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Master's in Cybersecurity
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Murray State University | Online MS in Cybersecurity Management

  • Murray
About This Program

This online master’s program focuses on developing the managerial and technical expertise needed to lead cybersecurity initiatives and protect organizational data.

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What You'll Learn

  • Design, assess, and maintain organizational cyber defenses aligned with business objectives

  • Conduct cyber risk assessments, implement the NIST Risk Management Framework, and develop mitigation strategies
  • Develop and communicate cyber governance policies, compliance frameworks, and security standards to technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Identify, respond to, and recover from cyber incidents while building organizational resilience against emerging threats

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Typical Curriculum Structure
The Master of Science in Cybersecurity Management at Murray State University is a 30-credit online graduate program designed to prepare students for leadership roles in organizational cyber governance, risk management, and compliance.[4
Typical Course Topics
1. Cybersecurity Foundations and Network Security 2. Cyber Risk Management and Assessment 3. Cyber Governance and Compliance 4. Cryptography and Data Protection 5. Incident Response and Cyber Threat Intelligence 6. Cybersecurity Law and Policy
Program Specializations:
Cybersecurity Management, Risk & Governance
Cybersecurity Law, Privacy & Policy
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Typical Admissions Requirements
Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, typically with a minimum GPA of 3.0 or equivalent. A background in IT, computer science, or related fields is preferred but not always required; applicants from other disciplines may be admitted with relevant professional experience in cybersecurity or information technology.
Academic Requirements (Typical)

• Degree Required: Bachelor’s degree
• GRE/GMAT: Optional (may be waived for applicants with relevant work experience)
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)

Application Materials (Typical)

• Statement of Purpose: Required
• Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
• Resume: Required
• Official Transcripts: Required

Application Timeline

Most programs have rolling admissions or deadlines in early winter for fall admission. Check the official program website for exact dates.

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Program Details
Duration
  • 2.0 Year
Tuition
$ 18,180
Format
Online
Specializations
Cybersecurity Management, Risk & Governance
Cybersecurity Law, Privacy & Policy
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