Master's Degree — Computer Science

Master of Science in Computer Science
— Concentration in Computer Systems Security

If you are a computer science professional, then earning a Master of Science in Computer Science with a concentration in Computer Systems Security (MSCS-CSS) degree can help you gain a competitive edge in pursuing increasing levels of responsibility in your career.

Businesses and organizations throughout the world are constantly experiencing attacks or security-related incidents on their computer systems and networks that can significantly affect the organization and result in a substantial loss of revenue. To address these threats, both private and government organizations are investing considerable funds in computer security specialists to implement security measures and make their organizations safe*.

The MSCS-CSS degree program is designed to provide an understanding of operating systems and networking, as well as knowledge of computer system architecture and the software system engineering process. This program presents an overview of computer systems security, together with the specialized knowledge required to develop a security policy, formulate an implementation plan, design and implement security measures, and monitor and manage computer systems security.

*US Bureau of Labor Statistics, "Occupational Outlook Handbook" 2008-09 Edition
http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos258.htm

Master of Science in Computer Science
— Concentration in Database Systems

If you are a computer science professional, then earning a Master of Science in Computer Science with a concentration in Database Systems (MSCS-DB) degree can help you gain a competitive edge in pursuing increasing levels of responsibility in your career.

Today's successful organizations recognize the importance of high-performance database management systems, which can offer strategic advantages in the competitive marketplace. Highly specialized skills are required to design, configure, and manage these data warehouses.

The MSCS-DB Database Systems degree program is designed to provide students with an understanding of operating systems and networking, as well as knowledge of computer system architecture and the software system engineering process. You can also acquire the skills and training necessary to effectively analyze, design, implement and optimize complex data repositories. You can learn to transform data into powerful information systems for business and increase your value to organizations in both the public and private sectors.

Master of Science in Computer Science
— Concentration in Software Engineering

If you are a computer science engineer, then earning a Master of Science in Computer Science with a concentration in Software Engineering (MSCS-SE) can help you gain a competitive edge in pursuing increasing levels of responsibility in your career. Employment of computer software engineers is expected to grow by 38 percent through the year 2016 as organizations design and develop new computer software systems, and incorporate new technologies in a rapidly growing range of applications in order to maximize the efficiency of their computer systems.*

The tasks performed by software engineers evolve quickly, reflecting new areas of specialization or changes in technology, as well as the preferences and practices of employers. The MSCS – Software Engineering degree program is designed to provide students with an understanding of operating systems and networking, as well as knowledge of computer system architecture and the software system engineering process. Courses in this degree program are taught by instructors with applicable experience in the field of software engineering, so you can absorb relevant perspectives, professional insights and a real-world understanding of software engineering.

*US Bureau of Labor Statistics, "Occupational Outlook Handbook" 2008-09 Edition
http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos267.htm