Overview

In this challenging yet inclusive online programme, students learn how to assess, prevent, and manage information and systems security-related risks by applying systems security management and post-breach practices through hands-on, interactive classes taught by the UA's excellent faculty. 

Key Features

Cybersecurity professionals are the gatekeepers of information systems and cyber-physical systems. They plan and execute security measures to shield an organization’s computer systems, networks, and networked devices from infiltration and cyberattacks.

Graduates of the Master’s in Cybersecurity programme will understand how to prevent, monitor, and respond to data breaches and cyberattacks. The University of Arizona’s online MS in Cybersecurity enables you to bolster your technical and analytical skills, all from the convenience of your home or office.

As a result of this programme, students will:

• Understand the breadth and scope of security issues on personal, corporate, national, and global levels

• Assess, prevent, and manage information or systems security related risks

• Perform system hardening, vulnerability testing, and forensic investigation procedures

• Apply data analytics to develop threat intelligence for current and future information or systems security endeavors