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Online Master's in Cybersecurity Management and Leadership (MS)

Shape Business Strategy as a Leader in Cybersecurity

Advance your career and learn to strategically enhance your organization’s cybersecurity functions with the University of New Haven’s 100 percent online Master of Science in Cybersecurity Management and Leadership.

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  • Duration 1.5 years
  • Cost per Credit $750
  • Credit Hours 30

Program Benefits

  • Advance your career in a rapidly expanding industry
  • Develop the knowledge to earn industry-recognized certifications
  • Gain a cross-functional skillset
  • 100% Online

Gain Cross-Functional Skills for Continued Success

The online master’s in cybersecurity management and leadership from the University of New Haven brings valuable business expertise to the technology space, giving you interdisciplinary skills to take the next step in your career. It is designed to bridge the gap between technical experts in IT and executive management, training you to improve outcomes and protect data assets across the enterprise.

Through the principles of protection, prevention, response, and communication, this program gives you the cybersecurity knowledge and leadership expertise you need to inform and drive business strategy. Finish your degree in just 1.5 years as you develop skills in crisis management, organizational development, risk management, and more.

The Pompea College of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), a distinction that places us among the top five percent of business programs across the globe.

Curriculum

The University of New Haven’s online master’s in cybersecurity management and leadership emphasizes cross-functional skill development and hands-on practical application to prepare you for the job you want. You will study essential topics like leadership, network security, incident detection and response, and cybersecurity operations for continued career success.

Curriculum Details

Program Outcomes

When you complete the online M.S. in Cybersecurity Management and Leadership program, you will be able to:

  • Lead cybersecurity functions within organizations and mitigate cybersecurity risk associated with operating within the contemporary business environment.
  • Demonstrate the competencies associated with reestablishing business operations following cybersecurity incidents.
  • Communicate effectively during crisis situations.
  • Understand the security, compliance, and privacy implications of emerging technologies.

Career Outlook

The University of New Haven’s online M.S. in Cybersecurity qualifies you for leadership roles in information technology, cybersecurity, and more. There is a global shortage of qualified cybersecurity employees,1 so the market for master’s-level graduates with leadership skills and a deep understanding of cybersecurity and risk management is strong.

With employment in computer and information technology occupations expected to grow 12 percent through 2028,2  professionals who have interdisciplinary training to manage tech teams and inform business strategy are in high demand.

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Admission Requirements

To apply for the online master’s in cybersecurity management and leadership from the University of New Haven, you’ll need:

  • A completed online application
  • Official transcripts from all previously attended institutions
  • A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or recognized institution from another country
  • An up-to-date résumé
  • A Statement of Purpose
  • Two letters of recommendation from your professors or employers

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Admission Requirements

Tuition Details

We are proud to offer competitive tuition and high-quality learning opportunities for our students. The online M.S. in Cybersecurity Management and Leadership program is $750 per credit hour and includes 30 credits. To find out more about tuition and fees, visit the link below.

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Learn From Industry Experts

Our dedicated faculty are active practitioners who have strong skills and real-world experience in cybersecurity and business leadership. They provide personal attention and share relevant field expertise to help you achieve your academic and professional goals.

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Your Online Student Experience

The online degrees available from the University of New Haven are designed for working professionals and busy adults. As a student, you’ll benefit from flexible program delivery and the same academic rigor as our on-campus programs.

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Financial Aid

A graduate degree is an investment in your future. We want to make sure you have the information and resources you need to fund your studies. Explore transfer credit options, military benefits, federal aid, and more.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to commonly asked questions about online learning at the University of New Haven. If you need additional information that’s not covered here, our admissions team can help. Contact us or call 855.474.8465.

There are currently no additional fees associated with the total tuition fee. Please note that program fees are subject to change each academic year.

While work experience is not required, prospective students submit a résumé as part of their application.

Students with a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution or recognized institution from another country are eligible for the online M.S. in Cybersecurity Management and Leadership program. There is no minimum GPA requirement but non-business majors with GPAs below 2.5 require further review. Admission requirements include completing the online application and submitting all documentation by the application deadline. You can view full requirements for this program here.

This program is delivered in a 100 percent online format ideal for working professionals.

Applying to this program is quick and easy. You can start your application today.

The University of New Haven does not currently offer a virtual open house for this program.

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Sources:

  1. ISC2 Cybersecurity Workforce Study, 2018. Cybersecurity Professionals Focus on Developing New Skills as Workforce Gap Widens. Retrieved from https://www.isc2.org/-/media/ISC2/Research/2018-ISC2-Cybersecurity-Workforce-Study.ashx?la=en&hash=4E09681D0FB51698D9BA6BF13EEABFA48BD17DB0\h.
  2. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Computer and Information Technology Occupations. Retrieved from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/home.htm.