Master of Cybersecurity Management

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Format Options
Online or on campus
in St. Louis
Time to Completion
2 – 3 years
Program Length
10 courses for
30 credit hours

Sharpen Your Game in Cybersecurity Response

The growing risk of cybersecurity threats presents a near-constant need to innovate and evolve, making skilled cybersecurity leaders crucial to any organization. Washington University’s Master of Cybersecurity Management (MCSM) delivers dynamic classes with industry experts to ensure a future-focused leadership education.

Our 10-course program is flexible but comprehensive, equipping you to prepare your team today for the threats of tomorrow.

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Future-focused Education

The MCSM program is designed for cybersecurity and information technology professionals who are ready to build on their training and experience to gain a deeper understanding of what it takes to be a cybersecurity leader. From the first course and throughout the program, you will combine theory with real-world applications to strengthen your management acumen, collaborative problem solving, interpersonal communication and leadership competencies.

Why consider the Master of Cybersecurity Management from the Sever Institute at Washington University in St. Louis?

  • Experienced, engaged industry experts and faculty at a world-class, nationally ranked university
  • An integrative curriculum focusing on today’s most important and complex security issues
  • Flexible formats, including evening and on-line options to provide minimal disruption to your work and life

A Higher Degree of Leadership

Gain advanced knowledge, elevate your critical thinking and improve your ability to ask the right strategic and operational questions. Provide the leadership to solve today’s complex security-driven problems. Here, you will:

  • Learn from leading cybersecurity experts and practitioners who bring their industry experience into the classroom
  • Create a solid foundation in cybersecurity management and governance blended with exposure to technical fundamentals, all while addressing emerging issues and the latest challenges
  • Gain perspective from high-ability student peers that enhance classroom learning

Real-world Applications with Industry Experts

Learn from cybersecurity thought leaders and industry professionals to build your professional network and enhance your education. Our curriculum combines foundational technical knowledge with current issues in cybersecurity, preparing you to become a difference maker at your organization and defend against threats at every level of the enterprise. With an MCSM from WashU you will:

World-class Education

Customize your cybersecurity education with our flexible program. Take courses like Emerging Issues and Technology in Cybersecurity, Incident Response and Business Continuity and more.

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Career Possibilities

A Master's in Cybersecurity is more than just a degree; it's a passport to endless career possibilities. Demand has never been greater for well-trained cybersecurity professionals who are vital in every industry. With a Master of Cybersecurity Management from WashU, you'll have the knowledge and expertise to protect businesses, organizations and governments from cyber attacks.

Ready to take the next step in your professional journey? Pursue your MCSM with WashU to unlock the door to a promising and rewarding career with jobs like:

  • Senior Technical Manager
  • Senior Cloud Security Engineer
  • Senior Principal Cyber Systems Engineer
  • Senior Cybersecurity Consultant
  • Senior Security Architect
  • Information Systems Security Director
  • Director, Technology Risk
  • IT/Cyber Account Executive
  • Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

Experience Success with WashU

Student-centered Cybersecurity Education

Your cybersecurity expertise trained you to envision a future free of cyber threats, seeing the bigger picture to improve the world around you. At WashU, we’ll enhance that experience with expert-led courses that help you master the nuance and complexity of effective leadership.

Flexible classes for working professionals

Ready to make a difference? Choose between our part-time online or part-time on campus programs to make the most of your time.

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