Information Security
Geared for professionals looking for advanced knowledge in information security, this certificate program prepares you to become an expert in determining the costs and benefits of security operations and investments. Develop security policies and procedures that protect organizations from internal and external information security incidents and threats and learn to lead the planning and management efforts of safeguarding information and ensuring continuity of operations.
At a Glance
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Skills You'll Learn
Enhance physical, personnel, and information security
Secure a network and services
Create business continuity plans
Curriculum
Specialized Graduate Certificate in Information Security requires completion of 16 credit hours (4 courses).
All students are required to complete a zero-credit Student Success Course.
Sample Schedule
Finish a graduate certificate in as few as six months or take up to a year. Choose your time to completion to get a better sense of what your schedule will look like during your certificate program.
| Year 1 | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-Course Certificate Classes | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 6-Course Certificate Classes | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Interested in a master's degree?
Explore our Master of Science in Security Management with a concentration in Information Security.
Take a Course Before You Apply
We know how important it is to get started when you're ready and that's why you can enroll in a course before you officially apply.
Career Outcomes
Predicted outcomes for graduates of Information Security
Employment for information security analysts is expected to grow at a rate of 33% through 2030 - much faster than the average — according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Industries with the most need include finance, government, and healthcare.
U.S. News and World Report ranked information security analyst #2 on their “Best Technology Jobs” list due to factors such as salary and job growth.
Job Titles
Information Security Analysts Salary: National Average
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Flexible Online Classes
We understand the demands of balancing work, friends and family, and school can be challenging. That's why at University College, you can complete your program entirely online. Our online learning platform makes it easy to work anywhere at any time.
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Accreditation
University College programs maintain the highest level of accreditation offered by The Higher Learning Commission, one of the regional accrediting bodies recognized by the federal government. The University of Denver and all of its academic programs are regionally accredited by this commission, and regional accreditation is the highest standard for universities in the United States.