Regis University

One of a Kind Learning
Founded in 1877, Regis University has a long history of teaching students from all faith backgrounds in the Jesuit tradition. The Computer Science, Computer Information Systems and Computer Networking degrees at Regis are the only ABET-accredited programs of their kind that are offered online or in-person. Regis’ College of Computer & Information Sciences has been designated as a National Center of Excellence in Information Assurance Education by the National Security Agency (NSA) and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) since 2007.
Online Master’s Programs
Master of Science in Information Assurance
Learn to protect crucial data from hackers and viruses with your Master of Science in Information Assurance from Regis University. At Regis, you gain industry know-how in a learning environment built on the Jesuit vision of positive change. Learn the skills to make a difference in an increasingly technology-focused world and instill confidence in customers and organizations that their information will remain secure at all times. The program requires 36-credit hours and can be completed 100% online. The curriculum is built around guidelines and recomendations from the Committee on National Security Systems (CNSS) 4000 training standards, (ISC)² Ten Domains of Knowledge, ISACA, and NIST workforce development standard.
Specializations Include:
- Cybersecurity
- IA Policy Management


Graduates of the MSIA are eligible to sit for in-demand industry certification exams, including:
(ISC)2 • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) • Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) |
Cisco • Cisco Certified Network Professional Security (CCNP) |
ISACA • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) |
Electronic Commerce Council • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) |
Graduate Certificates
Cybersecurity Graduate Certificate
Our world depends on a wide array of cyber networks to run our daily lives. The misuse and theft of the personal data within them has the potential to cause major and lasting damage. With a graduate certificate in cybersecurity, you’ll prepare yourself to take your place on the front lines of the fight to keep sensitive and private data safe.
The program requires 12-credit hours (4 courses) and can be completed 100% online in less than a year. Credits can be transferred towards the MS in Information Assurance Courses include:
- Managing a Secure Enterprise
- Securing & Protecting: Sys, Apps, Data
- Risk Management
- Computer Forensics
- Network Forensics
Information Assurance Policy Management Graduate Certificate
Learn how to take a leading role in the efforts to keep sensitive data safe by planning for physical security breaches and disaster recovery, implementing enterprise and architecture security systems, instituting risk management techniques and auditing best practices. A certificate from Regis University is a convenient, cost-effective way to quickly develop the skills and knowledge needed to keep technology assets safe and find solutions that protects governments, communities and companies.
The certificate requires 12-credit hours (4 courses), and can be finished in under a year. Courses can also be used for credit towards your MS in Information Assurance. Students can choose from the following courses:
- Information Enterprise Assurance
- Managing a Secure Enterprise
- Legal Basics in Cyber and Information Security
- Planning/Implementing Architecture Security
- Risk Management
- Information Technology Auditing
Jump Start Your Career in Cybersecuirty
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