Program Overview

Online Bachelor of Business Administration Degree in Cybersecurity

The Online Bachelor of Business Administration Degree in Cybersecurity is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to defend businesses from cybercrime. The program focuses on building a general knowledge of business alongside highly marketable cybersecurity skills.

Program Overview

The program is offered 100% online, allowing students to personalize their experience and fit it into their schedule. The coursework is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity, including technical skills and theory, real-world experience, and hands-on labs.

Curriculum

The curriculum includes a range of courses, such as:

• IS 1003: Unlocking Cyber
• IS 2053: Programming Languages I with Scripting
• IS 3033: Operating Systems Security
• IS 3413: Introduction to Telecommunications for Business
• IS 3423: Network Security
• IS 3513: Information Assurance and Security
• IS 3523: Intrusion Detection and Incident Response
• IS 4543: Cyber Attack and Defend I

Minor in Digital Forensics

The minor in Digital Forensics is open to all majors in the university. The minor requires 18 semester credit hours of coursework, including:

• IS 3433: Cyber Crime Investigation Principles
• IS 3513: Information Assurance and Security
• IS 3523: Intrusion Detection and Incident Response
• IS 3533: Cyber Law and Legal System
• IS 4483: Digital Forensic Analysis I
• IS 4523: Digital Forensic Analysis II

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to the program, students must meet the university's regular undergraduate admission requirements. Direct admission to the BBA program is available for students who meet certain requirements, including completing a higher-level mathematics course in their first semester.

Technology Requirements

Students are required to have a laptop that meets the minimum standards set by the university. The minimum requirements can be reviewed on the university's website.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program can pursue careers in a variety of fields, including:

• Cybersecurity Analyst
• Network Security Analyst
• Cybersecurity/Information Security Specialist
• Chief Risk Officer
• Cybersecurity Consultant
• Vulnerability Assessment Analyst

Tuition and Financial Aid

The tuition for the program is $525 per unit, with each class consisting of three units. Financial aid is available, including grants, loans, and scholarships. Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be eligible for financial aid.

Time to Completion

The program can be completed in as few as eight terms for full-time students and 13 terms for part-time students. Actual time to completion will vary based on credits previously earned and eligible for transfer.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How much does the program cost?: Tuition is $525 per unit, with each class consisting of three units.
• What financial aid and resources are available?: Financial aid is available, including grants, loans, and scholarships. Students must complete the FAFSA to be eligible.
• What careers can I pursue with a BBA in Cybersecurity?: Graduates can pursue careers in cybersecurity, network security, and related fields.
• What kind of job placement and employment support will be available to me?: The university offers lifelong access to the Career Center, which provides resources and services to help students achieve their career goals.