MBA in Cybersecurity Management

Learn to lead and protect through cybersecurity readiness

Master of Business Administration - Cybersecurity Management Concentration (39 credits)

Now more than ever, professionals with expertise in cybersecurity management are highly sought after. That’s due, in part, to the dramatic increase in cyberattacks. In fact, according to Cyber Security Intelligence, corporate cyberattacks rose 50% in 2021 and continue to trend upward.

Until recently, organizations have been on the defensive when it comes to cybersecurity. Training senior leadership in cybersecurity allows companies to develop a strategy to increase cybersecurity - proactively - to avoid the loss of time and money.

Through Davenport’s MBA cybersecurity management concentration, you’ll become a transformational leader with the ability to address all business disciplines: finance, accounting, marketing, management and cybersecurity readiness. Few employees today can say they have an MBA and experience in cybersecurity management. You’ll be on the cutting edge with a degree that employers demand.

What do cybersecurity managers do?

Cybersecurity managers are a critical component of an organization’s cybersecurity readiness. They’re responsible for risk assessment, cybersecurity strategy development and resource planning/allocation to prevent catastrophic cybersecurity attacks.

Explore courses for Davenport’s MBA in cybersecurity management

With the MBA cybersecurity management concentration, you’ll develop skills to tackle legal and ethical challenges, manage risk and defend against cyber threats. Courses in the MBA cybersecurity management concentration will give you a breadth of experience and knowledge, from accounting and marketing to information infrastructure.

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Core Courses		24 Credits
ACCT640	Managerial Accounting Most of the information required to plan and control business operations, and the data required to create and sustain a competitive advantage, come from the accounting system and the reports that are generated. This course analyzes the management structure and process in which this information is generated, the construction and application of managerial accounting data, cost behavior and cost assignment. Students will also examine product cost within activity based costing, job order costing, and process costing. Controlling cost through the use of standard cost system and budgeting are explored. In addition, this course covers business decision-making using relevant information from activity costing, variable/fixed analysis, cost-volume-profit analysis, quality costing, and productivity analysis. Students will analyze and evaluate managerial accounting functions and decision cases in light of managing a business, making financing decisions, and generating growth and income within the	3
ECON625	Managerial Economics This course is an exploration of microeconomic theory and practices, which explain real-world behavior in a firm and society. A practical, problem-solving approach to decision-making is used to learn how economic concepts serve as the basis for many challenges and decisions that confront today’s managers. Topics to be covered include an overview of supply and demand, forecasting demand, production and cost analysis, statistical analysis of economic relationships, market structure and organization, the role of government in a market economy, pricing a firm’s output, risk analysis, and capital budgeting. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): STAT500	3
FINC620	Corporate Finance This course focuses on the application of financial theory and concepts for management decision making with emphasis on the practical aspects of finance. Students learn how to analyze a company’s financial information and practice financial planning. Students evaluate the capital investment process, the corporate restructuring process, as well as bankruptcy analysis. In addition, students explore the financial decision-making process relating to working capital management and international finance. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): FINC510	3
LEGL710	Ethical/Legal Frmwrk 21st Cent This application centered class explores business ethics as well as the legal environment of business in a number of contexts. Students will learn to apply employment laws and regulations to human resource decision making. The course will also relate the areas of contract and tort law to common business scenarios. The relationship between agency law and the fiduciary duties of corporate leaders will also be identified. The emphasis of the course will be on applying knowledge of various areas of law and ethics to strategic business decision making. Grade Note(s): A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course.	3
MGMT653	Leading Organizations This course is designed to provide new ways of thinking about leadership philosophies and strategies to influence the behaviors of individuals and groups in organizations. Students begin with an exploration of the nature of effective leadership and leadership theories. Understanding power, creating change, developing teams, and guiding group decisions are examined in the context of the roles of a leader. Students learn how to recognize leadership traits and approaches so they can develop their own leadership style. Case studies involving real-world situations that confront leaders are used so that students can formulate strategies to improve the performance of followers through effective leadership. A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): BUSN520	3
MGMT757	Operations & Supply Chain Mgt This course is the study of how external influences and internal capabilities affect organizational strategies, tactics, and execution. This course covers topics surrounding supply chain management, process design, capacity planning and scheduling, inventory control, statistical process control, and quality assurance. Additionally, operations management's role in organizational performance is explored. Students will examine organizational challenges and opportunities in order to formulate strategies that sustain competitive advantage. In this course, students learn to apply the concepts by conducting a supply management simulation. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): ACCT640, BUSN688, ECON625, and FINC620	3
MKTG610	Marketing Strategies This course focuses on marketing strategies and tactics, which are the tools that managers use to increase sales and profits of products and services. Identifying and employing the most effective strategies are critical to the success of any firm. In this course, students explore market segmentation, product, price, distribution, promotion, international, and strategic marketing strategies and tactics. Case studies are used to provide an opportunity to conduct situation analysis, identify SWOTs (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats), and recommend appropriate strategies and tactics that will attract, satisfy, and retain customers. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): BUSN520	3
DATA610	Essentials of Bus Analytics Essentials of big data and data analytics are introduced and include descriptive, predictive and prescriptive statistics, regression analysis, optimization techniques and data visualization. The instructional approach in this course focuses on application-based reinforcement of concepts to include the use of simulations. A key component of instruction is an emphasis on analytical report writing and other ways to effectively present data analytic results. Techniques examined emphasize applicability in multiple organizational sectors to include business, finance, human resources, healthcare, manufacturing, sport management, social services, education, non-profit, and government entities. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.	3

