This program has temporarily suspended admission
The certificate in Cyber Risk Management introduces students from various academic backgrounds to current cybersecurity and privacy matters affecting organizations and emphasizes managerial and risk-based approaches to help organizations effectively prepare for and respond to these concerns.
Please Note: The Cyber Risk Management Graduate Certificate may be completed fully online, although not all elective options or program prerequisites may be offered online. Newly admitted students choosing to complete this program exclusively via UCF online classes may enroll with a reduction in campus-based fees.
International students (F or J visa) are required to enroll in a full-time course load of 9 credit hours during the fall and spring semesters. Only 3 of the 9 credit hours may be taken in a completely online format. For a detailed listing of enrollment requirements for international students, please visit http://global.ucf.edu/. If you have questions, please consult UCF Global at 407-823-2337.
UCF is not authorized to provide online courses or instruction to students in some states. Refer to State Restrictions for current information.
Program Prerequisites
Those applying who are NOT currently enrolled in a UCF graduate program must have a minimum of 2 years of full-time work experience after completion of the bachelor's degree.
Degree Requirements
Required Courses (must be taken in the order below)
9 Total Credits
- Take the following:
- ISM6327 - Foundations of Cybersecurity and Privacy (3)
- ISM6328 - Cyber Risk Assessment (3)
- ISM6375 - Cyber Management and Leadership (3)
Grand Total Credits: 9
Application Requirements
Admission is open to those with documentation of a Bachelors degree from an accredited institution recognized by UCF or participation in a UCF graduate degree program. Students who maintain graduate standing in a UCF graduate degree program during the time required to complete a graduate certificate are eligible for this certificate. An application to the graduate certificate program, a current resume, and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline.
Those applying who are NOT currently enrolled in a UCF graduate program must have a minimum of 2 years of full-time work experience after completion of the bachelor's degree.
In addition to the Admissions, applicants to this program must provide:
- One official transcript (in a sealed envelope) from each college/university attended.
- Resume/CV
Application Deadlines
| Cyber Risk Management Graduate Certificate | Fall | Spring | Summer |
| Domestic Applicants | | Dec 1 | Apr 1 |
| International Applicants | | | |
Financial Information
Graduate students may receive financial assistance through fellowships, assistantships, tuition support, or loans. For more information, see the College of Graduate Studies Funding website, which describes the types of financial assistance available at UCF and provides general guidance in planning your graduate finances. The Financial Information section of the Graduate Catalog is another key resource.
