With evolving behaviors of cybercriminals and the increase of cyberattacks year-over-year, both public and private sector organizations are investing in cybersecurity more than ever. Georgetown University’s Master of Professional Studies in Cybersecurity Risk Management program prepares you to think strategically and serve as an invaluable asset to any organization or business.
Drawing from frameworks established by the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE) and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), our online program takes an interdisciplinary approach to cybersecurity, examining the field through the lenses of ethics, communications, management, law, security, and computer science. You’ll master the leading tools and techniques, such as applied intelligence and machine learning algorithms, to respond to any security threat.
You’ll also gain hands-on experience with real-time data to analyze events, detect malicious activities, and recommend countermeasures. Through collaborative online projects with classmates from around the world, you’ll develop security strategies related to information security and privacy, international standards, and industry guidelines.
You’ll study the impact of disruptive technological innovation on organizations, and their ability to adapt to change. You’ll learn how to identify and apply sustainable solutions to keep your team agile and better equipped to respond to shifting organizational and industry priorities.
The knowledge and skills I'm learning from this program have already helped me become a successful leader in my cybersecurity career. The experience shared by faculty and classmates is invaluable.
Alex Crawford
Master's in Cybersecurity Risk Management
Ideal for working professionals, our cybersecurity program is designed to fit your schedule, with online classes that allow you to earn your degree without interrupting your career.
Upon completing the online degree program, students will be ready to design, construct, and evaluate secure computer systems. You’ll be able to deploy innovative solutions, such as cloud computing and security architecture, to protect data in this new technological age.
