The curriculum for the Cybersecurity Professional Certificate has recently undergone some significant revisions. These revisions are based upon the core knowledge units developed by the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The Certificate consists of six domain areas: (1) programming; (2) basic data analysis; (3) policy, legal, ethics and compliance; (4) networking and IT systems components; (5) system administration; and (6) fundamental security design principles, cyber threats, cyber defense, and cryptography.
The credential is responsive to industry and societal needs for more have citizens with skills and knowledge in cybersecurity. The coursework arms individuals to recognize and respond to cybersecurity threats. The 18 credit program is aimed at attracting individuals in all industries and across curricular domains at UM.
Courses leading to the credentials are offered at both Missoula College and the College of Business.
