120 Credits
CSU Global’s Cybersecurity Bachelor’s Degree requires the completion of 120 total credits, including a mix of core degree courses, general education courses, elective courses, and optional degree specializations and certificates.Flexible Schedule
Like all courses at CSU Global, our Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity students can work full time, spend time with family and friends, and still be part of a rigorous degree program.100% Online
Our 100% online learning environment means you don’t have to put life on hold to pursue a degree, and with asynchronous classes, you can complete coursework from anywhere.Be a Champion of Innovative Information Security
In our technology-driven society, where increasingly sophisticated cyber threats continually threaten access to sensitive digital information, cybersecurity professionals have become essential members of nearly all industries. Earn your bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity and become the expert organizations turn to for help protecting digital assets and network security in a variety of settings and industries. Unlike competitors, CSU Global’s cybersecurity bachelor’s doesn’t require previous technical background and you can excel in the program no matter your prior experience.
Career Outlook
$98,350 Median Salary: According to the BLS, the average annual salary for information security analysts in 2018 was nearly $100k.
23% Growth: Employment of information security analysts is projected to grow 25% from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations.
Job Titles Commonly Held by Those Who Work in Cybersecurity: Security Analyst, Cyber Operations Specialist, Data Privacy Officer, Digital Forensics Analyst, Security Administrator.
112,300 Jobs: According to the BLS, the number of jobs in the field of cybersecurity in 2018 was more than 100k.
Program Details
Program Overview
A Cybersecurity degree will provide you with a working knowledge of core industry elements, such as computer networking and programming, as well as how to safeguard organizational assets with cutting-edge technical solutions. You’ll learn the skills you need to become a valued expert, including how to protect data and information from cyber threats, differentiate between security models, evaluate network vulnerabilities, and understand the ethical and legal issues surrounding information security.
A CSU Global Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity can contribute to your overall career advancement. Organizations of all types – private, public, nonprofit, and beyond – are actively seeking passionate, qualified cybersecurity professionals.
Courses in this Program
CSU Global’s Cybersecurity Bachelor’s Degree requires the completion of 120 total credits, including a mix of core degree courses, general education courses, elective courses, and optional degree specializations and certificates.
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CSU Global’s General Education Courses are more than a bachelor’s degree requirement. They are designed to help you develop and strengthen valuable skills demanded in the workplace.
Already taken some courses? Up to 90 total credits (and 64 from community colleges) can be transferred into a bachelor’s degree at CSU Global. Request a Transcript Evaluation Summary to see how close you already are to graduation!
ORG300 - Applying Leadership Principles
ITS310 - Introduction to Computer-Based Systems (Personal Computing)
ITS315 - Introduction to Networks
ITS350 - Information Systems and Security
ITS360 - Introduction to Cyber Security and Digital Crime
ITS405 - Intermediate Networking
ITS411 - Principles of Database Security
ITS415 - Principles of Cyber Security
ITS425 - Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing
ITS446 - Securing Virtual and Cloud Systems
ITS455 - Digital Forensics and Investigations
ITS460 - Information Security Legal and Ethical Issues
When you earn your bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity through CSU Global, you can choose to customize it with an undergraduate specialization in a subject that matches your professional goals or personal interests.
Most Popular Specializations:
- Organizational Leadership
- Project Management
- Human Resources and Organizational Development
- Marketing
- Emergency Management
- Healthcare Management
Additional Available Specializations for this Program:
- Applied Social Sciences
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics
- Business Administration
- Computer Programming
- Criminal Forensics
- Criminal Justice Management
- Criminology
- Data Management and Analysis
- Digital Marketing
- Foundations of Accounting
- Fundraising
- Healthcare Communication
- Intelligence and Homeland Security
- Operations Management and Supervision
- Public and Non-Profit Management
- Public Relations
- Virtualization and Cloud Computing
- Web Application Development
The remainder of your degree is comprised of courses of your choice that support your educational goals and needs. Including a specialization reduces the number of elective credits you'll need to complete your bachelor's degree.
Learning Outcomes
CSU Global's online bachelor's degree in cybersecurity will prepare you for jobs in the growing area of security and intelligence. This specialized program provides the necessary knowledge of techniques and best practices for careers in network security, cybersecurity management, and cybersecurity operations. CSU Global’s comprehensive curriculum in this lucrative field will prepare you for a career in cybersecurity, with these competencies:
- Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
- Design, implement and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
- Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
- Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
- Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
- Apply security principles and practices to maintain operations in the presence of risks and threats.
- Protect data and information from cyber threats.
- Differentiate between various informal security models.
- Evaluate network vulnerabilities.
- Understand the ethical and legal issues surrounding information security.
Affordable Tuition
As a not-for-profit public university, our goal at CSU Global is to make your online tuition cost as affordable as possible. We offer low-cost online degree tuition rates without taking anything away from the quality of the education you receive. We also lock in that low tuition rate with our tuition guarantee, and we provide additional discounted tuition rates for members of the armed forces and employees of our corporate affiliate partners.
Learn more about CSU Global tuition rates, and explore financial aid options available that can help cover the cost of your education.
Professional Certification Alignment
This program aligns with many of the professional certification exams employers demand, such as Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP), Certified Encryption Specialist (EC-Council ECES), Certified Incident Handler (EC-Council ECIH), CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Project+, and other relevant Certifications. Students will gain competence in the areas associated with the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (ISC-CISSP) exam.
Career Outlook
$98k+ Median Salary
According to the BLS, the average annual salary for information security analysts in 2018 was nearly $100k.
23% Growth
Employment of information security analysts is projected to grow 23 percent from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations.
Common Job Titles
Some job titles commonly held by those who work in cybersecurity include: Security Analyst, Cyber Operations Specialist, Data Privacy Officer, Digital Forensics Analyst, and Security Administrator.
112,300 Jobs
According to the BLS, the number of jobs in the field of cyber security in 2018 was more than 100k.
Program Accreditations and Rankings
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Best Online Bachelor's Degrees
U.S. News & World Report ranks CSU Global among the Top Online Bachelor's Programs for 2022.
Best Online Bachelor’s in Information Systems Security Degrees
CyberDegrees.com ranks CSU Global #1 in the 15 Best Bachelor’s in Information Systems Security Degrees 2021.
Best Online Cybersecurity Degree Programs
Intelligent.com ranks CSU Global #10 in their list of Best Online Cybersecurity Degree Programs of 2022.
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Getting an IT/cybersecurity education online with CSU Global has meant being able to balance full-time work and school, and being able to graduate debt free!
Daniel HernandezB.S. Cybersecurity, Class of 2019
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