Graduates are equipped with the expertise to protect digital assets, mitigate security risks, and contribute to the overall security posture of organizations in an increasingly interconnected world.
Students will join a worldwide network through our MCBS IEEE Student’s Chapter, ISACA Chapter and LinkedIn information security professionals.
This program prepares students to take certification exams offered by professional bodies such as EC Council and ISACA. MCBS has signed an MOU with ISACA to facilitate knowledge sharing and capability development of Cybersecurity.
Duration: Bachelor’s degree requires about 8 semesters or 4 years
Program delivery: 12-15 credits per normal semester and 6 credits per summer semester
Internship: Placement on a minimum of 6-weeks internship
Courses: Apart from courses closely related to the program, students take general education courses.
Courses Credits Core Courses 45 Communication skills 12 Humanities 09 Social Sciences 09 Mathematics Requirements 09 Science Requirements 08 Free Electives 03 Information Security Requirements 15 Business Requirements 09 Internship 01 Total 120
Core Courses (45 Credits)
Course Code | Course Name | Credits |
---|---|---|
COSC 1301 | Object Oriented Programming I | (3) |
COSC 1330 | Computer Architecture & Organization | (3) |
COSC 2301 | Object Oriented Programming II | (3) |
COSC 2325 | Data Communication & Networking | (3) |
COSC 2320 | Database Management System | (3) |
ISEC 2340 | Principles of Information Security | (3) |
ISEC 3310 | Network Security | (3) |
ISEC 3330 | Risk Management and Compliance | (3) |
ISEC 3340 | Application Security | (3) |
ISEC 3350 | Unix Administration | (3) |
ISEC 4320 | Security Architecture and Control | (3) |
ISEC 4330 | Computer Forensics | (3) |
ISEC 4340 | Business Continuity and Operations Security | (3) |
ISEC 4389 | Information Security Capstone Project I | (3) |
ISEC 4399 | Information Security Capstone Project II | (3) |
A degree in Bachelor of Science in Information Security opens up a range of job prospects in the rapidly growing field of cybersecurity. With the increasing frequency and sophistication of cyber threats, organizations across various sectors are actively seeking skilled professionals to protect their digital assets.
Graduates can get various roles as:
Duration: 4 years full-time
Semester Starts: Fall, Spring, Summer I and Summer II.
Fee: 12,036 OMR
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