Cybersecurity Certificate

Vision Statement

Cybersecurity is the practice of managing information related risks by ensuring confidentiality, integrity, authentication, availability, and non-repudiation of data. In addition to the national interest in cybersecurity, local businesses are increasingly reliant on secure computer infrastructures for their daily operations. A graduate-level certificate is a logical step to enhance the skill set of local and at-a-distance cybersecurity professionals. Additionally, the certificate program can serve as a feeder into the MS in cybersecurity degree should the students in the certificate choose to continue their graduate education.

Program Contact Information

si2gpc@unomaha.edu

Program Website

Admissions

General Application Requirements and Admission Criteria

Program-Specific Requirements

Application Deadlines (Spring 2025, Summer 2025, and Fall 2025)

  • Fall: July 1
  • Spring: December 1
  • Summer: April 1

Other Requirements

  • The minimum undergraduate grade point average requirement for the  program is 3.0 or equivalent score on a 4.0 scale. Applicants should have the equivalent of a four-year undergraduate degree.

  • English Language Proficiency: Applicants are required to have a command of oral and written English. Those who do not hold a baccalaureate or other advanced degree from the United States, OR a baccalaureate or other advanced degree from a predetermined country on the waiver list, must meet the minimum language proficiency score requirement in order to be considered for admission. 

    • Internet-based TOEFL: 80, IELTS: 6.5, PTE: 53, Duolingo: 110

  • Statement of Purpose: a two-page, double-spaced, word-processed essay that addresses the following two topics:
    • Discussion of two accomplishments that demonstrate your potential for success in the graduate program
    • Discussion of your unique personal qualities and life experiences that distinguish you from other applicants to this graduate program
  • Resume: Submit a detailed resume indicating your work experience and background

Degree Requirements

Required Courses
CYBR 8366PRINCIPLES OF SECURE SYSTEM DESIGN3
Select one of the following:3
CYBR 8410
DISTRIBUTED SYSTEMS AND NETWORK SECURITY
CYBR 8420
SOFTWARE ASSURANCE
CYBR 8490
CYBER INVESTIGATIONS
Electives6
CYBR 8396
MOBILE DEVICE FORENSICS
CYBR 8436
QUANTUM COMPUTING AND CRYPTOGRAPHY
CYBR/ISQA 8570
INFORMATION SECURITY POLICY AND ETHICS
CYBR 8446
INDUSTRIAL CONTROL SYSTEM SECURITY
CYBR 8450
APPLIED CRYPTOGRAPHY
CYBR 8456
ETHICAL HACKING - MALWARE ANALYSIS
CYBR 8460
SECURITY OF EMBEDDED SYSTEMS
CYBR 8466
ETHICAL HACKING - NETWORK ANALYSIS
CYBR 8470
SECURE WEB APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT
CYBR 8480
SECURE MOBILE DEVELOPMENT
CYBR 8546
COMPUTER SECURITY MANAGEMENT
CYBR 8080
SPECIAL TOPICS IN CYBERSECURITY
CYBR 8900
INDEPENDENT STUDY AND RESEARCH IN CYBERSECURITY
CYBR 8910
INTERNSHIP
CYBR 8986
SPECIAL TOPICS IN CYBERSECURITY
CSCI 8340
DATABASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS II
CSCI 8530
ADVANCED OPERATING SYSTEMS
CSCI/MATH 8566
NUMBER THEORY & CRYPTOGRAPHY
CSCI 8610
FAULT TOLERANT DISTRIBUTED SYSTEMS
ISQA 8060
RESEARCH IN MIS
ISQA 8080
SEMINAR IN MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS
ISQA 8546
COMPUTER SECURITY MANAGEMENT
ISQA 8560
INFORMATION WARFARE AND SECURITY
ISQA 8580
SECURITY RISK MANAGEMENT AND ASSESSMENT
Total Credits12

Incoming certificate students that do not have a cybersecurity background may also require foundation courses as needed prerequisites, depending on which core courses are selected and depending on the background of the student.

Completion of the Certificate

During what is expected to be the semester the certificate is completed and prior to the posted deadline, students should apply for the certificate through MavLINK on or before the deadline. Information can be found here. If you complete the application form and do not complete all of the requirements for the certificate, contact the Office of Graduate Studies as soon as possible. You must reapply during the next semester in which you expect to complete the certificate; no additional fee is charged to reactivate your application.

The following requirements are due 12 working days prior to commencement:

  • “Incomplete” and “NR” grades from previous terms must be removed so that the grade will be in the Office of Graduate Studies.
  • All fees, fines, and other obligations due the university must be settled.

For students currently enrolled in courses that are a part of their plan of study, enrollment must be maintained in order to complete the certificate. A grade for any current enrollment must be received by the Registrar's Office no later than the close of business on the fifteenth working day following the end of a semester.

Awarding of Graduate Certificates

The Office of Graduate Studies will mail the certificate to students when all requirements are completed and all obligations to the university are satisfied. The Graduate College will not approve any changes in the student's permanent record once the certificate is awarded.