B.B.A. in Cybersecurity Operations Management
Build Your Management Career in a Fast-Growing Field
With new advancements in technology comes an increasing demand for cybersecurity management professionals. The online bachelor’s in Cybersecurity Operations Management degree program delivers the advanced management and strategic operations expertise needed to fill the growing skills gap.
The program combines essential cyber defense skills with a strong academic foundation in business to ensure you graduate fully prepared for a variety of leadership jobs, including IT project manager, CIO assistant, cybersecurity specialist, and more.
Program Benefits
- Transfer up to 90 credits
- SAT or ACT score not required
- 6 start dates per year
- Small class sizes and personal support
4 years
Duration
$475
Cost per Credit
120
Credit Hours
100%
Online
The online B.B.A. in Cybersecurity Operations Management degree program was developed by industry experts to help you advance your career in a growing field. When you complete the program, you’ll be fully equipped for professional success.
Career Outlook: A Growing Demand for Cybersecurity Leaders
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the need for cybersecurity professionals with management expertise is on the rise. More than 682,800 new positions in the computer and information technology field are expected to be created by 20304. Meanwhile, there’s a 32% gap in the number of workers needed to fill cybersecurity jobs across the U.S.2 Gain the skills to achieve success in these roles, plus many more in-demand positions with the online bachelor’s in Cybersecurity Operations Management degree.
► $89,785
Average annual salary for IT Project Managers1
► 755,743
Active cybersecurity job openings January-December 20222
► $102,600
Average annual salary for Information Security Analysts3
Examples of Career Opportunities
IT Project Manager
$89,785/year
As an IT project manager1, you would be responsible for supervising members of an IT team and ensuring all procedures are followed carefully and correctly. Your role would involve addressing the IT needs of a company and developing projects to achieve technology and cybersecurity goals.
Additional roles for graduates of the B.B.A. in Cybersecurity Operations Management program:
- Junior Systems Administrator
- IT Database Administrator
- Cybersecurity Consultant
- Chief Information Officer Assistant
Continue Your Undergraduate Education
This online degree is also a completer program, which means that students may transfer credits into an undergraduate program at Utica University. Students may also complete all 120 credits at Utica University as a full, undergraduate degree. Candidates for the baccalaureate degree must satisfactorily complete a minimum of 30 credit hours of study at Utica University. A maximum of 90-98 credits may be transferred from four-year institutions, and 60-64 from two-year institutions, depending on one’s academic major. Transfer students who matriculate with 60 or more credits need to declare a major upon entering Utica University.
Defend Your Company Against Cyber Attacks with Expert Technical and Management Skills
Businesses in every industry require cybersecurity measures to protect company and customer information. As technology advances, the need for cybersecurity leaders who understand the operational and strategic implications of the field continues to grow. Take the next step towards a leadership career in this dynamic industry with the online B.B.A. in Cybersecurity Operations Management degree program from Utica University.
Sources:
1. Payscale.com. (n.d.). Average Project Manager, Information Technology (IT) Salary. Retrieved on January 30, 2023, from https://www.payscale.com/research/US/Job=Project_Manager%2C_Information_Technology_(IT)/Salary
2. CyberSeek (n.d.). Cybersecurity Supply/Demand Heat Map. Retrieved January 30, 2023, from https://www.cyberseek.org/heatmap.html.
3. BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook. Information Security Analysts. Retrieved on January 30, 2023, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/information-security-analysts.htm
4. BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook. Computer and Information Technology Occupations. Retrieved on January 30, 2023, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/home.htm
Frequently Asked Questions
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The average completion time for the online B.B.A. in Cybersecurity Operations Management degree is 2-4 years.
Tuition for the online B.B.A. in Cybersecurity Operations Management degree costs $475 per credit. There are 120 total credits in this program.
Utica University (formerly Utica College) and its programs are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE).
The application process for the online B.B.A. in Cybersecurity Operations Management can be completed online. Get started by submitting your application.
Admission requirements for the online B.B.A. in Cybersecurity Operations Management program include the following:
- Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 for transfer credit, or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 for high school courses.
- Provide one letter of recommendation from a professional reference.
- Submit a resume and personal statement.
The online B.B.A. in Cybersecurity Operations Management degree consists of 41 courses, totaling 120 credit hours. Learn more about the curriculum for this program here.
