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Master’s Degree in Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity is an increasingly important priority for all types of institutions. Become an expert in systems analysis and cybercrimes to obtain one of today’s most in-demand professional profiles.

Format 100% Online

Start date January 2025

Accreditation U.S. degree

Language Spanish

Tackle cybersecurity challenges head-on

Develop the skills to both detect and prevent the most common cyberthreats, such as ransomware, malware, and cryptojacking. You will learn how to apply security audit standards, conduct forensic analyses, and manage security incidents. Practice designing security measures for cloud systems, becoming a professional equipped to protect all types of organizations from advanced cyberattacks.

What will you learn during your Master’s in Cybersecurity?

Combat the growing number of cyberattacks affecting companies today using state-of-the-art cybersecurity tools. You will learn how to:

  • Analyze the legal risks related to security in different types of systems.
  • Apply the main security auditing standards and best practices.
  • Use the most effective forensic analysis techniques and prepare expert reports.
  • Employ different algorithms and cryptography techniques to protect systems and communications.
  • Analyze vulnerabilities in specific systems and make proactive and reactive decisions in response to potential cybersecurity failures and breaches.
  • Understand how perimeter protection systems use AI techniques to secure networks.
  • Design and implement security measures for cloud-based systems.
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Format

We offer this U.S. degree in an online learning format to give you maximum flexibility. Advance at your own pace, anytime and anywhere.

Online

$5,000

Full tuition

$139

Per credit

$400

Graduation fee

Start date

January 2025
Language

Spanish
Duration

18 months (5 semesters)

Application fee

  • $50 (U.S. residents).
  • $150 (international students).

Highlights

  • Accredited by DEAC.
  • Live and recorded classes.
  • Maximum flexibility.
  • Classes in English or Spanish.
  • U.S. degree.

Scholarships

See all the scholarships we have available for those who qualify, along with our no-interest payment plans. If you have any questions about your personal situation, we are here to help.

Career opportunities

$110,000

AVERAGE SALARY

95%

EMPLOYABILITY

In an increasingly digital world, the demand for cybersecurity professionals is on the rise. According to the World Economic Forum, there is a global shortage of nearly 4 million cybersecurity professionals, making this master’s degree your gateway to new career opportunities in almost any industry.

With this master’s degree, you’ll be prepared for positions such as:

  • Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst.
  • Ethical hacking expert.
  • CISO (Chief Information Security Officer).
  • Systems and network security administrator
  • Security consultant
  • Digital forensic examiner
  • Security systems architect
  • Cybersecurity analyst
  • Digital forensics expert

Program

36 Credits

At MIU, each academic term lasts 15 weeks, equivalent to one semester in the U.S. education system. We have three semesters each year: from January to May, from May to August, and from August to December.

See all the courses included in your degree program.

First year

6 subjects

1st semester

3 subjects
Cybercrime and Cybersecurity Regulations

MCY510

3 US Credits

Cybersecurity Governance and Risk Analysis

MCY520

3 US Credits

Computer Forensics and Incident Response

MCY530

3 US Credits

2nd semester

3 subjects
System, Application, and Big Data Security

MCY540

3 US Credits

Network Security and Intelligent Threat Analysis

MCY550

3 US Credits

Secure Software Development and Auditing

MCY560

3 US Credits

Second year

4 subjects

3rd semester

2 subjects
Ethical Hacking

MCY570

3 US Credits

Applied Cryptography

MCY580

3 US Credits

4th semester

2 subjects
Digital Identity Models and Technologies

MCY590

3 US Credits

Cloud, Mobile and Virtualized Environments Security

MCY600

3 US Credits

5th semester

1 subject

Cybersecurity Capstone Project

Why study at MIU?

Earning your Master’s Degree in Cybersecurity at MIU will accelerate your professional career, preparing you for today’s business world. And, if you take this degree program with us, you can enjoy:

  • A U.S. degree adapted to the needs of the American global market.
  • Access to quality networking that connects you with students from all over the world, broadening your horizons and your opportunities.
  • Flexible methodology that includes onboarding, personal advising, live and recorded classes, 24/7 technical support, and access to all the online resources.
  • Affordable prices and a simple enrollment process for easy access to a high-quality education.
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Faculty

Our team of highly experienced instructors is dedicated to providing you with practical, specialized training that meets the real-world demands of corporate environments.

Dr. Stan Johnson
Dr. Stan Johnson

MEL Lead Instructor
Dr. Eliette Barrios
Dr. Eliette Barrios

BSBA Lead Instructor

Student profile

This Master’s in Cybersecurity is intended for engineers with a degree in any field related to Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), such as computer science, telecommunications, and telematics. Candidates without one of these degrees can also apply if they hold a bachelor’s degree and have extensive and verifiable work experience in ICT.

Requirements

To apply for the online or hybrid MBA program, you must submit the following:

  • Your bachelor’s or master’s degree diploma.
  • Copy of your passport or official ID.
  • Completed application form.
  • Updated resume.

If you are not a U.S. resident or English is not your native language, please check the additional requirements.

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Key dates

  • Fall semester: September – December
    • Enrollment: August
  • Spring semester: January – May
    • Enrollment: December
  • Summer semester: May – August
    • Enrollment: April
    2024/2025 Academic calendar
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A leader in online education

We are proud to be part of PROEDUCA Universidades, an educational group at the forefront of online learning at the international level. This allows us to offer you a high-quality U.S. education at a competitive and affordable price.

MIU City University Miami is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) licensed by the Florida Commission for Independent Education of the Florida Department of Education.

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MIU City University Miami is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) licensed by the Florida Commission for Independent Education of the Florida Department of Education.

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