The multidisciplinary Undergraduate Certificate in Cybersecurity is a five-course (15 credit hours) interdisciplinary studies program. It is designed to help students from all backgrounds achieve a foundation in information security. It provides students the flexibility to focus on technical and/or managerial aspects of computer, software, network, and information security. With primary courses offered by Computer Science and Information Systems and Technology departments, the program also allows students to choose from a range of electives based on student interests.
This certificate serves a broad group of managers, technical specialists, and professionals with or without a bachelor’s degree. A prior background in information security is not required to enter this program. It is open to both current UMSL students as well new students specifically enrolling for this certificate. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required for admission.
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Cybersecurity Undergraduate Certificate Requirements
For more information, please visit the Undergraduate Cybersecurity Certificate Requirements and Procedures page or contact us.
