Graduate Program: Enterprise Information Security (Certificate NDP)

General Information

Request Information
Program/Degree
Enterprise Information Security (Certificate NDP)  
Program Description

The Management Information Systems (MIS) Department, in association with the Outreach College, offers an online Enterprise Security Certificate.

The MISonline Enterprise Security Certificate addresses top IT concerns with courses designed specifically for information security professionals both within industry and government. Supported by our world-class faculty, students will gain the critical knowledge that is needed to secure information and information systems in the areas of confidentiality, integrity and availability. The three course certificate leverages the MIS department’s designation, by the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security, as a Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education (CAE-IAE).

 
Department/Academic Unit(s)

Since pioneering one of the nation's first Management Information Systems (MIS) curricula, the MIS department has been a leader in IT education and research. Our programs—ranked in the top 5 since 1989—reflect the vigorous dynamics of technology today. We have brought in more than $200 million in external funding for research—more than any other MIS program in the world. Our research generates real-world solutions for significant problems and influences our cutting-edge curriculum. Our distinguished faculty win research and teaching awards. Our alumni hold leadership positions in diverse business environments, from Fortune 500 technology and consulting enterprises to emerging new ventures.

 
College

Eller College of Management

 
Campuses where offered

University of Arizona - Main - Tucson

Arizona Online - Online

 
Contacts
Admissions Contact
Natalie D Mora
520-413-5544
Graduate Program Coordinator
Bryn M Pallette
520-621-0193
Director of Graduate Studies
William T Neumann
520-621-5169
Graduate College Degree Counselor
Kristi R Davenport
520-626-1930
 
Tuition and Fees
Please refer to the UA Bursar's Office Tuition and Fees Calculator for up-to-date information about tuition and fees. 
Please refer to the UA Registrar's's Office Special Course Fees for up-to-date information about special course fees. 

Admissions Information

Admissions Requirements
  • Four-year bachelor's degree (domestic) or U.S. comparable bachelor's degree (international)
  • Undergraduate 3.0 GPA (4.0 scale)
  • TOEFL minimum score of 90 (internet-based testing, international students only)
  • 1 letter of recommendation (application system will ask for recommenders' contact information and it will send out the requests for you online.)
  • Purpose of Graduate Study. A document stating your goals and objectives of gaining this certificate and how obtaining this certificate will impact your career path. (uploaded during the application process.)

Send your official transcripts to:

     MIS Department, Online Admissions

     University of Arizona

     Eller College of Management

     McClelland Hall #430

     PO Box 210108

     Tucson, AZ 85721-0108

 
Standardized Tests

Required test(s): N/A
Required GRE Subject tests:
Recommended tests:
Recommended GRE Subject tests:
Minimum GRE Verbal:
Minimum GRE Quantitative:
Minumum GRE Written:
Minimum GMAT:
Minimum MAT:
Minimum TOEFL: 90
Minimum IELTS: 7

 
Funding Opportunities
The Academic Unit has not provided this information. 
Admissions Deadlines

 

The 100% online program offers six admission dates throughout the year.


Please visit https://eller.arizona.edu/programs/non-degree/certificates/enterprise-security to review upcoming deadlines

 

 
International Conditional Admission

International applicants will not be considered for conditional admission by this program.

Other Information
The GRE Institution Code for The University of Arizona is 4832

Completion Requirements

Minimum Credit Units

9 

Core Coursework Requirements

Core coursework

Minimum GPA: 3.0

MIS 515 Information Security in the Public and Private Sectors (3 units)

MIS 516 Information Security Risk Management (3 units)

MSI 517 Systems Security Management (3 units)
 

 
Elective Coursework

There are no electives for this program. 

 
Additional Requirements

Students must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA or higher in the program. 

Certificate students are expected and required to complete their coursework and graduate with in four years from the date of the first course on their plan of study.

 
Student Handbook

Please refer to the Graduate Student Handbook for students who are pursuing this program of study.

 
Persistent link:
Last revised 13 Aug 2020