Miami,
FL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Business Administration in Cybersecurity Risk Management in Orlando United States | Florida International University
Florida International University
|
Orlando United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
24,000
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
20 months
As cyber threats continue to grow in complexity and scale, organizations increasingly seek leaders who possess a unique blend of technical expertise, business acumen, and interpersonal abilities such as analytical reasoning, decision-making, and effective communication. To address this critical need, FIU Business has developed an MBA in Cybersecurity Risk Management. This program delivers the comprehensive business foundation typical of MBA curricula (including financial management, accounting principles, competitive analysis, and negotiation techniques) while incorporating specialized training in cybersecurity frameworks and methodologies for threat prevention, detection, and response.
Spanning 20 months, the curriculum develops strategic professionals capable of aligning security protocols with organizational objectives, technological solutions, and workforce dynamics. Graduates emerge prepared for high-level positions including chief information security officer (CISO), security systems designer, cybersecurity operations director, digital risk policy advisor, and technology investment strategist. Salary.com reports that Information Security Managers holding MBAs command median annual earnings of $143,970.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
To be eligible for admission to the MBA in Cybersecurity Risk Management program in the Chapman Graduate School of Business, applicants must:
Hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent from either a U.S. accredited college or university or the equivalent degree from institutions outside the U.S., Students coming from programs where the primary degree is at the master level or higher will meet this requirement.
Have a minimum of four (4) years professional experience in cybersecurity, information systems or fields directly related to the program. A waiver may be granted based on interview or other qualifications.
Show high promise of success in graduate studies as determined by the faculty based upon academic performance, work experience or a combination of academic and work experience.
Should, in general, have a minimum upper division grade point average (GPA) of 3.0. An applicant with substantial work experience and industry/work related recommendations will be evaluated based on academic qualifications, work experience, and performance,
Provide a resume describing current and past responsibilities, leadership and management experience highlights and, if any, demonstrated accomplishments in management, cybersecurity and / or information systems.
Provide a statement of purpose (short essay) describing how the program fits within personal and career goals. The essay will be evaluated for applicants effective and succinct writing skills.
When the applicant's studies were completed in non-English speaking countries, demonstrate proficiency of the English language by presenting a minimum score of 80 on the iBT TOEFL (equivalent to 550 on the paper-based version or 213 on the computer-based version of the test of English as a Foreign Language) or 6.5 overall on the International English Language Testing System (IETLS) or by other university level English proficiency standards as they are approved.
Hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent from either a U.S. accredited college or university or the equivalent degree from institutions outside the U.S., Students coming from programs where the primary degree is at the master level or higher will meet this requirement.
Have a minimum of four (4) years professional experience in cybersecurity, information systems or fields directly related to the program. A waiver may be granted based on interview or other qualifications.
Show high promise of success in graduate studies as determined by the faculty based upon academic performance, work experience or a combination of academic and work experience.
Should, in general, have a minimum upper division grade point average (GPA) of 3.0. An applicant with substantial work experience and industry/work related recommendations will be evaluated based on academic qualifications, work experience, and performance,
Provide a resume describing current and past responsibilities, leadership and management experience highlights and, if any, demonstrated accomplishments in management, cybersecurity and / or information systems.
Provide a statement of purpose (short essay) describing how the program fits within personal and career goals. The essay will be evaluated for applicants effective and succinct writing skills.
When the applicant's studies were completed in non-English speaking countries, demonstrate proficiency of the English language by presenting a minimum score of 80 on the iBT TOEFL (equivalent to 550 on the paper-based version or 213 on the computer-based version of the test of English as a Foreign Language) or 6.5 overall on the International English Language Testing System (IETLS) or by other university level English proficiency standards as they are approved.
Tuition
USD
24,000