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Information Security Certificate - Graduate


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With the increase of computer and network attacks, information security has become a very serious concern. Organizations need information security professionals to protect digital assets. The College of Arts and Sciences  Information Security Certificate is offered to students who wish to obtain theoretical and practical knowledge in information security. The Center for Technology Collaboration, which incorporates the programs of Computer Science, Criminal Justice, and Management Information Systems at GSU, is also involved in offering this certificate.

Special Admissions Requirements

In addition to meeting the university requirements for certificate admission, applicants must have complete the following courses in either category 1 or category 2:

Category 1 - CPSC-4205 , CPSC-4335 , and CPSC-4342  or their equivalents; or

Category 2 - CPSC-5000  or its equivalent. Note: Students need to be aware that they must have a discrete mathematics background. If the student does not have that background, they will need to seek assistance.

Certificate Requirements


To receive the Information Security Certificate, undergraduate students must complete each required course with a grade of “B” or better and submit the petition for completion to their faculty advisor.

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