MSc IT Security Management

Master

Distance

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Methodology

    Distance Learning

  • Duration

    2 Years

  • Credits

    180

  • Online campus

    Yes

  • Delivery of study materials

    Yes

  • Support service

    Yes

  • Virtual classes

    Yes

IT Security Management is an area that is increasing in importance with each week that passes. It is vital that organisations treat IT security as a serious matter, and many now employ specialists to protect their information and reputation from technological risks and threats.

From information security strategy development and trend monitoring to risk and information system management, this Postgraduate IT Security Management Master's Degree course from Arden University will deepen any existing knowledge you have of the IT security management industry, and provide you with the skills and confidence needed to secure or perform more effectively in a leadership role.

This online programme is well suited to anyone currently working in or wishing to make a move towards a role which sees them taking responsibility for the management and deployment of IT security, including infrastructure, policy making, governance and compliance.

As a Distance Learning programme with a predominantly online university, you will work through course content as and when you wish to, using our online learning platform. This is an ideal learning solution for anyone looking to continue full-time or part-time work while they study for their Master's Degree.

About this course

This Master's Degree course in IT Security Management will appeal to you if you need to develop or improve your skills and knowledge in managing IT-related security, whether that is to increase the security of your company, comply with new regulations or progress in your career.

There are many careers in which Arden's Master's level course will be of use, including corporate information, security and technology teams, consultancy, government information-security departments, or cyber security related research.

Also leading finance, insurance, business management and IT firms, consultancies and government organisations have a growing need for the skills that this Arden University programme delivers.

Roles that that you might look at include:

IT Security Team Leader
Network Security Manager
Head of IT Risk
IT Security and Governance Officer
Government Technology Officer
Future Technologist
Infrastructure Manager
Quality and Security Policy Manager

To be eligible for this MSc IT Security Management Master's Degree course you must normally have:

A UK Honours Degree in a related IT subject at a minimum of second class (2.2) or equivalent, OR;
Relevant IT work experience

For students whose prior learning was not taught in English, you must have IELTS 6.5 or equivalent (no less than 6.0 in any element).

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Subjects

  • Compliance
  • Security Management
  • Governance
  • Technology
  • IT Security
  • Information
  • Management
  • IT Security Management
  • Leadership
  • Trend Monitoring
  • Strategy Development

Course programme

Modules

  • Technology and Trend Monitoring
  • Information Security Strategy Development
  • Risk Management
  • IT Security Management
  • IS Governance
  • Cloud Systems and Applications
  • Research Project

Please note that the modules listed are indicative and may be subject to change.

Assessments

Assessments provide an opportunity for those on Distance Learning courses to demonstrate their strengths in a number of ways and so a variety of methods are used. These could include:

  • Reports
  • Presentations
  • Research Proposal
  • Dissertation or Journal Article

To support your development and ensure you are on the right track with your Postgraduate Distance Learning, Arden will provide you with tutor feedback on every assessment you submit.

MSc IT Security Management

Price on request