Overview
Cybersecurity is increasingly important across all industries. Our graduate cybersecurity certificate program will prepare you to understand and solve security challenges, opening new opportunities for career advancement in a variety of industries. The program is stackable, meaning credits can be applied towards an MS in cybersecurity or MS in computer science (for students who start with the core software development certificate).
What Is the Cybersecurity Certificate?
Saint Joseph's University's cybersecurity certificate program will expose you to the most recent IT technologies and methodologies that strengthen the security and resilience of cyberspace. Depending on your industry or interests, your coursework can be tailored to meet your goals. You'll gain a deeper understanding of various types of system and network vulnerabilities as well as:
- Digital forensics
- Cyber-attacks
- Cyberlaw and ethics
- Risk management
- Evidence collection
- Report writing techniques
Build to the Degree: Stackable Certificates
Saint Joseph's University's cybersecurity certificate is a stackable certificate, meaning its credits can be applied to a master's degree. Those who successfully complete the cybersecurity certificate program with a GPA of 3.0 or higher can then take five additional courses to receive a master’s degree in cybersecurity. Students can also stack this certificate into the master's in computer science program after completing the core software development certificate.
How Will Saint Joseph's University Prepare You for a Career in Cybersecurity?
With this certificate, you will be able to start a new career or add a specialty credential to your resume. Intended for professionals who are interested in improving their knowledge of cybersecurity issues and techniques, this certificate features online and on-campus courses. A background in computer science is not required.
Program Director
At-a-Glance
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Length |
Average part-time: 2 - 4 semesters, or 6 - 12 months |
| Credits |
15 credits or 5 courses |
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Start Terms |
Fall |
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Format |
Online, on-campus |
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Tuition for 2022-2023 |
$1,011 per credit hour. Learn more about our tuition & fees. |
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Stack this Certificate into a Master's Program |
The credits of the cybersecurity certificate can be applied towards the M.S. in cybersecurity or the M.S. in computer science for students who start with the software development certificate. |
| Potential Career Paths |
The cybersecurity certificate helps prepare graduates for jobs such as:
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| Requirements |
You do not need to have experience in a related field. |
| Admission Information |
To learn more about the admission process and required materials, Graduate Admission can provide more information or answer any questions. |
| Financial Aid |
Scholarships, federal and state grants, loans and other types of financial aid may be available to those who qualify. Our Office of Financial Aid can help you understand your options. |
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Discount Eligibility |
*note - discounts cannot be combined. |
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Veterans |
Saint Joseph's is a Yellow Ribbon School that accepts GI education benefits. Our Office of Veterans Services can help you access and understand your benefits. |
Related Programs
The online cyber intelligence certificate can be completed as a standalone certificate or can build into a Master of Science in Criminal Justice. If you are currently in the fields of criminal justice, cybersecurity or intelligence fields or majored in a relevant field and seek to grow your expertise amid a rising threat of cyber attacks, this certificate will prepare you well.