Rochester Institute Of Technology (RIT)

Program Information

Degree Offered

Advanced Certificate - Information Assurance

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The advanced certificate in information assurance provides students with the knowledge and expertise needed to seek careers in information assurance. Students completing this program will be able to:

Identify and deploy tools and techniques used to secure individual computers and networks from attack.

Utilize tools and techniques for the analysis of a compromise.

Understand and utilize policies, procedures, and standards used to enhance the security of networks and computing systems at all levels including large enterprises.

This program consists of a four-course sequence for those with prerequisite knowledge, and is available in either an online or on-campus format. The online availability of this program will provide a career-enhancing educational opportunity to those who are currently employed in a computing field. If desired, the four courses in the certificate transfer into the master of science program in information technology, the master of science in computing security and information assurance, or the master of science in networking, security, and systems administration.

Accreditation:

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# of Credits Required:

16

International Student Requirements:

International students must submit TOEFL scores of 570 or higher (paper-based) or 230 or higher (computer-based) or 88 (internet-based). Applicants with exceptionally strong academic records may be admitted conditionally. However, the Michigan test will be required for course placement, and these applicants will be required to take a prescribed program of study in English along with a reduced course load in the program.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large Suburb

Size & Settings: 10,000 - 19,999