Master of Science in AI-Driven Cybersecurity
The Master of Science in AI-Driven Cybersecurity and Autonomous Defense (MS-ADCAD) at Bethany College provides an accelerated, focused, and comprehensive program aimed at training highly skilled professionals to operate at the nexus of security, financial management, and computational acumen in the domain of financial technology powered by AI. The MS-ADCAD program provides students with an educational opportunity to gain a competitive advantage as they pursue their careers in this field. Bethany College MS-ADCAD provides the opportunity for experiential learning using the case and project method in small class sizes with personalized attention at a reasonable price. Students will be able to complete the online program in about 12 months.
The program aligns the technology-facilitated financial operations of organizations with the defensive techniques of dynamic cybersecurity practice. It also aims to impart the learners with practical knowledge of business cybersecurity risk analysis, diagnostics, information and transaction integrity, authenticity reinforcement, and active-attack response approaches.
The Master of AI-Driven Cybersecurity and Autonomous Defense degree program encompasses a comprehensive 30-credit curriculum, comprising ten core courses. It is delivered through a fully online format, divided over five eight-week sessions. The students will engage in engaging content and through a series of practical exercises that will demonstrate the concepts in action.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
Technical Proficiency: Graduates will demonstrate a high level of technical expertise in cybersecurity, including proficiency in configuring and managing security technologies, analyzing and responding to security incidents, and securing network infrastructure.
Risk Management and Assessment: Graduates will apply the skills to identify, assess, and prioritize cybersecurity risks, allowing them to develop and implement effective risk mitigation strategies and security measures.
Ethical and Legal Awareness: Graduates will assess the ethical and legal principles that govern AI- Driven cybersecurity practices, enabling them to make responsible and compliant decisions in the field.
Communication and Collaboration: Graduates will be effective communicators, capable of conveying complex cybersecurity concepts to diverse audiences, and they will demonstrate the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to address cybersecurity challenges effectively.