Master of Business Administration with a Specialization in Cybersecurity Online
Gain the expertise to lead cybersecurity initiatives across all aspects of an organization with the MBA with a Specialization in Cybersecurity 100% online program. Through both theory and practical applications, this comprehensive program will teach you the strategies, techniques and technology to reduce the risk of cyberattacks.
Program Overview
Explore the key benefits of the online MBA in Cybersecurity
Understanding how to recognize, prevent and respond to potential cybersecurity threats is a key leadership skill essential to every organization around the globe. The MBA in Cybersecurity online degree from the University of North Carolina Wilmington will give you the expert knowledge and insights to perform a vital role in this rapidly growing field.
Corporations today recognize that data is among their most valuable assets, with cybercrime affecting not just their immediate bottom line but their reputation for years to come. According to Cybersecurity Ventures, global cybercrime costs are projected to grow 15% per year, reaching $10.5 trillion annually by 2025.
The comprehensive, AACSB-accredited master’s degree in cybersecurity program will give you a broad understanding of this critical issue and how it affects every aspect of an organization. In just a few months, you will develop a solid grasp of the fundamentals of cybersecurity, including security analytics, governance issues and risk management. Learn how to use data analytics and incident response to enact strategic company-wide policies that mitigate both domestic and international threats. Ensure that your corporate data remains confidential, protected and uncorrupted, yet is available to those whose jobs require access.
You will also deepen your knowledge in core business management areas, including business law, accounting, information analysis, business analysis, operations management, economics, marketing, strategic management and more.
The Cameron School of Business features full-time professors with terminal degrees and practical management experience in the private sector. Learn from the same distinguished faculty members who teach in the on-campus program.
Designed to save you both time and money, this MBA in Cybersecurity online program requires far less financial investment than MBA programs at other AACSB-accredited business schools in North Carolina while providing diverse options for customizing your degree to align with your career goals and interests. Benefit from fast 7-week courses, with no prerequisites or foundation courses required.
In this online MBA with a cybersecurity specialization, you will:
- Gain an understanding of information security topics, including data analytics, risk management, incident response and compliance/regulatory issues
- Develop the skills needed to create, implement and communicate cybersecurity plans and information security policies across departments within an organization
- Learn about the domestic and international challenges facing organizations and learn how to integrate strategies within existing business structures and systems for successful outcomes
- Develop your core management skills with a specific look at problem-solving, conflict resolution, communication, team building and leadership
- Gain an understanding of information security topics, including data analytics, risk management, incident response and compliance/regulatory issues
- Develop the skills needed to create, implement and communicate cybersecurity plans and information security policies across departments within an organization
- Learn about the domestic and international challenges facing organizations and learn how to integrate strategies within existing business structures and systems for successful outcomes
- Develop your core management skills with a specific look at problem-solving, conflict resolution, communication, team building and leadership
Career roles for graduates of this cybersecurity MBA include:
- Information Security Analyst
- Risk Management Specialist
- Information Assurance Manager
- Information Systems Security Manager
- Chief Security Officer
- Chief Information Security Officer
- Information Security Analyst
- Risk Management Specialist
- Information Assurance Manager
- Information Systems Security Manager
- Chief Security Officer
- Chief Information Security Officer
Also available:
UNCW offers MBA programs in a variety of in-demand specializations as well as an Executive MBA and an M.S. program. View our business programs.
Accreditation:
UNCW's Cameron School of Business is accredited by AACSB International (AACSB).
Tuition
Check out our budget-friendly tuition
Designed to be affordable and convenient, our tuition is an outstanding value and far less of a financial investment than many other North Carolina universities. We also offer pay-by-the-course tuition for our online programs. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
Tuition and fees are subject to change each academic year pending legislative approval. View more information on your cost of attendance.
| Program | Total Tuition & Fees* |
|---|---|
| MBA – Cybersecurity (in-state residents) | $19,287 |
| MBA – Cybersecurity (out-of-state residents) | $51,459 |
*N.C. resident tuition and fees. Part-time tuition rate. Full-time tuition rate may be lower. Consult with your advisor. Total tuition and fees may vary by student and are subject to change. Learn more.
