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Master's in Cybersecurity
Online

Purdue University Global | MS in Cybersecurity Management

  • Indianapolis
About This Program

This online master’s program prepares graduates for leadership roles directing and protecting critical information infrastructures and developing organizational security policies.

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What You'll Learn
  • Students gain skills in asset classification, compliance management, and the secure administration of IT infrastructure while learning to manage incident response effectively.

For detailed, official program information including specific curriculum, faculty, research opportunities, and application requirements:
Typical Curriculum Structure
The MS in Cybersecurity Management is a one- to two-year online graduate program integrating technical cybersecurity knowledge with governance, risk management, compliance, and leadership skills to design and maintain organizational cyber defenses.
Typical Course Topics
1. Cybersecurity Foundations 2. Cyber Governance and Risk Management 3. Cyber Threats and Defense Strategies 4. Cybersecurity Law and Compliance 5. Cyber Risk Assessment and NIST Frameworks 6. Incident Response and Resilience Planning
Program Specializations:
Cybersecurity Management, Risk & Governance
Cybersecurity Law, Privacy & Policy
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 information technology, computer science, or cybersecurity with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required; relevant professional experience is often preferred or required for admission.
Academic Requirements (Typical)

β€’ Degree Required: Bachelor’s degree
β€’ GRE/GMAT: Optional or 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

Thrive as Cybersecurity Analyst in Cybersecurity AI with incident response expertise

Estimated Industry Salary
Cybersecurity Manager: $120,000
Total compensation (entry to mid-level)
AI Job Growth
0.32%
Projected 2024-2034 (BLS)
Common Career Paths:
1. Cybersecurity Manager 2. Risk and Compliance Officer 3. Cyber Governance Analyst 4. Incident Response Lead
Top AI Employers (Industry-Wide):
Top employers include Microsoft, Cisco, IBM, and government agencies like NSA and FBI.
Program Details
Duration
  • 2.0 Year
Tuition
$ 16,900
Format
Online
Specializations
Cybersecurity Management, Risk & Governance
Cybersecurity Law, Privacy & Policy