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Cybersecurity Management, Graduate Certificate (Offered through the Kelley School of Business)

The IU Online Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity Management prepares you to advance your career and enter a management role in the cybersecurity industry. This fast, online certificate program provides the technology and leadership skills you need to advance your career and grow professionally.

Program quick facts

Course Delivery

100% Online

Total Credits

12

Campuses Hosting

  • Bloomington

Degree Type

Graduate Certificate

Certificate Overview

The IU Online Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity Management covers cybersecurity management, including cybersecurity literacy, IT risk management, and global cybersecurity law and policy. You’ll explore cybersecurity best practices, apply strategies to a variety of business situations, and understand privacy and Internet governance.

You’ll graduate with an Indiana University certificate respected by employers worldwide—and you can work on yours anytime and anywhere. Plus, you’ll enjoy personalized support services throughout your academic journey.

To be accepted to this program, you must have a bachelor's degree.

To apply to this program, complete an online application that includes:

  • Transcripts
  • Resume
  • Personal statement (500 words or fewer) of what you want to achieve in this program
  • Letter of recommendation 
Application Deadlines

Fall Term: June 1

Winter Term: Sept. 1

Spring Term: Dec 1

Summer Term: March 1

Your IU Online Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity Management prepares you for such careers as: 

  • Cybersecurity specialist   
  • Security management specialist
  • Information security analyst
  • Computer and information systems manager
  • Security engineer
  • Vulnerability assessor
  • Security software developer
  • Privacy specialist
  • Performance analyst
  • IT specialist

To earn the Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity Management, you must complete 12 credit hours.

Requirements are broken down as follows: 

  • Cybersecurity management core courses (9 credit hours)
  • Cybersecurity elective course (3 credit hours)

NOTE: If you choose to pursue the IU Online M.S. in Cybersecurity Risk Management, these certificate courses may apply to your degree requirements. Completion of the certificate program does not guarantee admission to the graduate program.

Core Classes for the Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity Management
Course Number Core Course Name Credits
BUKD-T 560 IT Risk Management                                                   3 Credits
BUKD-L 578 Cybersecurity Law and Policy 3 Credits
BUKD-S 579 Information Systems Security 3 Credits
Elective Classes for the Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity Management
Course Number Elective Course Name Credits
BUKD-C 522 Information Technology 3 Credits
BUEX-K 533 Data Intelligence and Visualization 3 Credits
BUKD-L 548 Managing Intellectual Property in a Global Environment 3 Credits

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Program cost information

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Note: This program is not eligible for financial aid.

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