Regis University School of Computer & Information Sciences

Master of Science in Information Assurance

Regis University's Master of Science in Information Assurance prepares career-oriented adults and professionals to excel in various IT security positions, including security administrator, chief security officer, government IT employee, IT security consultant, and entry level security personnel.

The Regis CPS classroom-based and online Master of Science in Information Assurance degree introduces the adult student like you to several common Information Assurance models (DoD, NSA, Telecom, Private Business) with emphasis on IT best practices.

Class Format

Online Classroom
Available in accelerated 8-week terms

Tuition

Classroom-based courses: $590 /credit hour

Online-based courses: $660 /credit hour

Total Degree Requirements

36 Credit Hours

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MS in Information Assurance Fact Sheet

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Regis CPS Master of Science in Information Assurance curriculum is modeled on the curricula guidelines and recommendations provided by the National Security Agency (NSA) specifically the Committee on National Security Systems (CNSS) that manages certification to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The degree offers a broad range of core and elective
courses, including:

Information Technology Research Methods
Planning/Implementing Architecture Security
Securing and Protecting: Systems, Applications, Data

Risk Management
IT Auditing

It's estimated that a website is hacked into every five seconds, which is a three-fold increase in comparison with 2007 statistics. As more organizations, including government entities and corporations, move their business operations and applications online, the demand for IT security professionals will increase. Firms will continue to hire security experts to oversee potential vulnerabilities within Internet and intranet networks, and implement methodologies to protect the organization’s infrastructure.

The Master of Science in Information Assurance degree from Regis CPS equips you to play a significant role in the strategic success of 21^st Century business and technology operations, preparing you to take full advantage of this in-demand profession and growing job market. As a Regis CPS graduate, you’ll be equipped to protect the confidentiality, security, integrity, and availability of data and delivery systems, whether the data is in storage, processing, or transit, and whether threatened by malice or accident.

Who should enroll in the Regis University CPS Master of Science in Information Assurance program?

The Regis CPS classroom-based and online Master of Science in Information Assurance degree program suits you, the busy professional, offering flexibility and convenience. It’s designed for adult students like you who are pursuing an understanding of security policy development, implementation and standards compliance on enterprise systems, applications and data. You’ll explore the security aspects of today’s architectures, including telecommunications and wireless enterprise corporate data networks.

The Master of Science in Information Assuarance program lays the foundation for you to continue your adult student education in other Regis CPS Master of Science programs, including Database Technologies, Information Technology Management, Software Engineering, Software Engineering & Database Technologies, and Systems Engineering, or through other graduate degrees from our Regis CPS School of Computer & Information Sciences.

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Start Dates

ONLINE & CLASSROOM - 8 WEEK FORMAT ACADEMIC CALENDAR
Term	Classes Begin	Classes End	Registration Ends for Online Courses
Spring 1 - 2010	January 11	March 7	January 7
Spring 2 - 2010	March 8	May 2	March 4
Summer 1 - 2010	May 10	July 4	May 5
Summer 2 - 2010	July 5	August 29	June 30

Required Courses

Total Degree Requirements: 36 Credit Hours

Core Courses (9 Credit Hours)

MSCC 610 Information Technology Concepts (3 Credit Hours)
MSCC 630 Enterprise Architecture (3 Credit Hours)
MSCC 697 Information Technology Research Methods (3 Credit Hours)

Information Assurance Electives (15 Credit Hours)

Select five from the following:

MSIA 670 Information Enterprise Assurance (3 Credit Hours)
MSIA 672 Managing a Secure Enterprise (3 Credit Hours)
MSIA 674 Planning and Implementing Architecture Security (3 Credit Hours)
MSIA 676 Securing & Protecting: Systems, Applications & Data (3 Credit Hours)
MSIA 678 Risk Management (3 Credit Hours)
MSIA 680 Computer Forensics (3 Credit Hours)
MSIA 682 Network Forensics (3 Credit Hours)
MSIA 684 Information Technology Auditing (3 Credit Hours)
MSIA 692 Information Assurance Practicum (3 Credit Hours)

General Electives (9 Credit Hours)

Select three courses of any School of Computer & Information Sciences 600-level course.

