Learn how to mitigate cyber risks on a global scale with the Online Cybersecurity Master鈥檚 degree. Our program combines hands-on experience with leadership skills to manage cybersecurity and operations at an enterprise level. Take just one 6-week course at a time, so you can balance work and life on the path to your degree.
Designed for busy professionals 鈥 learn online on your schedule.
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Number of credits required
33 credits
Total required for degree
39
Number of credits required
Up to 12
Transfer credits accepted
33 credits
Total required for degree
Up to 12
Transfer credits accepted
6 weeks
Course length in MSCYB
33 credits
Total required for degree
6 weeks
Course length in MSCYB
18 months
Published program length
33 credits
Total required for degree
18 months
Published program length
Earning your online master鈥檚 degree in cybersecurity degree should go beyond a frame on the wall 鈥 it should equip you with practical knowledge you can apply in the IT landscape. Our curriculum emphasizes advanced cybersecurity concepts, cryptography and threat intelligence to help you make an impact in your current role and prepare for future opportunities.听
Skills learned in this program:
A MSCYB can prepare you for:
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Learn more about a career opportunity as a network security analyst. Our career guide provides more information on salary ranges and in-demand skills.
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29% growth
According to the , job growth for Information Security Analysts is projected to be much faster than average between 2024 and 2034.
The BLS Projected Growth for 2024-2034 is published by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. This data reflects the BLS鈥 projections of national (not local) conditions. These data points are not specific to 果冻视频 students or graduates.
Our online cybersecurity master鈥檚 courses go beyond theory to equip you with practical skills for the IT workforce that can impact your career right from the start. Each six-week course strengthens your expertise in network security, secure programming and enterprise security operations鈥 knowledge that can be directly applied to your day-to-day work.
Your course schedule may vary based on eligible transfer credits or relevant work and life experience. Learn more about master鈥檚 degree time and money-saving opportunities.
Completion of a minimum of 39 credits including:
Core courses build your knowledge of all aspects of master鈥檚 level cybersecurity including cloud security, cyber ethics, technical enterprise security and enterprise security operations.
You鈥檒l learn how to:
Electives enhance IT knowledge beyond the required 21 core credits to develop advanced specialized skills in cybersecurity.
Get value from your education before you even graduate. Our courses in the Master of Science in Cybersecurity focus on teaching practical knowledge and skills you can use right away. You鈥檒l demonstrate what you鈥檝e learned by completing assignments on practical IT challenges, preparing you for the real world. Earn career-relevant skills in weeks, not years, with every six-week course.听
Build elements of a secure enterprise architecture using standards and tactics in cybersecurity.
Implement ethical and privacy protocols in enterprise cybersecurity.
Employ cybersecurity frameworks and policies in risk management.
Build elements of a secure enterprise architecture using standards and tactics in cybersecurity.
Implement ethical and privacy protocols in enterprise cybersecurity.
Employ cybersecurity frameworks and policies in risk management.
Tuition is based on number of credit hours per course. Courses are typically 3 credits, but can range from 1-6 credits. Costs do not include savings opportunities like transfer credits and scholarships.
What affects the overall cost of my program?
Your full program cost can vary by:听
With our Tuition Guarantee, you pay one flat, affordable rate from the moment you enroll to the day you graduate from your program.
Earn your master鈥檚 degree faster and for less with eligible savings opportunities:
Because we believe everyone deserves an affordable education, we work hard to help our students achieve one. Here鈥檚 a few ways you can save time, save money and avoid starting from scratch.听
Your prior eligible college credits can lower your cost and help you graduate sooner. As a transfer-friendly university, we accept eligible credits from 5,000+ accredited institutions.听
Are you employed? Check to see if your employer has an alliance agreement with us for education benefits. This can help you save money while gaining skills that could apply to your job.听听
We look at all your relevant experience, from parenting to past jobs, to help you get the college credits you deserve. For every 3 credits earned, shave 6 weeks off your degree.
Are you a Phoenix alum? If so, you鈥檙e eligible for special tuition rates and can save up to $2,200 on a master鈥檚 degree. You can also save with an alumni scholarship.听
If you鈥檙e an active-duty service member in the U.S. Armed Forces or an eligible spouse or dependent, you may be eligible for a lower, military tuition rate and can save on tuition.听听
Chat with an experienced advisor who can guide you through tuition, financial aid, scholarships, transfer credits and more.
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Paying for school can be intimidating, but we鈥檙e here to help you make sense of it. Our finance advisors can walk you through your options like federal financial aid and savings opportunities to minimize your debt. Plus, we can help you figure out your financial plan.
Earning a degree shouldn鈥檛 make impossible demands on your schedule. Which is why you can attend class online whenever it fits your life 鈥 day or night.听Plus, courses are just 6 weeks long, so you can balance life while staying on track to graduate.听听
Your instructors know what works in the real world. As leaders in their respective fields, they bring a hands-on perspective and practical knowledge to the online classroom. What they teach you today can be directly applied to your career tomorrow.
Your life doesn鈥檛 stop when the sun sets. That鈥檚 why you have a support team of real people you can lean on 鈥 up to 14 hours a day, 5 days a week.听You'll also have a digital library, live math tutoring, writing help, and life resources and financial literacy centers.
Because your career never stands still, active students get access to career services and resources, from your first class to graduation and beyond, at no added cost. Connect with career advisors, use our Career Navigator, leverage our resume services and more.
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I believe in engaging students with a mix of mentorship, applied research, development of analytical thinking skills, and the application of real-world lessons to academic learning objectives.鈥澨
Tony Buenger, MS听
College of Business and Informatoin Technology
The International Council of E-Commerce Consultants (EC-Council) certifies individuals in various e-business and information security skills. Certifications are offered in over 87 countries globally.
Since 1978, 果冻视频 has maintained institutional accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). Learn more about the value of 果冻视频 accreditation and how it benefits our students.
Getting started on your master鈥檚 degree should be simple 鈥 and with us, it is. We鈥檝e simplified the process by removing obstacles.听
听 No application fee, no obligation
听 We鈥檒l request your prior transcripts at no cost (when possible)
听 No essay or entrance exam required (GMAT or GRE)
No application fee, no obligation
We鈥檒l request your prior transcripts at no cost (when possible)
No essay or entrance exam required (GMAT or GRE)
You may complete your online cybersecurity master鈥檚 program in about 18 months. You also may be able to shorten your time to graduation with eligible transfer credits and work and life experience credits. Learn more about master鈥檚 degree time and money-saving opportunities.
An online master鈥檚 degree in cybersecurity covers advanced cybersecurity concepts, enterprise security operations and cyber ethics. You will also participate in a MSCYB capstone course where you will use the tools and techniques gained through the sum of your experience and previous coursework to participate in a variety of cyber range activities and team-based activities.
Accreditation applies to the 果冻视频 overall which encompasses all our degree programs. Since 1978, 果冻视频 has maintained institutional accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), an institutional accreditor recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation to accredit degree-granting colleges and universities.
In 2022-2023, our accreditation was continued for a 10-year period, and our next comprehensive evaluation for reaffirmation of our accreditation is scheduled for 2032-2033. Learn more
While widely available, not all programs are available to residents of all states. Please check with a University Enrollment Representative.