Online Master's in Cybersecurity Management and Leadership

Program Overview

The University of New Haven's Online Master's in Cyber Risk Management equips professionals with the skills to manage technology, cyber risk, and secure networks. Delivered 100% online, the program aligns with industry frameworks and prepares students for certifications. Graduates are prepared for leadership roles in cybersecurity, IT, and business management.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview: This program aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills they need to manage technology, cyber risk, secure networks, and achieve organizational goals.
It focuses on integrating business operations, technology, and risk management.
• Objectives: Graduates will be able to:
• Formulate a vision that integrates business operations, technology, and risk management.
• Provide strategic and operational direction for the organization's cybersecurity.
• Establish and maintain the organization's cyber strategy, system security plans, business continuity, and service delivery plans.
• Manage risk and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Description:
• The program is delivered 100% online and is tailored for working professionals and busy adults.
• Aligns with the National Institute of Standards and Technology's NICE Cybersecurity Workforce Framework.
• Prepares students for industry certifications like CISSP and CISM.
• Emphasizes both strategic leadership and practical management practices.
• Features a curriculum that covers leadership theory and application, executive communication, strategy and governance, information security, incident detection, crisis response, and cyber-oriented business operations.

Outline:

• Program Structure:
• 30 credits
• 1.5 years to complete
• Delivered 100% online
• Asynchronous learning environment
• Weekly live sessions with faculty
• Strategy and Governance: Understanding the role of cybersecurity in achieving organizational goals and aligning cyber risk management practices with overall business strategy.
This includes network security, cryptography, access control, and data security.
• Incident Detection and Response: Learning how to identify, analyze, and respond to cyber security incidents and breaches effectively.
This module covers incident response planning, forensics, and threat intelligence.
• Crisis Response Planning: Developing crisis response plans to effectively manage cyber security crises and minimize their impact on the organization.
• Cyber-Oriented Business Operations: Understanding the impact of cyber risk on business operations and developing strategies to mitigate those risks while optimizing business processes.

Assessment:

• Continuous assessment: Regular assignments, quizzes, and participation in online discussions.
• Capstone project: A culminating project requiring students to apply the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the program to a real-world cyber risk management case study.

Teaching:

• Faculty: Experienced professionals with strong backgrounds in cybersecurity and business leadership.
• Teaching methods:
• Asynchronous online learning with weekly live sessions
• Interactive online discussions
• Case studies and real-world examples
• Individualized feedback from faculty

Careers:

• Job opportunities: Information security analyst, cyber risk manager, IT security manager, security architect, etc.
• High demand: Significant job growth projected in cyber security field.
• Potential for leadership roles: Graduates are prepared to assume leadership positions in various sectors, including IT, cybersecurity, and business management.

Other:

• Accreditation: The Pompea College of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
• Cost: $852 per credit hour for a total of 30 credits.
• Financial aid options: Available to eligible students.
• Application requirements: Bachelor's degree, official transcripts, resume, statement of purpose, and two letters of recommendation.

The tuition fee is $852 per credit hour and includes 30 credits.