From the critical infrastructure to health care and national defense, cyber threats present a growing challenge to organizations across the public and private sectors. In the face of this evolving threat landscape, employers increasingly require the expertise of skilled cybersecurity professionals.

To meet this demand, American University's Cyber Policy and Management graduate certificate program prepares students to take on leadership roles in cybersecurity, with a focus on policy and management. The Cyber Cert program will provide students with cutting edge tools, policy-relevant knowledge, and management skills necessary to succeed in the cyber workforce.

The program, which is open to students with a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution, provides a range of course options and features regular opportunities to engage with experts from across the field of cybersecurity. Of note, participants who are currently enrolled in an SPA master's program may apply 12 relevant credits to the Cyber Policy and Management graduate certificate.

Upon completion of the Cyber Cert program, students will gain a deeper perspective about the dynamics of the policy processes related to U.S. cyber policy and will be prepared to deploy this knowledge in professional settings. Students seeking to equip themselves to take on cyber management issues within the public and private sectors are encouraged to learn more about the Cyber Policy & Management Certificate program at American University’s School of Public Affairs!