IT Security Management (Taught)

Do you currently work in IT security and want to take the next step to help make critical management decisions in your organisation? Our MSc IT Security Management course will help you gain the hands-on cybersecurity skills you need to progress senior level roles.

The recent rise in high-profile IT security incidents reported in the media over recent years mean that skilled IT security professionals are in increasing demand across all areas of modern industry. This course will expose you to the core issues at stake in IT security right now, so you’ll be able to assess critical security problems strategically, and understand how organisations can take steps to reduce them.

Alongside specialist knowledge of IT security management, you’ll also develop your communication, planning, and decision-making abilities through hands-on projects and research. IT security management is becoming more and more vital as digital technology continues to dominate our lives. That’s why many organisations are now employing specialists to protect their information and reputation from risks, threats, and crises. This course will position you at the forefront of these changes, making you a highly employable candidate in the eyes of leading global organisations.

The way we assess our students provides you with the opportunity to demonstrate your strengths in a variety of ways. That’s why we choose a range of different methods to keep track of your progress. These include:

Reports
Presentations
Research Proposal
Dissertation or Journal Article