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IT Master's Degree
Information Assurance

Information Technology with Information Assurance Specialization
Master's Specialization
AT A GLANCE
  • 36 credits
  • Transfer up to 6 credits
  • All courses are available online
  • Select on-site and hybrid courses available
TUITION
  • $350 per credit hour
    (Europe & Downrange)

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Stand Out in the Fast-Growing Field of Information Assurance

The online master’s degree in information technology with an information assurance specialization provides a practical understanding of the principles of data protection, cybersecurity, and computer forensics. Perfect for midcareer professionals or career changers, this University of Maryland Global Campus program offers sought-after skills in network and internet security, intrusion detection and prevention, and cryptology, while also strengthening core IT knowledge and project management abilities.

 

Total Credits Required: 36

  • Required Core Courses: 15
  • Required Concentration Courses: 18
  • Required Capstone Course: 3

Initial Requirement

  • UCSP 615
    (to be taken within the first 6 credits of study)

The UCSP 615 requirement may be waived if you previously earned a graduate degree from a regionally accredited institution. For more information, contact your academic advisor.

Core Courses

  • ITEC 610
  • ITEC 625
  • ITEC 626
  • ITEC 630
  • ITEC 640

Specialization Courses

  • INFA 610
  • INFA 620
  • INFA 630
  • INFA 640
  • INFA 650
  • INFA 660
  • INFA 670

* This information is for students who enroll in the 2024-2025 academic year. For prior year requirements for this program or to review UMGC's complete program requirements for a specific academic year, visit our program catalog archive

  • UCSP 615 must be taken within the first 6 credits of study.
  • ITEC 610 must be taken in the first term of coursework.
  • INFA 610 must be taken as the first specialization course.
  • You must complete all other specialization coursework before taking INFA 670.

Program Highlights

Develop skills and gain knowledge through coursework that draws from the expertise and experience of our respected faculty.

Develop Leadership Skills
Lead successful teams with advanced project management skills.
Perform Risk Assessments
Identify system vulnerabilities and attack patterns to solve problems.
Stand Up Technical Environments
Learn about firewalls, packet filtering, VPNs, and wireless network security.
Proactively Solve Problems
Respond to attacks with damage assessments, data forensics, and attack tracing.
Address Legal Issues
Navigate relevant laws, regulations, policies, ethics, and standards.
Gain Hands-On Experience
Secure information using symmetric and asymmetric keys and cryptanalysis tools.

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Industry Certification Exams

This program can help prepare you for the following industry certification exams.

Additional Program Information

Expectations

You are expected to have some background in information technology. This background may be acquired through noncredit preparatory coursework, listed below.

Recommendations

If you do not have previous coursework or experience in programming, you are strongly advised to first enroll in UCSP 635 and UCSP 636 to gain the appropriate foundation. Taking UCSP 605 is recommended to improve writing skills.

Program Recognition

UMGC's MS in Information Technology with a specialization in information assurance has been designated a Professional Science Master's degree program through the Council of Graduate Schools.

Cybersecurity Program Recognition

UMGC has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance and Cyber Defense Education by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security and as a National Center of Digital Forensics Academic Excellence by the Defense Cyber Crime Center Academic Cyber Curriculum Alliance.