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Executive Master's in Digital Forensics

If you’re looking for the technical skills to begin (or advance) your career in fighting cybercrime, we have the answer. Intended for those who have earned a baccalaureate degree and are working in the field.

You will use forensics technology best practices to:

Investigate data lost due to illegal activities
Take an active role in recovering lost data
Build skills necessary for cyber forensics
Explore leadership roles in IT across various fields and industries

The universities offerExecutive Master's in Digital Forensics

About The Programme

The executive master’s degree program in digital forensics at University of the Cumberlands will help you enhance your credentials and accomplish your professional goals.

Course Details

Course Requirements

Cybersecurity Specialization (30 hours)
Pursue one specialization to obtain your executive MSDF degree.
Core Courses - 30 Hours Required

MSDF 530 - Digital Forensics Tools and Techniques
MSDF 531 - Windows Digital Forensics
MSDF 532 - Windows Registry Forensics
MSDF 534 - Wireless Security and Forensics
MSDF 535 - Network Forensics
MSDF 630 - Digital Forensics Evidence
MSDF 631 - Malware Analysis and Mitigation
MSDF 632 - INFOSEC Leadership and Communications
MSDF 633 - Computer Crimes and Digital Forensics
MSDF 634 - Web Browser Forensics

Capstone Required

Criminal Justice Specialization (30 hours)
Pursue one specialization to obtain your executive MSDF degree.
Core Courses – 18 Hours Required

MSDF 530 - Digital Forensics Tools and Techniques
MSDF 531 - Windows Digital Forensics
MSDF 534 - Wireless Security and Forensics
MSDF 630 - Digital Forensics Evidence
MSDF 633 - Computer Crimes and Digital Forensics
MSDF 634 - Web Browser Forensics

Students are required to complete 12 credit hours from the following approved blocks by selecting two of the three blocks listed:

Block One

CROL 532 - Criminological Theories in Justice Administration
CROL 537 - Leadership Fundamentals

Block Two

CROL 635 - Legal and Ethical Issues in Homeland Security
CROL 636 - Critical Issues in Homeland Security

Block Three

CROL 635 - Legal and Ethical Issues in Homeland Security
CROL 636 - Critical Issues in Homeland Security

Capstone Required

Capstone (1 hour)
MSDF 699 - Digital Forensics Project (1hr) OR INTR 599 – Applied Practical Learning approved substitution
All online students who are seeking to earn this degree must take this course in lieu of INTR 599, in addition to meeting all program degree requirements. Executive format students can substitute the required INTR 599 course in lieu of MSDF 699 as part of their program degree requirements.

Executive format programs have an applied learning component (internship or practicum) that is an integral and essential part of the established curriculum. Due to the applied learning component required for the degree program, Executive format students must enroll in INTR every term of enrollment.

Executive Program Format

Our Executive Programs include hybrid course days designed for international graduate students studying in the U.S., or domestic students seeking a hybrid-format program. We strive to incorporate professional experience and real-world application of course curriculum into our programs to enhance the learning experience. Practical Training is an integral part of program coursework and available to all students. At the University of the Cumberlands our degree programs focus on quality education at an affordable price.

Executive Program students take three (3) courses per semester. The program semester is based on the existing UC semester calendar, with three (3) annual semesters: fall, spring, and summer. Two of the courses each semester focus on the specific program content. Additionally, students will be required to attend an intensive residency weekend as part of their course enrollment each term. The third class includes an Applied Learning Practicum, in which students apply what they are learning in their other two courses to the real world via work or internship experiences.

Programme Highlights

Type

Executive Master

Cost Starting From

$17019

Location

Hybrid

Credits

$549

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