
Cybersecurity Management, Risk and Governance Certificate
Overview
This Certificate in Cybersecurity – Management Risk and Governance focuses on developing and implementing an information security program. Topics include policy, governance, risk and organization.
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Courses offered following the Master of Cybersecurity class schedule. Cohorts begin every fall semester.
Application and document deadline:
- Fall 2025: Feb. 12, 2025
Program Details
- ADMISSION
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent education background
- Applicants with a baccalaureate degree in a related field may be able to meet prerequisites with equivalent work experience in computer science and will be considered for conditional admission
- Admission requires a minimum of 3.0 GPA in upper-division computer science courses and at least a 2.5 undergraduate GPA in the last 60 semester units (or last 90 quarter units) attempted
- One official transcript from each academic institution attended
- A personal statement describing reasons for pursuing this program
- Résumé or curriculum vitae
- Two letters of recommendation
- No GRE required to apply
Please note: To be considered for admission you must reside in an approved state.
Prerequisites
Related work experience.
- COSTS
Semester Units* Subtotal** Fall Semester 1
6 $4,950 Spring Semester 1 3 $2,475 Summer Semester 1 3 $2,475 Total 12 $9,900 *Unit rate for this program is $825
**University semester fees not included. View complete breakdown of Extended Learning fees. Semester tuition subtotals based on sample program sequence. All quoted tuition rates are based on previous academic years and are subject to change without notice.
Funding and Financial Aid
- This program is not eligible for financial aid
- Visit the Extended Learning funding page or call 760-750-4850 to learn more about your funding options
- Federal VA educational benefits can be used for this program (not eligible for Cal Vet fee waiver)
- Active duty military, veterans and dependents should visit the military services page or call 760-750-8705
- COURSE SEQUENCE
View course descriptions and specific program requirements on the Cybersecurity - Management, Risk and Governance Certificate of Advanced Study Catalog Page.
Please note: This program has a set schedule of courses that you are expected to follow as part of your cohort.
Sample Schedule for Fall Start
Semester Course (units) Fall Semester 1 MCS 500 (2)
MGMT 521 (2)
MIS 522 (2)
Spring Semester 1 MIS 622 (3) Summer Semester 1 MIS 621 (3) Schedule is subject to change.
- FAQ
Can these classes count toward the Master of Cybersecurity program?
Yes! These selected courses are part of CSUSM's fully online Master of Cybersecurity program.
What services do you offer to active military, veterans and dependents?
Please visit our military and veteran services page to learn how we can help.
Who is this program designed for?
This program is perfect for professionals who cannot commit to a full master's degree at this time, but want real world cyber education and training. Earning these certificates allows you to take graduate-level courses that can be used to complete your Master of Cybersecurity at a later time.
This Cybersecurity Management, Risk and Governance certificate is ideal for those who don't want or need to go deeper into technology. The Cybersecurity Technologies certificate is ideal for those who don't want or need to go deeper into governance & policy. If you're looking to go deeper into both areas, you can apply these certificate courses to CSUSM's fully online Master of Cybersecurity program.
The courses that make up this certificate program are part of the Master of Cybersecurity at CSUSM
As an alternative to the GRE, you may submit a resume showing work experience in cybersecurity or technology fields
This certificate program is fully online, allowing you the convenience and flexibility to fit this program into your busy schedule
Topics include: organization behavior, information systems and security management, information security governance, technology assessment, and more
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