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MS in Cyber Security

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW

 

COURSE DELIVERY METHOD DURATION TOTAL CREDITS TUITION PER YEAR*
ON CAMPUS 2 YEARS 36 $22,230
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DEGREE DETAILS

The Master of Science in Cyber Security degree is earned by completing the program course requirements of 36 credit hours (12 courses of 3 credit hours), of which 21 credits are core courses and 15 credits are elective courses. To qualify for the Master of Science in Cyber Security degree, students must meet all core and concentration elective credit requirements.

Students should meet the following minimum requirements to qualify for a graduate degree:
Minimum Passing Grade Per Course B-CGPA 3.00
Total Required Credits 36

1. Students enrolled in the graduate program must maintain a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 3.0 out of 4.0 to qualify for the graduate degree, to remain in good standing, and to graduate.
2. The Maximum Time Frame (MTF) for completion of the graduate program is 54 credits.
3. A graduate student may transfer up to 50% of credits earned at accredited institutions.

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PROGRAM OUTCOMES

  1. Define privacy, legal and ethical concerns of information security potentially lead to technological vulnerabilities critical to an organization’s digital data and resources.
  2. Understand the computer network engineering and security principles mandatory for software and hardware components, including wireless/nonwireless technologies and cryptography methods.
  3. Apply data collection and analysis principles in information systems and security controls for technological decision-making and problem-solving to ensure sufficient operation and protection of confidentiality,
    integrity, and availability regarding digital infrastructure.
  4. Communicate effectively orally and in writing with technical and non-technical stakeholders regarding information security concerns and solutions, including developing reliable incident response plans and
    execution for a cyber-incident.
  5. Assess technical skills and knowledge to pursue various professional technology certifications globally recognizable in the industry, such as CompTIA – Security+, ISC CISSP, ISACA CISM CompTIA – PenTest+, etc
  6. Appraise knowledge, skills, and abilities in information technology and management in cybersecurity applying to research and project beneficial to organizations, such as federal governments, state and local governments, nonprofits, and industries, in protecting digital resources and infrastructures
  7. Understand the role of responsible citizenship in the legitimate use of technology and digital data.
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COURSES IN THE DEGREE

Students must earn a total of 36 college credit hours to receive this degree. Of these credit hours, 21 credits are core courses, and 15 elective credits.

In addition, students must meet the following criteria:

  • Students enrolled in the graduate program must maintain a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 3.0 (B) out of 4.0 and earn a minimum grade of not less than 2.7 (B-) out of 4.0 on all courses to qualify to graduate.
  • The Maximum Time Frame (MTF) for completion of the Master’s program is 60 credits.
  • A graduate student may transfer up to 6 credit hours earned at accredited institutions.

MS IN CYBER SECURITY:
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Core Requirements: 21 Credits (7 courses)

Course Code Course Name Pre Requisite Credit
BGDA 522 Applied Statistics   3
CAPS 623 Internship All Cores 3
CMPS 502 Cyber Security   3
CMPS 514 Management Information Systems   3
CMPS 515 Network Security & Cryptography CMPS 514 3
CMPS 564 Information Security Management CMPS 515 3
CMPS 578 Cyber Security Law   3

Electives: 15 Credits (Student must choose 5 courses)

Course Code Course Name Pre Requisite Credit
BGDA 501 Introduction to Big Data   3
BGDA 510 Data Mining CMPS 514 3
BGDA 511 Big Data and Analytics CMPS 514 3
BGDA 513 Artificial Intelligence BGDA 511 3
BGDA 521 Technology Management CMPS 514 3
CMPS 517 Computer Forensics CMPS 514 3
CMPS 524 Computer Networks and Mobile Communications CMPS 514 3
CMPS 530 Machine Learning and Pattern Recognition BDGA 522
or CMPS 516		 3
CMPS 618 Penetration Testing CMPS 564 3
CMPS 623 Web Application Security CMPS 564 3

* For detailed descriptions of each course, please visit the BAU 2024-2025 Academic Catalog.

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PROGRAM BENEFITS

BAU’s Master of Science in Cyber Security leads to career paths in various sections of digital security. The primary benefit of this program is that students gain the fundamental knowledge necessary in information management security and can choose their elective courses to focus on technical or auditing aspects that suit their career interests. The knowledge and experience students acquire from the program allow them to pursue career positions in cyber security for various organizations and businesses.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Cyber Security MS will prepare students for job titles such as Cryptographer, forensic expert, incident reporter, penetration tester, security administrator, security analyst, security architect, security auditor, security consultant, security director, security engineer, security manager, security software developer, security specialist, security code auditor, vulnerability auditor, and Network Security Engineer.

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Bintou Lingani, Ph.D.

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Bintou Lingani is the chair of the Department of Business and Economics at Bay Atlantic university, Washington, DC. She graduated with a Doctorate degree in International Economics and Development in 2019 from Howard University. Her research interest focuses on International Trade and Economic Development in Sub-Saharan Africa and less developed Countries in general. Her teaching journey began when she earned a teaching assistantship while pursuing her master’s at Howard University and she continued to work in academia ever since. Bintou Lingani’s professional philosophy revolves around constant learning in an encouraging environment. She uses her positive attitude, her tireless energy, and her expertise to empower students to reach new heights.

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Sean Michael Cox, Ph.D.

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Sean Michael Cox, Ph.D., is the Chair of the Department of Political Science and International Relations at Bay Atlantic University. His area of academic expertise focuses on Comparative Politics and includes specializations in post-Soviet politics, Eastern European and Balkan Politics, Turkish politics, and US politics. Dr. Cox is a Senior Advisor at the Global Policy Institute, a Washington, D.C.-based economics and international affairs think tank. During his career, he has served as Primary Investigator on numerous projects funded by a variety of public and private organizations including USAID, the US Departments of Education and State, the European Commission, NATO, and a number of foundations.

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Dr. Pipop Nuangpookka

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Dr. Pipop Nuangpookka is the Chair of Information Management Science Program and Director of Distance Education at BAU. He started teaching in Computer Science, Information Technology, and Cybersecurity disciplines in 2007. His research interests are Non-Destructive Method of Detecting Hardware Attack, PII Security Controls, Web Server Protection, and Bilingual Translator Programming. He is a co-author of scholarly papers published in the Journal of Computing Sciences in Colleges/ACM digital library, including “Hardware-Tampering Security Risks in the Supply Chain” and “Fileless Malware and Programmatic Method of Detection.

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Oonah Jaja-Wachuku

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Oonah Jaja-Wachuku is the department chair of the General Education program at Bay Atlantic University. She is a double masters’ degree holder in the areas of International Business Management (MBA) and Multilingualism, Linguistics and Education (MA). She has over 10 years of teaching/instructing experience in different parts of the world. Oonah is passionate about teaching and learning and strives to bring creativity, new paradigms and processes to the practice of educating bright minds.
Ms. Jaja-Wachuku is a self-published author and blog writer – a reader, writer and lifelong learner.

Paolo von Schirach

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Paolo von Schirach was appointed President of the Global Policy Institute, GPI, in March 2016. He is also Professor of Political Science and International Relations at Bay Atlantic University BAU in Washington, DC. He served as Chair of PSIR from 2018 until June 2022. His GPI research and BAU teaching focus on contemporary world politics and economics, international trade, energy, competition policies, and the role of innovation in economics.

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