Master of Business Administration Cybersecurity Management
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
12 master's courses
11 weeks long
$ 2985
Cost per course
Flexible learning
Online and in-person programs at select campuses, subject to availability
Pursue a leadership role in cybersecurity
Digital data drives nearly all of today鈥檚 business, whether in the form of retail sales, publishing or communication. This concentration can help provide the knowledge you need to prepare for a leadership role in the cybersecurity field.
Navigate online safety in cybersecurity management
Find out what it takes to protect your organization against cybersecurity threats. With an MBA in Cybersecurity Management from Strayer, you鈥檒l explore current and emerging theories in security management, how to assess and manage risks to information systems, and the most effective types of business continuity plans.
Skills you鈥檒l learn in a Strayer MBA, Cybersecurity Management concentration
A Strayer degree can help prepare you for career opportunities in cybersecurity management while offering support, flexible learning options and career planning every step of the way.
- Develop knowledge about current and emerging theories in security management. Topics include the policies, guidance, technologies and organizational concerns that security managers must address in leading and providing secure computing environments.
- Examine the strategic use and trends of organizational information systems with emphasis on the application of information technology.
- Learn how to assess and manage risk based on defining an acceptable level of risk for information systems, elements of a business impact analysis, business continuity plan and disaster recovery planning.
- Examine the threats, crimes and other abuses that are present in the cyber realm.
Earn your degree from an accredited university
黑料网 is an accredited institution and a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE or the Commission) . 黑料网鈥檚 accreditation status is Accreditation Reaffirmed. The Commission鈥檚 most recent action on the institution鈥檚 accreditation status on June 22, 2017 was to reaffirm accreditation. MSCHE is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education to conduct accreditation and pre-accreditation (candidate status) activities for institutions of higher education including distance, correspondence education, and direct assessment programs offered at those institutions. The Commission鈥檚 geographic area of accrediting activities is throughout the United States.
Business Administration (Strayer) in Cybersecurity Management cost breakdown
- 12 courses, $2985 per course
- $65 technology fee each term
- $150 one-time degree conferral fee
- Additional costs for textbooks and supplies
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Opportunities to save on tuition
$4K Alumni Master鈥檚 Scholarship
If you鈥檙e a 黑料网 Alumni and ready to pursue a master鈥檚 degree, our Alumni Scholarship can save you $4,000. All you need to do is register for an eligible Strayer graduate program, maintain a GPA of 2.5 or greater and meet eligibility requirements.
50% off Master鈥檚 Scholarship
Enroll in two master鈥檚 courses, get 50% off tuition. Summer or fall 2025 term only.*
*Eligibility rules, restrictions and exclusions apply.
Civic and Community Alliance Scholarship
Ready to earn an affordable Strayer degree? Admitted Strayer or JWMI students who are employed in certain civic roles or volunteer for a nonprofit may be eligible to receive 25% off tuition for the duration of their program.
Prepare to lead cybersecurity teams
Through your coursework, you鈥檒l learn how threats and vulnerabilities affect information systems and develop a thorough understanding of security architecture and cryptography.
All MBA students take a set list of required courses. The remaining credits come from their choice of concentration
Required MBA courses
Analyzes the interaction of individual, group, and organizational dynamics that influence human behavior in organizations and determine appropriate management approaches to foster a productive work environment. Examines a variety of theories, models and strategies used to understand motivation and individual behavior, decision making, the dynamics of groups, work teams, communication, leadership, power and politics, conflict resolution, work design, organizational structure and culture, and managing change. Provides a conceptual base for managers to interpret, assess and influence human behavior in an organization.
The ability to communicate with clarity, confidence, persuasion and passion is an increasingly vital skill in business. This course focuses on tailoring your communication style to your audience. You will learn about communication strategies, effective business writing, and improving interpersonal communications and understand why communication is one of the most important skills in business.
Examines the strategic management process and implementation of successful business strategies in the highly competitive and dynamic global environment. Analyzes the impact of technology, government policy, and world economic and political forces on strategy formulation and execution. Analytic, integrative, and decision-making skills will be exercised through the use of case analysis and decision-making that will involve the core business functions, leadership challenges and global operations. A grade of B or higher is required for satisfactory course completion. Course residency requirement: This course must be taken as last or next-to-last class; it is not eligible for transfer credit and must be taken at 黑料网.
