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Cybersecurity

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Learn essential cybersecurity skills in our 4-course Cybersecurity Certificate. Quickly gain the knowledge you need to protect your technology infrastructure from physical and virtual threats. 

Courses
4 Required
0 Elective
Methods
Online
F-1 Visa Eligible

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This program is perfect for...

IT professionals looking to advance into the cybersecurity area
Entrepreneurs seeking to mitigate cybersecurity risks by avoiding common pitfalls
Tech workers interested in learning about infrastructure, securing networks, and defending against cyberattacks
Security managers pursuing a higher-level understanding of cybersecurity

What you can learn.

Best practices for secure applications; cryptography, common attack vectors, cyberattacks, and exploits
How to create security policies, risk assessments, disaster recovery plans, post-attack protocols and procedures
Hands-on experience with OSI stack security, hacking methodology and mitigation, penetration testing, and defensive strategies
Concepts needed for the CompTIASecurity+ and other certifications

Your best defense against cyberattacks.

Cybersecurity is essential for mitigating organizational risk against loss of data, intellectual property, and brand equity, as well as associated legal ramifications. Understanding how cyberattacks happen and how to protect your IT infrastructure against them is your best defense. 

Whether you're an entrepreneur seeking to protect your business from cyber intrusions, or you manage a cybersecurity team, our Cybersecurity Certificate program was designed to give you a deep understanding of the foundational principles, plus hands-on experience with both offensive and defensive tools. The classes in this program are taught by cybersecurity industry experts.

Formats: Online or In Person

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This certificate is approved for international students to study full time in the U.S. on an F-1 visa.

International students must meet English language proficiency requirements for admission into the program.

While most certificate programs begin each quarter, some have limited intakes for students studying on F-1 visa. Find this program on the Browse Certificate Programs page to confirm entry quarters before applying.

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Step 1: Enroll in a Course
Courses in this program are open enrollment and paid for individually. You may take courses without committing to the program.
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Step 2: Become a Candidate
Establish candidacy in the certificate program to receive tailored information, lock in course requirements, and gain access to exclusive student benefits. Registration Fee: $200
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Important Note for International Students: Candidacy fees are included in your program fees and do not need to be paid separately.

Cost and Fees

All courses in this program are paid for individually, unless otherwise noted. An application form is required to establish candidacy in this program. From the 'Apply Now' button, complete the online application and pay the application fee if applicable.
Application and Candidacy Fee
$200
Estimated Textbooks and Materials
$700
Estimated Program Tuition
$5475

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Required Courses

COM SCI X 420.1

Fundamentals of Cybersecurity

This comprehensive introductory course combines theoretical security models with practical examples to benefit auditors, system administrators, or anyone else with a basic understanding of information technology.
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