The Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity Policy Management builds on the foundational technical principles of cybersecurity in areas such as, enterprise cyber risks analysis, operational security best practices, artificial intelligence development and deployment, digital forensics, incident response and recovery, and regulatory compliance with primary emphasis on governance and ethics. Further, the policy management dimension encapsulates the entire program to align with business processed and organizational objectives. The design of the certificate is structured for those who have a purely technical, or business management background but need to hone their skills as a senior policy-maker for an organization that has developed, or is developing, a cybersecurity program needing skills that bridge the gap between the two cultures.
To accommodate industry professionals, particularly those intending to reskill, the program will be offered all on-line in an asynchronous format with two on-site residencies to enhance professional development. The total instruction hours required to complete the program will be 15 credit hours. In this way, students can complete the program in one year. Students will enter as a cohort in order to facilitate opportunities for team and project work within the program.
The residencies provide excellent networking and community building opportunities that are a key feature of the program. The certificate serves as an excellent companion to other business, or technical degree offerings for those interested in having the added benefit of professional level experience in this rapidly growing field.