Help build a global defense against cyberattacks
The need for cybersecurity has never been greater as organizations struggle to maintain safe, secure data and mitigate risks. With a growing demand for cybersecurity professionals, earning your Undergraduate Certificate in Cybersecurity online from Oregon State University will put you on the fast-track to a lucrative career in the computer science world.
Whether you’re on the front lines of cybersecurity in your current job or interested in moving into cybersecurity as a career, this certificate will educate you in the design, implementation, evaluation and management of all aspects of secure systems and help you build a career in a fast-moving and challenging field.
Millions of cybersecurity jobs are unfilled globally
There will be as many as 3.5 million vacant positions in the cybersecurity industry worldwide by 2021, according to a recent report from a leading global information security advisory firm.
Program prerequisites
Prior to enrolling in this certificate program, you must meet the following prerequisites:
- Grades of C or higher in the following courses:
- CS 261 – Data Structures
- CS 340 – Introduction to Databases
- CS 344 – Operating Systems I
- CS 372 – Introduction to Computer Networks
For more information about eligibility, visit OSU’s School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science website or contact an advisor at PostBacCS-Online@oregonstate.edu.
Benefits of learning online with Oregon State
- All classes are developed by OSU's world-class faculty, who are known worldwide for their research, expertise and innovation.
- Oregon State is institutionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
- OSU Ecampus students receive the same transcript-visible certificate as on-campus students.
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Degree quick facts
* Oregon State University is on a quarter-term system. There are four quarters each year and classes are 11 weeks long. This program's 28 quarter credits are equal to 18.67 semester credits.
† Based on current tuition rates. No additional charge for nonresident students. Does not include course materials and associated fees and expenses.
‡ You can complete all or nearly all requirements of this program online. View the curriculum.
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