MSU Cybersecurity Degree Opportunities
Welcome to the Minot State University - Cybersecurity opportunities website. MSU continues to grow and expand cybersecurity offerings at the University. We have traditional in-person and online opportunities for all of our offerings. There are also technical and non-technical degree options. The recent Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense in obtained through our non-technical Management Information Systems degree available in the College of Business. There is also a minor in MIS and certificate offerings for professionals or individuals looking to grow knowledge and skills in cybersecurity. A technical bachelor's degree in cyber operation is currently offered in the college of computer science and mathematics.
MSU is looking to expand instructional offerings to include more industry certification offerings for many of the courses offered in both technical and non-technical studies. The certificates are groupings of 3 to 5 courses with as little as 9 credits for some certificates and up to 15 for other certificates. There will be additional certificates available in the near future. Currently there is a Cyber Defense and Information Assurance certificate that includes A+, Security+, and Network+ courses. All certificates are available in-person or in a virtual offering. Please see the listing of degrees below to explore all current opportunities at MSU.
B.S. - Management Information Systems (non-technical)
Center of Academic Excellence - Cyber Defense
Is Management Information Systems (MIS) right for you?
Management information technology graduates are multi-taskers who are highly organized, detail-oriented, analytical, and have excellent interpersonal and management skills. With an MIS degree, you will be prepared to work in a variety of IT settings as system analysts, IT managers, information security analyst, web design, enterprise planning, project management, network analysts, database designers, project managers, IT trainers, IT auditing, privacy, and data analysis.
Why is this an important major in today’s world?
Management information Systems are critical to business organizations public and private and within every industry there continue to be digital adaptations and growing concerns of data privacy and management. Increasing governance and regulation of digital environments are increasing the need for individuals to acquire new or additional skills in data analysis, technology management, and cyber defense knowledge. Whether you are looking to begin your studies, train for a new career, or advance your skill set to build on your existing profession. There are some knowledge certificates that begin at only a few course and some courses allowing students to obtain industry recognized certifications.
B.S. Cybersecurity and Operations (technical)
Consider a cybersecurity and operation profession
Our cybersecurity and operation major is intended to equip you with the knowledge and skills to defend computer operating systems, networks, and data from cyberattacks. You will be taught by faculty and experts using both theoretical and hands-on approaches to prepare you for high demand jobs.
Why is this an important major in today’s world?
Cybersecurity is important because it encompasses everything that pertains to protecting our sensitive data, personally identifiable information, protected health information, intellectual property, and governmental and industry information systems from theft and damage attempted by criminals and adversaries.
Cybersecurity risk is increasing, driven by global connectivity and usage of cloud services to store sensitive data and personal information. Improperly configured cloud services and devices paired with increasingly sophisticated cyber criminals means the risk that organizations suffer from cyberattack or data breach is on the rise.
Management Information Systems - Minor (non-technical)
Cybersecurity and Operations - Minor (technical)
MIS Certificate Offerings: (additional items will continue to be added)
Application Software Specialist
Information Assurance
Cybersecurity and Operations: (additional items will continue to be added)
Master of Science in Information Systems
THIS DEGREE IS OFFERED VIA DISTANCE EDUCATION
MISSION OF THE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS
The MSU College of Business educates, challenges, inspires, and mentors students in their pursuit of high-quality business education through interactive and engaged learning experiences for their professional and personal betterment.
