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Cybersecurity threats across industries are more potent and immediate than ever before.
The School of Computer and Cyber Science's Information Security Management program gives you the cutting-edge skills to combat and prevent cyber-related risks. The managerial concentration within the degree allows you to tailor your coursework around advancing to a leadership role in your career — all while gaining an expert-level understanding of information security management. You’ll graduate with the in-demand skills to serve on the front line of cyber defense in any organization.
With the constant barrage of new cyber schemes and crimes affecting how we navigate the internet, cybersecurity professionals must consistently update and upgrade their skills. A MS in Information Security Management will help you stay up-to-date on cybersecurity and information protection.
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Our courses focus on the core domains of information security as outlined by the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification, while going more in-depth on key topics. The program covers areas such as: human factors in information security, security policy deployment, risk management, and legal issues in information security.
The program is a 30-hour master’s program divided into six, 3-credit hour core courses, and four electives that is taught 100% online.
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About the Graduate SchoolExperience-based Education
The School of Computer and Cyber Sciences boasts a network of renowned faculty with extensive industry experience. These connections can open doors to guest lectures, industry insights, and potential career opportunities. The MS ISM program fosters a collaborative learning environment where students can network, share knowledge, and support each other throughout their academic journey.
The nearby Georgia Cyber Center includes incubator/accelerator space for entrepreneurial cyber security companies, research labs, a 340-seat auditorium for public and private events and one of the nation’s few state-owned cyber ranges. This state-of-the-art facility fosters collaboration and innovation in the cybersecurity industry. Students have access to networking events, workshops, and even potential internship opportunities with the on-site incubator companies.
The online, asynchronous program provides the flexibility to take your education wherever you are.
Curriculum aligns with leading certifications like CISSP and CISM, giving you a head start on earning these valuable industry credentials.
Since its establishment in 2017, the School of Computer and Cyber Sciences has doubled its enrollment, tripled the size of its faculty and added new academic degrees.
A partnership with the U.S. Army Cyber Center of Excellence allows service members to complete their degrees online.
Your Future
With the ever-growing reliance on technology creating more needs for information and network security, the cybersecurity industry is bursting with job opportunities. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a staggering 35% growth in jobs between 2021 and 2031.
Profiles
By completing the MS-ISM program, I was able to gain a better understanding of the in-depth concepts required to manage in an information security environment.
Janice Deloach
The CCS program has some great researchers who specialize in some fundamentals of computer and cyber sciences.
William Cocke
GPA: Overall GPA of 2.8 on a 4.0 scale at the Baccalaureate level calculated on all undergraduate work.
Degree Requirement: Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university.
Transcripts: Official transcripts are required from all universities and colleges ever attended. Unofficial transcripts from US colleges and universities can be used in the admissions review process in lieu of official transcripts for this program.
Standardized Test Requirements: None are required for this program.
Letters of Recommendation: Recommendations from three individuals must be submitted through the application portal.
Resume: Applicants must submit a resume or curriculum vitae within the application portal.
International Students: Please review the verification process for international transcripts and the english proficiency requirement.
$2,821*
Estimated total
Full-time / In-State / Per Semester
$236
Tuition Per Hour
$675
Mandatory Fees
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*Tuition & Fees listed here are for in-state students enrolling in the university for Fall 2024 semester.
Detailed Program Tuition InformationEarly submission of all application materials is strongly advised.
All required application materials and documents must be received in order for an application to be considered complete and before an admission decision can be made. The program does not accept applications after the published application deadline, however the program will continue to accept application materials up to 2 weeks after the application deadline.
With the ability to take your classes online when they’re convenient for you, you’ll be able to prepare for your future in the way that works for you.
As one of Georgia’s four research universities, Augusta University is an acknowledged leader in research and scholarship, and, as part of the fast-growing School of Computer and Cyber Sciences, your degree will stand out.
Augusta’s School of Computer and Cyber Sciences has internationally recognized faculty who are leading experts in the field.
“Today was not just about getting a certificate or a diploma to go on your wall. It was about opening new doors for you,” says Steve Jones, EdD.
"These efforts reflect our faculty’s dedication to growth and student impact and directly enhance the quality of instruction for our students," says Doug Blackburn.
“I look forward to continuing my research and mentoring students who are just as passionate about making an impact,” says Nour AlHussien, PhD.
“Theirs is a journey of compassion for all, dedication to education and a bold vision to guide AU and our entire region forward,” says Henry Ingram.