Today, because so much business is carried out over computer networks, information needs more protection than ever before. Developing your talent could become a very valuable career asset.

Earning a National Security Administration Postbaccalaureate Certificate online could help prepare you with the knowledge and skills to pursue an entry-level position managing information security systems.*

You will study to gain knowledge of key information system areas including information technology infrastructure, management control of information systems, and the development of strategic plans.

The National Security Administration Postbaccalaureate Certificate program consists of a minimum of 18 quarter credit hours. Upon successful completion of the program, you will be awarded a certificate.

 Program Highlights 

The National Security Administration Postbaccalaureate Certificate’s curriculum provides you with the opportunity to:
  • Study to acquire the knowledge and skills to pursue an entry-level position in information systems management.
  • Explore key information system areas including information technology infrastructure, management control of information systems, and the development of strategic plans.

Prepare for Certification

After completing the National Security Administration Postbaccalaureate Certificate program, you will be eligible to receive the following certifications† from the Committee on National Security Systems (CNSS):
  • Information Systems Security (INFOSEC) Professionals NSTISSI-4011 Certificate
  • Senior Systems Managers, CNSSI-4012 Certificate

 Curriculum for the National Security Administration Postbaccalaureate Certificate 

    Courses Credits
    Technology Infrastructure 6
    Management Information Systems 6
    Management Policy and Strategy 6
    Total Program Requirements 18

 What are the Career Opportunities? 

This program is designed to provide you with the specialized knowledge to seek entry-level employment as an information security systems manager.*


Prepare for Future Studies

Qualified credits earned in fulfillment of this certificate may be applied toward the requirements of certain Kaplan University degree programs. When the time is right, come back and earn your degree online at Kaplan University.

For more information, chat live or call an Admissions Advisor at 866.527.5268 (Toll Free).

  

Tuition and Fees

Cost per credit hour$371.00
Total program requirements18

Total cost of tuition$6,678.00


This program is not eligible for Title IV federal financial aid. This program requires a $100 technology fee per term. Effective June 5, 2010, a minimum tuition deposit, depending on your program and as described in the Tuition and Fees Supplement, is required at the time of enrollment. The deposit will be credited toward your tuition when you begin classes. For more information, chat live or call an Admissions Advisor at 866.527.5268 (Toll Free).

Kaplan University offers tuition discounts to active-duty military servicemembers and veterans. Call 866.583.4412 (Toll Free) to speak to a military Admissions Advisor.


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The National Security Administration Postbaccalaureate Certificate is not eligible for Title IV federal financial aid.

*Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job or employed at all.

†The University cannot guarantee students will receive these certifications. In some cases, field experience may be necessary to be eligible to receive these certifications.