Department Contact:
Francis Worldwide Dean: Dr. Tricia McFadden
Francis Worldwide Director: Mrs. Sherri Link, Academic & Student Affairs
Partnering Academic Department: Mathematics, Engineering and Computer Science
Chair: Dr. Rachel Wagner, rwagner@francis.edu
Program Description:
The Cybersecurity Strategy, certificate program provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to understand and manage the risks faced on both the global and local stage, in both today’s world and tomorrow’s. Students will also develop the ability to design, and implement a sound cybersecurity strategy for their organization.
Participants in this program will learn about risk management in the context of the cyber environment, frameworks, compliance issues, cyber strategy both in the context of private industry and governmental agencies, cyber warfare, and the law.
Admission Requirements:
Admission candidates must have graduated with a minimum GPA of 2.5 achieved in a baccalaureate degree. See Francis Worldwide, School of Continuing Studies for admission criteria and information.
Estimated Completion Time:
Typically 1-2 years of part-time study
Total Credits Required:
18 credits