Concentration Courses		12 Credits
IAAS600	Information Security Planning This course is a comprehensive study of the techniques used to protect information infrastructure and assets, with a primary focus on the Defense In Depth model that emphasizes the role of people, process and technology. Topics include security problems in computing, networks and distributed systems, and the criticality of the CIA triad; confidentiality, integrity and availability of technology-based resources. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): Required undergraduate or 500+ level prerequisite courses	3
IAAS660	Project Mgt/Risk Mitigation This course covers the practices used in managing information systems and organizational change projects. Topics include protection of information infrastructure and assets utilizing a Defense In Depth model that emphasizes the role of people, process, and technology. Vulnerabilities and risks, computer crime, law, disaster recovery, contingency planning, physical security, operational security, and information security will be covered. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): IAAS581 or IAAS600	3
IAAS667	Legal/Ethical Security Topics This course provides students with real-world ethical issues facing public and private institutions involving privacy, data integrity, authentication, and internal malicious activity. Professional decision-making requires a thorough understanding and respect for intellectual property, corporate governance, and legal restrictions and regulations. This class will give students the framework to make legal, ethical decisions in their careers. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): IAAS600	3
IAAS738

Capstone		3 Credits
CAPS794	Business Integration Capstone This course provides the summative and integrative experience that serves as the capstone of the MBA program. Conducted in the form of an interactive business simulation, the student applies their knowledge of business principles and practices as they analyze conditions, develop appropriate strategies and make implementation decisions. In addition, comprehensive case studies are used to apply the strategic management process to a variety of business settings. Finally, this course serves as the student’s final assessment of overall program learning. A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. A grade of B or better must be earned to pass this course successfully. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): This class must be taken as the last class in the MBA program	3

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Why pursue an MBA in cybersecurity management at Davenport?

You’ll receive real-world knowledge in Davenport’s MBA in cybersecurity management program because classes are taught by industry-experienced leaders. Not only will they share their professional experience, but they’ll also provide mentorship and guidance to prepare you for a successful career.

Additionally, Davenport’s MBA cybersecurity management concentration is made affordable through scholarship opportunities, including the Department of Defense Cyber Scholarship Program, which covers the full cost of tuition, books and required fees, plus a stipend for food and housing, if needed.

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Classes on your time

Davenport knows that working adults lead busy lives and admires that you feel called to further your career through the pursuit of a graduate-level degree. That’s why the university’s MBA cybersecurity management concentration offers flexibility through 100% online delivery and six start dates.

IACBE accreditation

Earn a degree that has specialized accreditation through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education IACBE.

Hands-on MBA course

Apply theories you learn in your MBA in cybersecurity management to hands-on projects and practice-based assignments.

Open to all

Whether you’re a professional looking to advance your career or someone with no experience in the cybersecurity field, you can pursue a cybersecurity master’s degree at Davenport.

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