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Nov 21, 2024
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2020-2021 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Certificate in Cybersecurity
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School: California School of Management and Leadership
Modality(ies): Hybrid, on-ground, online
Calendar(s): 8-week term
CIP Code: 11.1003
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Program Description/Overview
With the rise of cybercrime (hackings, data breaches, and cyberattacks) affecting government and private organizations and individuals, the demand for cybersecurity jobs has increased exponentially. California demand’s data shows a shortage of over 36,000 cybersecurity jobs. Academic institutions are attempting to close this cybersecurity talent gaps across the country. A certificate in cyber security would be a key to opportunities in this challenging field.
The 9 credits in this graduate certificate are graduate-level credits and students can transfer the certificate courses to Alliant’s Master of Science in Information Systems Technology (MS-IST) degree program.
Program Learning Outcomes/Goals
- Understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals
- Identifying computer and network vulnerabilities
- Risk management and mitigation of databases and critical infrastructure
- Network defense and intrusion detection and prevention techniques
Credit Units
Total Credit Units: 9
Total Core Credit Units: 9
Total Elective Credit Units: N/A
Total Concentration Credit Units: N/A
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