Schedule
Introduction to Cybersecurity runs September 1 - November 1, 2026. Registration closes September 8.
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Learn Cybersecurity Online and Gain Career-Ready Skills
This Introduction to Cybersecurity course will help prepare you for success in the cybersecurity and information technology field. The information security industry in the United States is expected to grow by 29% through 2034, making now an ideal time to pursue this in-demand career.
This online cybersecurity course equips learners with knowledge in infrastructure, network and internet security, intrusion detection, information systems strategy and planning, security risk analysis, and information assurance. Introduction to Cybersecurity is designed from the ground up to prepare you to work in public and private cybersecurity organizations, and serves as an ideal starting point for learners eager to stack the course into an MSU Denver credential or degree via credit-by-exam.
Format
Self-paced and online, allowing education to fit within your busy schedule. Learners have up to 8 weeks to complete the course.
Cost
$450 per student plus a $35 transaction fee per payment. All learning materials are included with tuition. Group discounts available.
Course Details and Learning Outcomes
The Introduction to Cybersecurity course provides a broad overview of cybersecurity, including how computers and networks are attacked, how the attackers benefit, and how to mitigate attacks. The terminology, approaches, and underlying technologies used in cybersecurity are also covered. In this cybersecurity program, social engineering, cryptography, and application security are also introduced.
This cybersecurity intro course will help you identify your personal areas of interest in cybersecurity. Consider using your new skills to find a job in network security, risk management, or security operations. This course also helps those already working in cybersecurity to learn up-to-date guidelines and best practices.
After successful completion of Introduction to Cybersecurity, learners will earn a certificate of completion and a digital skills badge embedded with the competencies learned. You can include these items on your resume, LinkedIn page, portfolio, or share it with an employer.
Students can also convert the course to three credits and continue to an MSU Denver certificate or degree. See FAQs for more information.
Learning objectives:
- Assess threat models and their influence on an organization
- Compare the various uses and approaches to cryptography
- Prepare for and respond to security incidents
- Design effective and efficient password schemes
- Plan environments that are resistant to malware
- Choose an effective set of training experiences for an organization
- Prepare a good plan to defend from the usual attacks on networks and hosts
Competencies to be gained:
- Identify and distinguish between various types of malware
- Create an effective security policy
- Configure a computer for optimal security
- Recover deleted or hidden files via file carving and steganography
- Encrypt and decrypt using simple ciphers
Why Take Introduction to Cybersecurity?
Network with a Cybersecurity Expert
Receive a personal advising session with your instructor and gain confidence in your future career.
Prepare for Success in a Thriving Industry
There will be a projected 234,900 cybersecurity-related jobs in the United States by 2034, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What students are saying about Intro to Cybersecurity*
✓ Increased knowledge, skills, and understanding of the subject matter.
✓ Were highly satisfied with the overall experience of the course.
✓ Agreed that the subject matter was organized and presented effectively.
*Fall 2025 post-course survey results.
Career Pathways in Cybersecurity
About Your Cybersecurity Course Instructor
Introduction to Cybersecurity instructor
Jesse Schulman is an MSU Denver faculty member with a firm belief that cybersecurity can be fun. He has a Bachelor’s degree in Theatre from Trinity University and a Master’s degree in Cybersecurity from the University of North Carolina Charlotte. He is currently working toward his Ph.D. at Northcentral University.
As a cybersecurity professional, he has worked as both a security engineer and a security researcher, Jesse helps students learn and engage with computer security in an enjoyable and easy-to-understand way. He believes that the ultimate purpose of education is to help students discover their passion and find what career they genuinely enjoy.
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