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Maryville University Certificate in Cybersecurity online

Maryville University Certificate in Cybersecurity online

Develop skills in vital areas like critical systems and controls, ethical hacking, networks and security, digital forensics, malware analysis, and cloud security.

100% online

Complete coursework at your own pace

Six courses

Apply cybersecurity skills in your career sooner

No test scores

No SAT/ACT scores or application fees required

About the program

  • Gain valuable, hands-on experience:

    Get a practical, project-based education that can prepare you to take on real-world challenges.

  • Develop tech-relevant skills:

    Learn skills valuable to careers such as compliance and risk manager, cybercrime investigator, cybersecurity consultant, and more.

  • Start classes on your schedule:

    Choose when you want to start with enrollment options for the fall, spring, or summer.

About Maryville University

Maryville University’s mission is to provide access and opportunity to those who are brave enough to make their dreams a reality. Since 1872, Maryville University has offered a high-quality, student-centered educational experience to its students by providing personalized, comprehensive support; a practical, future-focused education; and accessible and experienced faculty.

Tuition and fees

Tuition and fees Tuition$11,466

Tuition and fees are subject to change and may increase each academic year. Tuition does not include student fees, technology platform licensing, or support services. Learners are also responsible for travel and accommodation costs related to any in-person immersions or residentials, if applicable.

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Curriculum

This 18-credit cybersecurity certificate program is focused on some of the key areas in cybersecurity that are highly sought after by employers. You will build your foundation in cybersecurity and tailor your experience to your skills. Throughout the program you’ll:

  • Use malware analysis tools:

    Knowing the capabilities of malware is critical to an organization’s ability to derive threat intelligence, respond to information security incidents, and establish defenses.

  • Explore cybersecurity policies:

    Understand information security and policies in the private sector related to privacy, incident response, computer crime, intellectual property, and more.

  • Apply ethical hacking methodologies:

    Learn to assess target networks and hosts for security vulnerabilities as well as explore ethical hacking methodologies and apply them on network devices, client machines, and mobile devices.

  • Examine evidence:

    Apply digital forensic practices, tools, and exercises for the collection of electronic evidence on network, client, and mobile devices.

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Admissions

Maryville’s hassle-free online application process empowers you to accelerate next steps in your career or educational journey. No application fees or SAT/ACT scores are required. The program offers three start dates per year for greater flexibility, so you can align your educational journey with your schedule. Maryville considers all transfer credits, even if you earned them years ago.

You’ll need to submit the following materials as part of your application:

  • A simplified, no-cost online application

  • Official transcripts

  • English proficiency scores may be required

To be eligible for admission, you will need to have earned a high school diploma or GED with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. If you previously earned college credits, you should have a minimum college GPA of 2.0. (If your GPA does not meet these requirements, you may be considered for provisional admission.)

Careers

Whether you want to work protecting data in a business setting, helping advise on policy in government offices, or investigating cybercrimes in law enforcement, cybersecurity expertise can help you qualify for exciting and lucrative opportunities. When you earn your online cybersecurity certificate, you have the flexibility to work across a variety of industries, or to enhance your skills even more through continued education.

You’ll be prepared to pursue a range of occupations including:

  • Compliance and risk manager

  • Cyber risk management analyst

  • Cybercrime investigator

  • Cybersecurity awareness and training associate

  • Cybersecurity consultant

  • Cybersecurity policy specialist

  • Cybersecurity/privacy associate

  • IT specialist/technician

  • Security operations analyst

  • Security specialist

  • Vulnerability management analyst

  • Web security associate

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