Online MBA: Cybersecurity Emphasis
Online MBA: Cybersecurity Emphasis
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Cybersecurity is a significant concern in every industry and sector that relies on information technology.(See disclaimer 1) Businesses need to protect their own proprietary information, as well as their customers’ sensitive data. The program is a way to bridge the gap between the boardroom and the IT department. Grand Canyon University’s Colangelo College of Business is pleased to offer the Master of Business Administration (MBA) with an Emphasis in Cybersecurity degree to professionals who wish to focus their careers on protecting computer systems and digital information.
Number of estimated cybersecurity jobs needed globally(See disclaimer 1)
This MBA with a cybersecurity emphasis blends topics in modern business management with a comprehensive cybersecurity curriculum. By earning your degree, you can prepare to meet the diverse challenges of the modern workplace. The skills taught in this MBA program are transferrable across a broad range of cybersecurity jobs and industries.
As a graduate, you’ll be expected to understand how to design effective cybersecurity programs to prevent and correct security weaknesses.
An MBA with a cybersecurity emphasis may be beneficial in these areas:
Business growth planning
Best practices in industry cybersecurity research
Critical application analysis
Ethical decision-making
Complex problem-solving
Secure business strategizing
The online MBA: cybersecurity emphasis allows you to work through course materials when and where it is convenient for you. GCU’s interactive e-learning platform is designed to foster collaboration and communication amongst learners, providing pathways for professional networking and exposure to diverse perspectives.
GCU’s MBA with a cybersecurity emphasis provides a comprehensive survey of modern business issues and cybersecurity concerns. There is an emphasis on examining the NIST Cybersecurity Framework. In addition to cybersecurity courses, this MBA program includes coursework in business analytics and management.
Some of the core topics you will study include:
Organizations and leadership
Cyber warfare prevention and countermeasures
Design of enterprise security and infrastructure
Operational and strategic management
Security solutions that align with business plans
Financial forecasting
Management of working capital
Cost behavior and budgeting
In addition to cybersecurity, GCU offers a variety of emphases within our MBA program. Explore your options below.
The Colangelo College of Business seeks to graduate fully capable business leaders and future executives. When you graduate with your MBA with a cybersecurity emphasis, you may position yourself to pursue a decision-making role in any organization that understands the importance of cyberdefense.
It is expected that cybercrime will result in a loss of $8 trillion globally in 2023, with estimates of $10.5 trillion in losses annually by 2025.(See disclaimer 2) With the growth of cybercrimes, there is a critical need for business executives who understand the dynamics of cyberattacks and threat intelligence to mitigate the risk.
Estimated losses globally by 2025 due to cybercrime.(See disclaimer 2)
At GCU, our mission is to provide greater accessibility to quality education that can prepare you to pursue your intended career pathway. We are proud to be institutionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission — a reflection of our tradition in academic excellence. The Colangelo College of Business shares the university’s commitment to upholding the principles and standards established by our accrediting bodies.
As you reflect upon your choice of degree programs and your potential career outcomes, it can be helpful to conduct some background research on the field. GCU has compiled the following frequently asked questions and answers for your consideration.
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Pursue a career in cybersecurity and work to protect organizations and individuals. Apply today to earn online MBA: Cybersecurity emphasis at GCU.
Fundamental courses prepare students for the curricular content they will encounter within the program. Upon evaluation of their transcripts, students with the appropriate undergraduate degree(s) may wave fundamental course(s). All students will undergo transcript evaluations upon receipt of their undergraduate degree bearing official transcript. For college specific information regarding fundamental coursework, students should refer to the University Policy Handbook.
Fundamental courses prepare students for the curricular content they will encounter within the program. Upon evaluation of their transcripts, students with the appropriate undergraduate degree(s) may wave fundamental course(s). All students will undergo transcript evaluations upon receipt of their undergraduate degree bearing official transcript. For college specific information regarding fundamental coursework, students should refer to the University Policy Handbook.
Up to 12 credits or 1/3 of the total program requirements in transfer (whichever is less)
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Admission Requirements (Master's)
OR 2.5+ Unweighted GPA and
Admission requirements may differ based on degree level, program and modality, or transfer status. Some programs of study may require a higher GPA and/or other qualifying criteria for admission. Please review full admission and program requirements in the University Policy Handbook.
* Degree must be from an accredited college or program that has been approved by GCU.
** Combined verbal/quantitative, after August 2011 (1,000 combined verbal and quantitative, prior to August 2011).
