College of sciences
Master of Applied Security and Analytics
Advance your expertise in cybersecurity and data analytics while building leadership skills. Combine technical graduate study with business and management coursework to prepare for greater responsibility in technology organizations.
Overview
About the Program
University of Findlay’s Master of Science in Applied Security and Analytics program prepares computer science professionals to work as specialists in secure software development and big data analytics as both technical and managerial leaders in industry and government. Our program focuses on professionals who are interested in increasing their leadership, technology, and business skills for existing job enhancement or career advancement. As a Professional Science Master’s program, we combine rigorous study in science and mathematics with skills-based coursework in management, policy, or law. Jumpstart your career by expanding your IT knowledge in the areas of security and analytics and hone your business skills in accounting, finance, project management and the art of managing people in a technological environment.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Master of Applied Security and Analytics by the Numbers
12
Courses
The applied security and analytics master’s requires 12 courses.
8
Technical courses
Eight of the 12 focus on technical work.
34
Required credits
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At a Glance
College
College of Sciences
Degree
Master of Science in Applied Security and Analytics
Format
Online or Hybrid
Required credits
34 Credits
Curriculum
Course Requirements
To earn a Master of Science in Applied Security and Analytics, students must complete a total of 12 courses, eight of which focus on the technical side of the industry and three additional courses that focus on building your leadership and management skills.
Students earning a Master of Science in Applied Security and Analytics must complete the following curriculum.
The curriculum consists of required courses grounded in software engineering, data mining, analytics, cybersecurity, and project management. View the full curriculum in the University of Findlay Graduate Catalog.
beyond graduation
Careers
Graduates of the Master of Science in Applied Security and Analytics program are prepared for advanced roles at the intersection of cybersecurity, data analytics, software development, and technology leadership. The program equips professionals with the technical expertise and business acumen needed to protect organizational assets, analyze complex data, and lead technology-driven initiatives across private industry, government agencies, healthcare organizations, financial institutions, and consulting firms.
- Information Security Analyst
- Cybersecurity Specialist
- Security Engineer
- Secure Software Developer
- Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
- Cyber Risk Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Data Analytics Manager
- Big Data Engineer
- Information Systems Manager
- IT Project Manager
- Technology Consultant
- Network Security Administrator
- Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Track
For national context on related careers, explore the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook profile for Information Security Analysts.
financial aid
Cost of Education
Graduate students can support the cost of their education in a variety of ways during their time at Findlay.
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Accreditation
The College of Sciences is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
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