MSc IT Security Management

IT Security Management is an area that is increasing in importance with each week that passes. It is vital that organisations treat IT security as a serious matter, and many now employ specialists to protect their information and reputation from technological risks and threats.

From information security strategy development and trend monitoring to risk and information system management, this Postgraduate IT Security Management Master's Degree course from Arden University will deepen any existing knowledge you have of the IT security management industry, and provide you with the skills and confidence needed to secure or perform more effectively in a leadership role.

This online programme is well suited to anyone currently working in or wishing to make a move towards a role which sees them taking responsibility for the management and deployment of IT security, including infrastructure, policy making, governance and compliance.

As a Distance Learning programme with a predominantly online university, you will work through course content as and when you wish to, using our online learning platform. This is an ideal learning solution for anyone looking to continue full-time or part-time work while they study for their Master's Degree.

Modules

• Technology and Trend Monitoring
• Information Security Strategy Development
• Risk Management
• IT Security Management
• IS Governance
• Cloud Systems and Applications
• Research Project

Please note that the modules listed are indicative and may be subject to change.

Assessments

Assessments provide an opportunity for those on Distance Learning courses to demonstrate their strengths in a number of ways and so a variety of methods are used. These could include:

• Reports
• Presentations
• Research Proposal
• Dissertation or Journal Article

To support your development and ensure you are on the right track with your Postgraduate Distance Learning, Arden will provide you with tutor feedback on every assessment you submit.

If required, your tutor may be able to give you suggestions for improvement and help you understand how to apply your newly acquired skills into real life settings.

You can get more detailed course information by viewing the relevant Programme Specification, which you can download from our Policies, Standards and Procedures Page

To be eligible for this MSc IT Security Management Master's Degree course you must normally have:

• A UK Honours Degree in a related IT subject at a minimum of second class (2.2) or equivalent, OR;
• Relevant IT work experience 

For students whose prior learning was not taught in English, you must have IELTS 6.5 or equivalent (no less than 6.0 in any element).

If you don’t have academic qualifications

We are more than happy to consider, and positively encourage, an application from you at Arden University if you have substantial management experience (typically 5 years) and can show us that you have the motivation to study our online programme.

We’ll ask you for a personal statement that demonstrates your ability to study the course. We may also want references and evidence of relevant experiences.

Don’t have any of the above?

If you have other Postgraduate level business awards you may be eligible for entry and/or exemptions. This will be assessed on an individual basis.

If you don’t already have a Degree, or the required amount of work experience, Arden may be able to offer you a place on one of our Undergraduate Degree programmes. We offer online degrees in a range of subjects. As they are delivered via Distance Learning, they can fit in around your current commitments.

Living in London, Manchester or Birmingham?

For those living in or around London, Manchester and Birmingham, we offer undergraduate degrees that are delivered in our study centres 2 days a week. These give you the facilities and structure of face-to-face learning with the flexibility to fit other commitments in around your studies. Find out about our Blended Learning courses here

The Government's Global Information Security Workforce Study estimates that the global cyber security workforce shortage will widen to 1.5 million by 2020, and the UK government has invested £2 billion in this area to help combat this.

This Master's Degree course in IT Security Management will appeal to you if you need to develop or improve your skills and knowledge in managing IT-related security, whether that is to increase the security of your company, comply with new regulations or progress in your career.

There are many careers in which Arden's Master's level course will be of use, including corporate information, security and technology teams, consultancy, government information-security departments, or cyber security related research.

Also leading finance, insurance, business management and IT firms, consultancies and government organisations have a growing need for the skills that this Arden University programme delivers.

Roles that that you might look at include:

• IT Security Team Leader
• Network Security Manager
• Head of IT Risk
• IT Security and Governance Officer
• Government Technology Officer
• Future Technologist
• Infrastructure Manager
• Quality and Security Policy Manager

While studying you can maximise your career success by making use of our online careers portal. This has useful tools such as an online interview simulator, CV builder, global jobs search engine and employer videos and e-learning courses covering essential business skills.

Alternatively, you may wish to continue with your academic development and decide to undertake a PhD.

Next steps

Applying for Arden University courses takes just a few minutes and is the first step towards gaining your online qualification. You can begin your online application now and one of our friendly Admissions Advisors will be in touch to discuss your study options.

Enhance your career prospects with Salesforce, Cisco Networking Academy and Amazon

Arden are pleased to offer students studying this degree course the opportunity to develop additional skills. You have the chance to develop your own learning journey towards Salesforce accreditation via the 'Salesforce Trailhead' programme. Salesforce have been an industry leader in customer relationship management (CRM) for more than 20 years, so this gives you the opportunity to gain an extra self-managed certification while studying your Arden degree.

Similarly, Cisco Networking Academy is a platform providing Business and IT professionals with a space to develop their careers in the industry, with study-at-home courses helping them acquire new skills at a pace that suits them.

You'll also have access to Amazon’s highly respected cloud-related learning platform AWS Educate. 

With Arden you have the opportunity to study any of these courses FREE alongside your degree.

About Salesforce certification

By studying a Salesforce-certified course, you’ll have access to professional-level materials, ensuring your industry knowledge remains current.

There are 140 Trails and 520 badges to choose from, covering many aspects of business, computing and using Salesforce as a management tool.

About Cisco Networking Academy

Take a look at the video below to learn all about Cisco Networking Academy, how it works and how it can benefit you.

About AWS Educate (Amazon)

With the increasing demand for cloud employees, AWS Educate provides an academic gateway for the next generation of IT and cloud professionals. AWS Educate is Amazon’s global initiative to provide students and educators with the resources needed to accelerate cloud-related learning. AWS Educate provides tools for students around the world dreaming of a technology career. 

Students receive credits for hands-on experience with AWS technology, training, content, career pathways and the AWS Educate Job Board. You can study courses in cloud computing, data science, web development and more!

Key Benefits

Gain industry-relevant skills:
Develop additional skills relevant to roles in marketing, business, sales and technology, allowing you to stand out in crowded jobs markets.

Add value to your CV 
Gain a competitive advantage in the jobs market, as well as proving your enthusiasm for your industry, dedication to self-development and eagerness to learn to potential employees.

Access professional-level content and a student community (Salesforce only)
Access materials used by industry professionals, and join the Salesforce student community, interacting with others and sharing your experiences

Get your LinkedIn badge (Cisco only)
For each course you complete, you can acquire a badge for your LinkedIn profile, highlighting your skills to potential employers, and proving that you’re highly engaged and proactive in enhancing your self-development.

How does it work?

Once you enrol with Arden, you will receive access to Salesforce, Cisco and Amazon’s online, self-paced courses through your learning platform, iLearn. Here, you’ll be able to pick and choose which courses you’d like to study.

You’ll study the course content as and when it suits you. The hours required to complete a course vary; for example, the amount of time needed to complete a Salesforce course ranges from 35 minutes to 21 hours, while the majority of Cisco courses take between 30 and 70 hours.

These courses are an added extra – it’s entirely up to you whether you complete one, 10 or none at all! Your participation (or decision not to study these additional extras) won’t have any effect on your degree or the grades you receive.

Fees

The Salesforce Trailhead, Cisco and Amazon courses are completely free to study, but there is a fee of £150-£200 per badge for LinkedIn badge certifications from Cisco.