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Cybersecurity Technology
Bachelor of ScienceThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2024-2025 academic year.
- Design networks: Design, implement, and administer local-area and wide-area networks to satisfy organizational goals.Â
- Troubleshoot problems: Resolve IT system problems and meet the needs of end users by applying troubleshooting methodologies.Â
- Secure IT systems: Apply relevant policies and procedures to effectively secure and monitor IT systems.Â
- Communicate effectively: Communicate IT knowledge effectively using a wide range of presentation styles.Â
- Understand best practices: Meet organizational goals using effective workforce skills, best practices, and ethical principles.Â
- Prepare for certification: Take courses that can help prepare you for industry-specific certification exams.Â
- (3 Credits, CMIT 202)
- (3 Credits, CMIT 265)
- (3 Credits, CMIT 291)
- (3 Credits, CMIT 320)
- (3 Credits, CMIT 321)
- (3 Credits, CMIT 326)
- (3 Credits, CMIT 351)
- (3 Credits, CMIT 495)
- Three upper-level courses (9 credits) chosen from the following:
- Any upper-level CMIT courses
- (3 Credits, CCJS 321)
This degree program is designed for mid-level professionals hoping to advance their careers in a high demand industry. A cybersecurity degree may help you qualify for cybersecurity jobs such as security engineer, systems administrator, solutions architect, Linux systems administrator, information security analyst, information systems manager, cybersecurity analyst, cybersecurity engineer, and more.Â
No previous experience is needed.
- All courses available online
- Select hybrid courses available
- $324 per credit (in-state)
- $499 per credit (out-of-state)
- $250 per credit (military)
- Other fees may apply
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
Computer Science
Bachelor of ScienceThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2024-2025 academic year.
- Develop analytical skills: Develop the analytical and problem-solving skills necessary to design, implement, test, and debug computer programs.
- Apply principles: Apply mathematical principles, computer science theory, and software development fundamentals to design and build effective computing-based solutions.
- Implement solutions: Design and implement a computing-based solution to meet a given set of requirements, standards, and guidelines.
- Evaluate systems: Evaluate alternative architectures, algorithms, and systems to make informed decisions that optimize system performance.
- Communicate effectively: Communicate effectively with a range of audiences in a variety of professional contexts.
- Apply standards: Recognize local, national, and international technical standards and legal, ethical, and intellectual property regulations in practice.
- (3 Credits, CMSC 115)
- (3 Credits, CMSC 215)
- (3 Credits, CMSC 310)
- (3 Credits, CMIT 265)
- (3 Credits, CMSC 315)
- (3 Credits, CMSC 320)
- (3 Credits, CMSC 330)
- (3 Credits, CMSC 335)
- (3 Credits, CMSC 345)
- (3 Credits, CMSC 430)
- (3 Credits, CMSC 451)
- (3 Credits, CMSC 495)
Related Required Courses
The following required courses (7 credits) may be applied to general education requirements:
- (4 Credits, MATH 140)
- (3 Credits, CMSC 105)
The following required courses (7 credits) may be applied to elective requirements:
- (4 Credits, MATH 141)
- (3 Credits, CMSC 150)
This degree program is designed to help you prepare for computer science careers in many industries, including data processing, healthcare, information security, finance, and more. Potential job titles include computer scientist, software engineer, database administrator, and computer systems architect.
UMGC courses are taught by experienced faculty and address skills and competencies that are highly valued by today’s employers.
We recommend you have previous professional programming experience or experience programming as a hobby.
- All courses available online
- Select hybrid courses available
- $324 per credit (in-state)
- $499 per credit (out-of-state)
- $250 per credit (military)
- Other fees may apply
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
Cybersecurity Management & Policy
Master of ScienceThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2024-2025 academic year.
- Stay up-to-date: Understand local, state, and national cybersecurity laws and regulations.Â
- Apply cyber frameworks: Apply appropriate cybersecurity frameworks, models, standards, and controls.Â
- Manage cyber operations: Identify, assess, and manage cybersecurity-related risk.Â
- Protect company assets: Investigate and respond to cybersecurity incidents.Â
- Evaluate new technologies: Analyze the cybersecurity implications of new or emerging technologies.Â
- Create compliance programs: Establish and evaluate key cybersecurity governance processes and programs.Â
This program requires a total of 30 credits. You’ll take 15 credits of core courses, 12 elective credits, and a 3-credit capstone.
Core Courses
- (3 Credits, CMAP 605)
- (3 Credits, CMAP 615)
- (3 Credits, CMAP 625)
- (3 Credits, CMAP 635)
- (3 Credits, CMAP 645)
Elective Courses
Take four 3-credit elective courses (outlined under Select Cyber Management Elective Courses) for a total of 12 credits.
Capstone Course
- (3 Credits, CMAP 690)
This program is designed to help you prepare for cybersecurity management careers in many professional contexts. The skills you gain in this program translate to a number of industries, including healthcare, finance, homeland security, information security, and many more. UMGC courses are taught by experienced faculty and address skills and competencies that are highly valued by today’s employers.
To be successful in this program, we recommend that students have a strong academic background in IT and familiarity with IT certifications. Strong writing skills are also encouraged.
- All courses available online
- Select hybrid courses available
- $694 per credit (in-state)
- $694 per credit (out-of-state)
- $336 per credit (military)
- Other fees may apply
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.