 1
• International Students: Apply by October 1

Program Contacts

• Main Contact: Admissions
• Program Director - Main Campus: Richard Forno
• Program Director - Shady Grove: Behnam Shariati
• Shady Grove Contact:
• Program Coordinator: Current Student Help

UMBC Graduate School Admissions Office Contact Information

• Mailing Address: UMBC Graduate School, 1000 Hilltop Circle, Baltimore, MD 21250
• Admissions Staff: Available from Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.