NH

Master's in Cybersecurity
Online

University of New Hampshire

MS in Cybersecurity Policy and Risk Management

  • Durham
About This Program

This online program cultivates strategic thinking and policy development for professionals looking to lead cybersecurity functions in business or government.

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What You'll Learn

You will learn to assess organizational risk, design resilient processes, and oversee incident response strategies to protect critical digital infrastructure.

For detailed, official program information including specific curriculum, faculty, research opportunities, and application requirements:
Typical Curriculum Structure
The curriculum covers foundations of cybersecurity policy, standards and regulations, security measures, and culminates in a real-world capstone project.
Typical Course Topics
1. Cybersecurity Risk Management 2. Cyber Governance and Policy 3. Cybersecurity Law and Compliance 4. Cyber Threat Intelligence 5. Incident Response and Resilience Planning 6. NIST Risk Management Framework
Program Specializations:
View the exact, up-to-date curriculum on the official program website
Typical Admissions Requirements
A bachelor's degree in a related field such as computer science, information technology, or cybersecurity with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required; relevant professional experience is often preferred for master's programs in cybersecurity policy.
Academic Requirements (Typical)

β€’ Degree Required: Bachelor’s degree
β€’ GRE/GMAT: Not Required
β€’ TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)

Application Materials (Typical)

β€’ Statement of Purpose: Required
β€’ Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
β€’ Resume: Required
β€’ Transcripts: 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.

Career Opportunities in AI

Lead as Cybersecurity Analyst in Cybersecurity AI with cybersecurity policy expertise

Estimated Industry Salary
Cybersecurity Manager: $120,000
Total compensation (entry to mid-level)
AI Job Growth
32.0%
Projected 2024-2034 (BLS)
Common Career Paths:
1. Cybersecurity Policy Analyst 2. Risk Management Specialist 3. Compliance Officer 4. Cyber Governance Consultant
Top AI Employers (Industry-Wide):
Top employers include government agencies like NSA and FBI, tech firms such as Microsoft and Cisco, and financial institutions with cybersecurity divisions.
Program Details
Duration
  • 1 Year
Tuition
  • 24,000
Format
Online
Specializations