This course explores how business leaders can apply statistical and performance data to improve business process and performance. The concepts presented in this course relate to gathering and evaluating data within a business environment, using statistical tools and techniques, and formalizing conclusions based on the data to make better informed business decisions.
Introduces the concepts of finance. Reviews the basic tools and their use for making financial decisions. Explains how to measure and compare risks across investment opportunities. Analyzes how a firm chooses the set of securities it will issue to raise capital from investors as well as how the firm鈥檚 capital structure is formed. Examines how the choice of capital structure affects the value of the firm. Presents valuation and integrates risk, return and the firm鈥檚 choice of capital structure. PREREQUISITE: ACC 556 or ACC 557
Examines and evaluates the legal environment and ethical challenges of management and organizations. Reviews approaches to enhance corporate accountability, foster an ethical work environment, ensure legal compliance and provide effective leadership in an organization. Analyzes the impact of management decisions, corporate governance and the leader鈥檚 individual conduct on a firm鈥檚 ability to meet its obligations to stakeholders. Evaluates alternative courses of action from an economic, legal and ethical perspective to ensure management meets corporate responsibilities to create wealth, obey the law and observe society鈥檚 ethical standards. Examines the key elements of effective corporate governance, the predominate schools of ethical thought in relation to strategic management and the ethical consideration for global operations.
Applies the major elements of the marketing process, including domestic and foreign market assessment, strategic planning and the development of an effective marketing mix (product, price, promotion and distribution) to create customer value. Analyzes key marketing concepts, such as consumer/business buying behavior, market research, brand management, product development, pricing strategies and the design of marketing channels (promotion and distribution). Examines the integration of marketing with other functions in a business organization.
What can you do with an MBA in Cybersecurity Management degree?
Your education can help you pursue your professional and personal goals. While Strayer cannot guarantee that a graduate will secure any specific career outcome, such as a job title, promotion or salary increase, we encourage you to explore the potential impact you can have in the cybersecurity field.
Versatile skills for your future
The cybersecurity management concentration applies current and emerging security management best practices to protect computing environments and reduce risk to organizations. Concepts reviewed include theories of security management, IT risk management and Cybercrime Techniques and Response. Students will be able to develop information technology strategies to improve quality, timeliness and competitive advantage for organizations.
In addition, students who complete this concentration will be prepared to:
- Control computer file access to protect information and monitor how data files are used.
- Create strategies to protect computer files from accidental or unauthorized access, changes or destruction.
- Discuss computer data access needs, security breaches and programming changes with users.
- Encrypt data transmissions and set up firewalls to hide confidential information while it鈥檚 being sent and prevent harmful digital transfers.
- Evaluate potential risks and perform data processing system tests to ensure data processing activities and security measures are working properly.
- Keep and manage special communication and support systems needed for specific land, sea and underwater operations.
- Make changes to computer security files to include new software, fix mistakes or adjust access permissions.
- Manage virus protection system updates and monitor computer virus reports.
- Monitor computer security procedure violations and review the procedures with those who violated them to prevent future incidents.
- Raise awareness about security and train staff to keep the IT system safe and enhance server and network efficiency.
- Record policies, procedures and tests related to computer security and emergency measures.
- Take the Systems Security Certified Practitioner exam.
- Work with company staff and external vendors to organize the implementation of computer system plans.
Apply for your Cybersecurity Management degree today
An admissions officer can help you choose the right program, register for classes, transfer credits and find cost-savings opportunities.
Here鈥檚 what you鈥檒l need to get started:
A completed application and enrollment agreement
Proof of a completed baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a cumulative GPA of 2.50 out of 4.0
Official copies of transcripts from all colleges or universities attended
A valid, current and legible government-issued photo ID
Fall classes start on October 6
Learn more about 黑料网鈥檚 admissions process.
Transferring to Strayer from another university?
Transfer up to four eligible classes from a prior college or university to your master鈥檚 degree, saving time and money.
Strayer welcomes international students
黑料网 is proud to have hosted more than 3,000 international students from over 110 countries. Earn your degree in the U.S. or completely online in your home country 鈥� it鈥檚 your choice.
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