Faculty: Career-Ready Skills from Seasoned Professionals
Get to know our faculty of cybersecurity and leadership professionals as they share their perspectives and expertise. Their industry-tested insights can help you succeed as you learn to apply expert management skills to the fast-growing field of cybersecurity.
Ismael “Ish” Morales, M.S.
Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity
Ismael “Ish” Morales joined the full-time faculty of Utica University in 2019 as an Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity and teaches at the undergraduate and graduate levels. His experience in multiple domains encompasses software engineering, DoD geo-spatial information systems, legal/news and business, automotive industrial engineering, DoD logistics, and DoD cybersecurity research and development. His activities in support of the National Air and Space Intelligence Center, the NSA, the U.S. Army Intelligence Command, the Air Force Research Lab, and the Department of Defense included software development, kernel programming, cybersecurity R&D, and technical management in classified and unclassified domains. He served as the principal security assessor for multiple DOD agencies and commercial businesses for information assurance certification and accreditation. Hobbies include coaching and playing soccer, and long-distance running.
Honors and Distinctions
- B.S. in Computer Science from Bowling Green State University (2000)
- M.S. in Information Assurance from Syracuse University (2011)
- Currently pursuing a Technology & Innovation Management in Data Science Ph.D. from Northcentral University
- Cyber Club Faculty Advisor
His certifications include:
- ISC2 Certified Information Systems Professional (CISSP)
- ISC2 Certified Authorization Provider (CAP)
- Professional Scrum Master
- IACRB SCADA Architect
- ITL IT Service Management
Abdulbast “Abe” Abushgra, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity
Abdulbast “Abe” Abushgra, Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity, earned his bachelor’s degree in architecture engineering from the University of Nasr, his master’s in engineering management from the University of Tripoli, his master’s in urban planning from El-Mergib University, and his doctoral degree in computer science and engineering from the University of Bridgeport. Abe’s research interests include quantum cryptography, information security, and cybersecurity. His hobbies include reading, sports, and coding.
Honors and Distinctions
- B.S. in Architecture Engineering, University of Nasr
- M.S. in Engineering Management, University of Tripoli
- M.S. in Urban Planning from El-Mergib University
- Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering, University of Bridgeport
Curriculum
The online bachelor’s in Cybersecurity Operations Management degree program consists of 120 total credits. As a student, you’ll complete a selection of core business courses along with core cybersecurity operations management courses, each of which are taught by expert faculty with extensive real-world experience in their fields. With their support, you’ll build career-ready skills for strategic management, computer network investigations, cyber operations, system vulnerability analysis, and more.
Apply: Admission Requirements
To apply for the online B.B.A. in Cybersecurity Operations Management degree program, you’ll need the following:
- Completed application
- $40 Application Fee
- Minimum 2.5 for any College transfer credit / Minimum 3.0 for high school transcripts
- Official final high school transcripts (with graduation date) are required for all undergraduate students.
If you are entering with an associate degree or transferring a minimum of 57 credits from a four-year college, your general educational requirements are considered complete. - Personal Statement: A brief essay that outlines your qualifications, skills, work experience, and reasons for pursuing this profession.
- Two letters of recommendation from faculty members or professional colleagues.
- Résumé: A detailed work history that highlights any experience that may be relevant to this program.
Transfer Credit
Students can transfer up to 60 credits from a 2-year institution and up to 90 credits from a 4-year institution to the online B.B.A. in Cybersecurity Operations Management degree program. Transfer credit is awarded for courses taken at a regionally accredited college that are equivalent to those taught at Utica University and in which you’ve received a grade of “C” or better. The last 30 credit hours in the bachelor’s program must be earned at Utica University. Note that we require official transcripts from all colleges you’ve attended, as well as a transcript showing degree awarded.
Shortly after you receive your letter of admission, you will receive an evaluation of your transfer credits from the Registrar’s Office. If you want to review possible credit transfer eligibility ahead of time, use the Transfer Evaluation System.
Get StartedTuition and Financial Aid
This 120-credit bachelor of business administration degree program costs $475 per credit hour. Utica University is dedicated to making an advanced education accessible and affordable. Learn more about tuition and financial aid for online programs.
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