With cyber attacks accelerating, there is an acute shortage of trained information assurance professionals and an escalating need for their skills. Northeastern University’s interdisciplinary Master of Science in Information Assurance program provides the critical knowledge you need to protect an organization’s information assets and systems, make strategic decisions about information security issues including identity theft, computer viruses, and electronic fraud, and provide leadership in these and other strategic efforts. Elective concentrations allow you to customize your program to meet your organization’s need and your professional goals.

Program Objectives

• Build core knowledge surrounding computer system security and network practices
• Plan and implement security strategies to reduce risk and enhance protection of information assets and systems
• Understand legal and ethical issues associated with information security, privacy, and digital rights
• Enhance communication skills for effective interaction with corporate management on IA-related issues

* Tuition rates are for the 2012-2013 academic year beginning on July 1, 2012. Tuition and fees are subject to revision by the president and Board of Trustees at any time.

To learn more about our MS Information Assurance: listen to faculty member Dr. Themis Papageorge speak about curriculum, our delivery model, and what to expect as an MS Information Assurance student at Northeastern University – Seattle. 

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