Master of Science in 信息rmation Technology Auditing and Cyber Security

Develop the skills to identify, assess and control cyber security risks with the Master of Science in 信息rmation Technology Auditing and Cyber SecurityFox School of Business at Temple University. Promote information system security and regulation compliance within organizations, and mitigate risks of breaches to the confidentiality, integrity and availability of organizational information. Prepare to play an indispensable role within

  • accounting and consulting firms,
  • banks and financial companies,
  • computer software and hardware companies,
  • government agencies,
  • information and data service providers, and
  • other organizations with在 critical infrastructure sectors.

This master’s degree program provides hands-on coursework delivered by a faculty of industry-level experts. A comprehensive curriculum teaches you to assess and design internal processes that foster information assurance. Learn to assess and assure information system security to position your company to prosper 在 global economy, and ga在 skills to implement cyber security safeguards that protect your company against threats.

Career opportunities 在 fields of information technology auditing and cyber security are rapidly growing, with the Bureau of Labor Statistics estimating a 32 percent increase in related jobs by 2028, amounting to roughly 35,500 new jobs.

Path to 专业 Certification

的 信息rmation Technology Auditing and Cyber Security MS supports career development by including a capstone course that prepares students for the Certified 信息rmation Systems Auditor (中钢协) or Certified 信息rmation Systems Security 专业 (CISSP) one of the following professional certification exams.

  • 中钢协 certification demonstrates experience among information systems control, assurance and security professionals.
  • CISSP certification demonstrates competency around identifying, analyzing and addressing cyber security risks.

浓度

Students are admitted to one of two areas of specialization. Each concentration amounts to 30 credits, including four common core courses, two electives and a capstone. Qualified students with the necessary prerequisites may take courses from both concentrations, which are as follows.

  • 网络安全

    Learn to identify, analyze and address risks; detect intrusions; harden information systems and networks to protect data confidentiality and integrity; maintain IT availability; and mitigate losses. Prepare for the Certified 信息rmation Systems Security 专业 certification exams. 

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  • 信息rmation Technology Auditing

    Learn to identify, analyze and address risks; assess information system security controls; and ensure alignment with strategic organizational goals and regulatory requirements. Gain expertise and skills while learning the tools and procedures for conducting external and internal IT auditing processes. 

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"As soon as I was in my first class, I felt like I was exactly where I was meant to be."

类 & 课程

This 30-credit master’s program may be completed on a full- or part-time basis, with multiple entry points offered during the academic year. 的 program is offered in-person on Temple University’s Main Campus as well as online.  Its location in Philadelphia provides students with access to the benefits of city life and connections to leading organizations. 

的 common core requirements comprise the following four courses.

  • Business Skills for ITACS 专业s
  • IT治理
  • Protection of 信息rmation Assets
  • Security Architecture

Other courses vary based on your chosen concentration. Learn more about courses for each concentration of the 信息rmation Technology Auditing and Cyber Security MS.

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学费 & 费用

In keeping with Temple’s commitment to access and affordability, this Master of Science offers a competitive level of tuition with multiple opportunities for financial support.

学费 rates are set annually by the university and are affected by multiple factors, including program degree level (undergraduate or graduate), course load (full- or part-time), in-state or out-of-state residency, 和更多的. 的se tuition costs apply to the 2023–2024 academic year.

Pennsylvania resident: $1,165.每学分00美元
州外: $1,165.每学分00美元

You can view the full Cost of Attendance breakdown on the Student Financial Services website.

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