Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security
The Cyber Security certificate provides students with a concentrated and in-depth exposure to critical infrastructure security concerns to enhance professional capability. Individuals holding a baccalaureate degree in Computer Science or a related field would be suitable candidates for this program.
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15 - 60 Credit Hours
Strengthen Systems. Defend Data. Advance Your Career.
SHSU’s Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security provides focused, in-depth training for students and professionals who want to strengthen their knowledge of critical infrastructure security, network defense, and cyber risk. Designed for individuals with a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, the certificate helps students build the technical foundation needed to assess vulnerabilities, prevent attacks, and support cybersecurity operations across business, industry, and government settings.
Through courses in cryptography, malware, network security, cyber warfare, and cyber law or business continuity, students gain practical knowledge that can support career growth or further graduate study in computing, digital forensics, and cybersecurity fields.
Who Is This Certificate For?
This certificate is designed for students who already hold a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a closely related field and want focused graduate training in cybersecurity. Applicants should have a minimum 3.0 GPA and a background in computer networks, databases, calculus and statistics.
What Will I Study?
Students complete 15 credit hours covering cryptography, malware, network and cyber security, cyber warfare and terrorism, plus an elective in business continuity management or cyber law. Students who need additional preparation may be required to complete graduate stem courses.
Cybersecurity Skills That Matter
Develop focused skills in cyber defense, risk assessment and security planning for professional roles in public and private sectors.
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Assess Cyber Risk
Learn how to analyze networks, identify vulnerabilities and evaluate risks that can threaten an organization’s systems, data and operations.
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Prevent Attacks
Build the knowledge needed to create plans and implement strategies that help protect networks from malware, cyber threats and security breaches.
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Expand Career Options
Prepare for cybersecurity responsibilities in business, industry and government while building graduate-level expertise that can support future study or career advancement.
Find Your Future Career
Graduates pursue careers as cybersecurity analysts, digital forensic investigators, information security specialists, ethical hackers, incident responders, and more.
Expert Faculty to Advise You
Our faculty have extensive experience in the field and are committed to your success.
Become a Bearkat
Ready to learn how SHSU can help you or to start your application today? Our Admissions team is here to help. Call 936-339-0148