Thesis (3 Credit Hours)

MSIA 698 Information Assurance Thesis (3 Credit Hours)

Tuition Comparison

Find out how the cost of a graduate degree from Regis University compares to other higher education institutions

Graduate Degree Tuition Comparison Chart: Local Campus Programs
Institution	Degree	Semester Hours Required	Cost per Semester Hour	Estimated Fees for Program	Estimated Total Program Cost
Regis University	MSITM/MSSE MSIA/MSDT	36	$590	$75	$21,315
Colorado Technical University¹	MSEIS	29	$967	$50	$28,093
Keller Graduate School of Management	MISM	45	$1,995/course or appx. $665/hr.	All inclusive	$29,925
University of Denver University College¹	MASICS	32	$628	$3,267	$23,379
University of Phoenix²	MIS	30	$520	$1,095	$16,695
Webster University	MA in Information Technology Management (Colorado Springs)	36	$470	$150	$17,070

¹Quarter-hours converted to semester hours

²Based on 30 hours/10 courses (material fee-$105/course)

Graduate Degree Tuition Comparison Chart: National Online Programs
Institution	Degree	Semester Hours Required	Cost per Semester Hour	Estimated Fees for Program	Estimated Total Program Cost
Regis University	MSITM / MSSE/ MSSIS/MSIA/ MSDT	36	$660	$75	$28,835
Capella University¹	MSIT	32	$817	$75	$26,219
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University	MIS/MISM	45	$665	All Inclusive	$29,925
Nova Southeastern University	MSCIS	36	$500	$560	$18,560
University of Maryland- University College	MSIT	36	$694	$340	$25,324
University of Phoenix²	MIS	30	$655	$1,095	$20,745
Walden University¹	MSIM	33	$730	$90	$24,180

¹Quarter-hours converted to semester hours

²Based on 30 hours/10 courses (material fee-$105/course)

Admission Requirements & Application Deadlines

Two years of work experience (does not have to be computer related)
Completed Online Application Form
$75 non-refundable application fee (waived for graduates of Regis University)
Degree-Bearing Official Transcripts
Required Admissions Essay(s)
Faculty Interview
Current Résumé
Additional admission requirements apply to students who are non-U.S. citizens
Please remember - applications that are incomplete and/or missing information will NOT be processed

Application Deadlines *
Starts	Application Deadline
Spring 1 - 2010	December 28, 2009
Spring 2 - 2010	February 22, 2010
Summer 2 - 2010	April 26, 2010
Summer 2 - 2010	June 21, 2010

* Your application file including all requirements, documents and fees, must be completed by the application deadline.

"With the Obama administration's focus on cybersecurity, this is a good time to start or move into an information security career" Government Information Security, featuring a podcast interview with Daniel Likarish, faculty of the Regis University School of Computer & Information Sciences.
The need for more cyber security grows, "North Korea Suspected In Attacks On U.S. Web Sites," from NPR.org.
"We look for what I call a triathlete: someone who has strong technology skills and who has a lot of business acumen and understands risk. On top of that, the overriding thing [chief security officer] CSO candidates need to have is leadership," Make Yourself a Dream Security Job Candidate, CLO Magazine.
The U.S. Department of Labor reports the job market for computer systems analysts is expected to increase by 29 percent in the next eight years, which is a significantly higher rate than many other occupations. " The increasing importance being placed on ‘cybersecurity‘—the protection of electronic information—will result in a need for workers skilled in information security," Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-09 Edition.
Regis University was designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education (CAE) on June 4, 2007. The National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) jointly announced the designation of Regis University as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education for academic years 2007 through 2012.

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