**Students taking a full-time course load throughout the program can complete it in as few as 12 months. Consult with your advisor.
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
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The MBA with a Specialization in Cybersecurity program is delivered in an online format ideal for working professionals, conveniently featuring rolling admission and six start dates each year. Choose the start date that best suits your goals.
| Term | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Due | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 1 | 1/13/25 | 12/7/24 | 12/14/24 | 1/15/25 | 1/16/25 | 3/2/25 |
| Spring 2 | 3/10/25 | 2/8/25 | 2/15/25 | 3/12/25 | 3/13/25 | 4/27/25 |
| Summer 1 | 5/12/25 | 4/12/25 | 4/19/25 | 5/14/25 | 5/15/25 | 6/29/25 |
| Summer 2 | 6/30/25 | 5/24/25 | 5/31/25 | 7/2/25 | 7/3/25 | 8/17/25 |
| Fall 1 | 8/25/25 | 8/2/25 | 8/2/25 | 8/27/25 | 8/28/25 | 10/12/25 |
| Fall 2 | 10/20/25 | 9/27/25 | 9/27/25 | 10/22/25 | 10/23/25 | 12/7/25 |
Students must register for courses by 5 p.m. (EST) on the registration deadline date.
Students must remit tuition payment by 10 a.m. (EST) on the tuition deadline date.
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Admissions
Follow these easy admission steps
To apply for the online MBA in Cybersecurity program, you must hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in the United States or its equivalent from a foreign institution by the first official day of classes for the semester of application. Because UNCW considers applications on a rolling basis, you are urged to apply promptly for your preferred start date.
Admission Requirements:
- GMAT waived through 2025
- Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0
- Resume and cover letter
MBA Online Admission Requirements:
Candidates are required to submit the following to the Graduate School:
- An application for graduate admission.
- Official transcripts of all college work (graduate and undergraduate). Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended should be mailed directly from the institution(s) to UNCW at the address below. Electronic password protected transcripts are preferred and may be sent directly from the institution to [email protected].
UNCW Graduate School
Attn: Kimberly Goerne Harris
601 S. College Road
Wilmington, NC 28403-5955
- Two online recommendations including one from an employer or supervisor who can comment on the applicant’s work experience and potential for successful completion of a master’s program.
- Resume and cover letter (statement of interest) indicating how your background has prepared you for the MBA program.
o A minimum of two years full time, post-baccalaureate professional work experience required for MBA programs.
o A minimum of 5 years full time, post-baccalaureate professional work experience is required for the MBA Executive Concentration.
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher in undergraduate work. Applicants with an undergraduate GPA below 3.0 must demonstrate professional experience/advancement that shows progression since graduation and indicates how they will contribute to the program.
- A GMAT score above 500, or an equivalent GRE. GMAT/GRE and recommendation letters may be waived if an applicant meets one or more of the following criteria:
o Five or more years of progressive managerial or military work experience
o A cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.2 or higher
o Completion of an advanced degree (graduate level or above) involving some quantitative coursework
- A minimum score of 79 on the internet based TOEFL iBT test or 6.5 on IELTS test is required for all non-native English speakers only, unless applicant earned their baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited US institution. Scores are good for two years from the date the test is administered.
- Application and all required supplemental documents must be submitted by the published deadline.
Have a question? Call us at 855-306-4734.
Please note: The GMAT/GRE is currently waived through the 2025 cycle for all programs.
Courses
Preview the cybersecurity online degree curriculum
The MBA with a Specialization in Cybersecurity online curriculum is comprised of 12 courses (36 credit hours), including 30 credit hours of MBA core courses and six credit hours of electives.
**Students taking a full-time course load throughout the program can complete it in as few as 12 months. Consult with your advisor.
