Columbia College Bachelor's in Cybersecurity
Study cybersecurity at Columbia College.
Residential classes
Jan
08
next start date
16
week semester
5
year locked-in tuition
Online & night classes
Oct
23
next start date
8
week sessions
$375
undergraduate tuition
Available program formats: Online: BS In class: BS
Protect organizations against digital threats
The Columbia College cybersecurity program gives you a foundational understanding of computer information systems while preparing you to protect operating systems against cyber-attacks. You’ll be able to utilize a broad skill base to anticipate, identify, assess and respond to digital threats.
You will learn to manage database development and security projects. Acquire technical skills to work in Java, C++, C# and web programming languages. Learn to develop software using agile processes.
Additionally, you’ll understand the techniques and theories around use of algorithms, operating systems and networks.
Finally, you’ll have the skills to conduct digital investigations, processing evidence according to accepted professional standards.
Opportunities to study:
- Software development
- Databases
- Computer programming
- Operating systems
- Computer networks
- Project management
- Cybercrime
- Digital forensics
Prepare for the in-demand field of cybersecurity
From massive database breaches to small-scale scams, cyber threats have become the norm in today’s society. And employers are scrambling to find talented professionals to help fight back.
With a cybersecurity degree from Columbia College, you’ll be equipped for these in-demand roles.
Utilize a broad skill base to anticipate, identify, assess, protect and respond to digital threats. You’ll be prepared to monitor systems for breaches, investigate violations and develop security standards. Work in computer system design, information technology or for government agencies. Or, work for finance, health and other companies that store massive amounts of sensitive information.
Employment of cybersecurity occupations is growing at a much faster-than-average rate, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Some possible paths include:
- Cybercrime investigation
- Cyber network defense
- Cyber ops analytics
- Cybersecurity analytics
- Cybersecurity consulting
- Cryptography
- Information systems analytics
- Security vulnerability testing
Columbia College Global offers traditional classroom instruction for many courses at nationwide locations. Students at nationwide locations are expected to engage with multiple learning methods, including online and virtual while completing their degree. Columbia College offers on-campus programs with traditional classroom instruction at the Residential Campus in Columbia, Missouri.
Dr. Yihsiang Liow
"In some areas of study where you study the theory, in computer science, you actually implement the theory. You can understand the logic behind a computer game, and then you can write your own game."
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Find your path
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Main line: (573) 875-8700
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Department phone: 573-875-7271
Office: STC 231
Email: NSM@CCIS.edu
Your degree starts here Take these courses
Available program formats
- Core requirements 56-57 credit hours
- Total degree requirements 120 credit hours
Some courses you may take
Network architecture and the OSI model. Physical protocols for data transmission and error detection/correction, data link concepts, LAN protocols, internetworking, end-to-end service and security considerations. Prerequisite: CISS 350.
Cybercrime is an interdisciplinary survey of high-technology crime from criminal justice and computer science perspectives from the characterization and theory of cybercrime to the acquisition and preservation of evidence. Cross-listed with CJAD 367. Prerequisites/Corequisites: One of CJAD 101, CISS 201, CISS 202, or HSEC 250.
An interdisciplinary approach to learning about best practices in digital and networking evidence preservation and processing involving computers, storage media and mobile devices. Cross-listed with FRSC 400. Prerequisites: One of FRSC 210, CISS 301, CISS 302, CISS 370, or CISS 410.
Introduction to information systems security issues associated with formal and informal systems' protection, detection and responses. Prerequisite: Junior standing.