The MIS, with a concentration in Cybersecurity and Forensics, is designed to prepare students for information technology careers focusing on cybersecurity and digital forensics. The program combines core concepts from computer information systems with specialized courses related to cybersecurity, digital forensics, and information security management.
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Management Information Systems Bachelors
With Concentration in Cybersecurity and Forensics
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Curriculum | Total Credits: 120
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Course ID
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Title
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Credit Hours
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General Education
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All VSU Students are required to complete 37
credits of General Education courses.
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37
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Business Foundation Courses (required by all students)
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COBU 155
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Information Systems & Technology I
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3
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COBU 170
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Legal and Ethical Issues in Business
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3
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COBU 201
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Introduction to Accounting I
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3
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COBU 202
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Introduction to Accounting II
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3
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COBU 210
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Financial Economics
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3
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COBU 220
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Financial Managerial Economics
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3
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COBU 260
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Business Statistics
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3
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COBU 300
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Principle of Finance
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3
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COBU 301
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Principle of Marketing
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3
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COBU 302
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Organization and Management
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3
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COBU 303
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Business Information Systems
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3
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COBU 305
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Operations Management
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3
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COBU 306
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Business Analytics I
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3
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COBU 400
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Organization Policy and Strategy
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3
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COBU 406
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Business Analytics II
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3
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COBU 410
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Global Business Perspectives
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3
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COBU 415
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Special Topic in Service Learning
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2
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50
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Computer Information Systems Core Courses
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CISY 312
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Operating Systems Administration and Cloud Computing
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3
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CISY 330
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Computer Programming
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3
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CISY 362
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Systems Analysis & Design
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3
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CISY 367
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Computer Networks I
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3
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CISY 368
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Information Security & Assurance I
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3
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CISY 388
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Intro. - Info. Tech. Sec. and Forensics
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3
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CISY 480
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Database and Security
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3
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CISY 499
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Capstone: Professional Certification Path
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3
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24
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Cybersecurity and Forensics Track:
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CISY 468
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Advanced Information Security and Assurance
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3
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CISY 478
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Managing Organizational IT Security Risks
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3
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CISY 488
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Advanced Information Technology Security and Forensics
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3
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9
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CIS Electives -
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CISY 305
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Programming Logic
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3
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CISY 385
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Web Design & Development
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3
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CISY 431
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Computer Programming II
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3
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CISY 450
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Cloud Operations and Visualization
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3
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CISY 487
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ERP System Configuration
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3
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Open Electives
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Total Credit Hours
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120
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Relevant Core Coursework
Information Application Fundamentals: Basic programming and data structures.
Database Management Systems: Design, implementation, and management of databases.
Computer Networks: Understanding network protocols, data transmission, and network security.
Operating Systems: Understanding different operating systems, their functionalities, and administration.
Information Security and Forensics: Basic information security concepts and security policies. Forensics operations and tools.
Cybersecurity/IT Risk Management: Risk assessment and control, modeling and management. Governance and Policy concepts.
Business and Management Courses: Basic business concepts, management principles, and organizational behavior.
Cybersecurity and Forensics - Specializations
Cybersecurity Principles: Understanding cybersecurity frameworks, risk management, and security measures.
Network Security: Studying techniques to secure networks, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols.
Digital Forensics: Learning to investigate cybercrimes, recover lost data, and analyze digital evidence.
Incident Response: Developing skills to respond to cybersecurity incidents, including incident detection, containment, eradication, recovery, and lessons learned.
Ethical Hacking: Understanding how ethical hackers assess system vulnerabilities to improve security.
Security Policies and Compliance: Exploring legal and ethical aspects of cybersecurity, compliance standards, and best practices.
Cybersecurity Tools and Technologies: Hands-on experience with various cybersecurity tools, software, and technologies used in the industry.
Hands-On Experience
The MIS programs emphasize hands-on experience through:
Internships: Opportunities to work in real-world IT environments, gaining practical skills and industry insights.
Capstone Projects: Collaborative projects that allow students to apply their knowledge and skills to solve real-world problems.
Lab Work: Practical exercises and lab sessions to reinforce theoretical concepts and technical skills.
Career Opportunities
Graduates with a degree in Computer Information Systems with a concentration in Cybersecurity and Forensics can pursue various career paths, including:
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Information Security Specialist
- Digital Forensics Investigator
- Security Consultant
- Incident Responder
- Security Architect
- Penetration Tester (Ethical Hacker)
These professionals are in high demand in sectors such as government, finance, healthcare, and technology companies, where securing sensitive data and protecting against cyber threats are paramount.