The Master of Science in Cybersecurity with a Cybersecurity Policy specialization examines how organizations manage security through structured policies and oversight. It is designed for students who want to develop skills in governance and compliance to support secure and accountable technology use.
The program covers risk management, governance, compliance frameworks, and cybersecurity strategies. Students explore how policies are developed and enforced, how regulatory requirements shape security practices, and how security efforts align with organizational goals.
With ECPI University’s year-round accelerated schedule, students can complete the program and earn their master’s degree in as little as 15 months.
Knowledge and Skills
Graduates develop capability in the following areas:
Risk Management and Assessment: Assess organizational risk and apply strategies to reduce exposure and strengthen security.
Governance and Compliance: Understand regulatory requirements, maintain compliance, and use AI tools to identify and assess security gaps.
Policy Development and Enforcement: Develop and enforce policies that guide how security is managed within an organization.
Audit and Control Processes: Conduct audit activities to evaluate security practices and identify areas for improvement.
University Benefits
100% Online
Learn with online simulations, collaboration and flexible schedules.
Graduate Faster
Our year-round, accelerated, programs let you earn your degree in just 15 months.
Simplified Scheduling
Your degree path is pre-scheduled, so you can focus on learning, not course registration.
Cybersecurity Masters Curriculum
Master of Science in Cybersecurity Cybersecurity Policy Specialization
Featured Courses & Overview
Information Risk ManagementMSCS641
This course provides an in-depth exploration of information risk management, equipping students with the knowledge and skills to analyze risk management principles
Compliance and AuditMSCS647
This course will provide students with advanced knowledge of cybersecurity audit and control processes. Students will also have an opportunity to be certified as a CISA (Certified Information System Auditor).
Certifications
ECPI University understands the power of certifications in today's dynamic technology field, and we believe enhancing your marketability is crucial.
To support your journey, ECPI offers discounted vouchers that significantly reduce the cost of certification exams for Fiber Optics Installer (FOI), Fiber Optics Technician (FOT), A+ Certification, Network+ Certification, and Security+ Certification.
Institutional Accreditation
ECPI University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degrees. ECPI University also offers credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels.
Questions about the accreditation of ECPI University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
ECPI University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degrees. ECPI University also offers credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels.
