Cybersecurity Certificate
In today鈥檚 ever changing cybersecurity landscape, the success of a security program needs to have its roots in risk management -- implementing security controls and compliance with regulatory requirements to achieve the level of risk tolerance acceptable to the organization.
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The cybersecurity certificate program lays the foundation for security professionals to achieve success.听听The cybersecurity program provides a robust baseline of skills needed to adapt to changes in business, technology, and threat environments. Within the program, emphasis will be placed on the concept of risk management, risk tolerance, and risk mitigation.
At a Glance
Curriculum
Core Courses
Complete all of the following courses:
| ADITxxxx | Cybersecurity Fundamentals |
| ADIT2000 | Computer Security |
| ADIT3010 | Technical Writing听 |
| ADITxxxx | Computer Networks听 |
| ADITxxxx | Systems Analysis and Design |
Electives
Complete one of the following courses:
| ADIT1985 | Python Programming |
| ADIT1990 | C++ Programming |
Apply
PrintApplications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Deadlines
- Regular Decision
- Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Application
There is no application fee, and r茅sum茅s are optional.
If you are mailing hard copies of application materials, please send them to:
Boston College
Woods College of Advancing Studies Admissions Office
St. Mary's Hall South
140 Commonwealth Avenue
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
*Current Woods College degree students interested in adding a certificate to their plan of study should听not听use the online application.听
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Academic Transcripts
Submit one of the following:
- Official high school degree
- Official GED
- Official college/university transcript
Please mail transcripts to:
Boston College
Woods College of Advancing Studies听Admissions Office
St. Mary's Hall South
140 Commonwealth Avenue
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
If your academic institution provides electronic transcripts please indicate听wcasadm@bc.edu听as the recipient.
Personal Statement
To be uploaded to your online Application Form.
In 500-750 words, describe your academic and professional goals, any experience relevant to this program, and your future plans, expectations, and aspirations.
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Questions
Please contact Anna Hughes,听anna.hughes@bc.edu