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Digital Forensics & Cyber Investigation
Graduate Certificate

These program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2026-2027 academic year.


With an online graduate certificate in digital forensics and cyber investigation from University of Maryland Global Campus, you'll examine the foundations of digital forensics and become familiar with industry-standard tools and procedures used in conducting forensics investigations related to cybersecurity. Learn how to secure and validate digital evidence, recover and analyze digital artifacts, and report and present findings in legal settings.

Program Highlights
Required Courses
  • (3 Credits, DFCS 605)
  • (3 Credits, DFCS 615)
  • (3 Credits, DFCS 625)
  • (3 Credits, DFCS 635)
Career Preparation

This program is designed to help you prepare for a career as a cybersecurity first responder or cybercrime analyst.

Experience Recommended for Success in the Program

We recommend that you have recent work experience in information technology, computer networks, or databases.

Total Program Credits
12
Transfer Credits
Exactly 6
Format
  • All courses available online
Tuition Per Credit
  • $336 per credit hour
    (Europe & Downrange)

See our Tuition Rates page for details.

Admission Requirements

This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.

Military-Specific Details

This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.

State-Specific Details

This program does not have state-specific restrictions.

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Business Administration
Master of Business Administration

These program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2026-2027 academic year.


Earn an MBA entirely online in as little as 16 months for about $21,000. The online Master of Business Administration program at University of Maryland Global Campus is designed for busy professionals looking to gain the skills and knowledge that today’s employers need. Learn from faculty members who are active or former professionals in industry, government, and non-profit organizations and discuss course concepts with classmates who have a range of professional and life experiences. Earn a specialization in one of 10 key areas: cybersecurity management and policy; cybersecurity technology; data analytics; human resource management; finance; global business; marketing; nonprofit management; project management; or general management.

Course materials are available as no-cost electronic resources through UMGC's online classroom for most courses in this online program, so you can save money on textbooks. And, the GMAT is not required for admission!

Program Highlights
  • Gain knowledge: Apply knowledge of business administration and management by integrating and applying principles from key functional disciplines of business.  

  • Lead ethically: Exemplify ethical leadership by making ethical business decisions while demonstrating leadership skills, teamwork, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.  

  • Implement a plan: Create business strategy by conducting research, analyzing and interpreting findings, and implementing a business plan.  

  • Generate ideas: Engage in innovative and critical thinking by generating and evaluating entrepreneurial ideas and formulating, evaluating, and implementing business solutions.  

  • Solve problems: Make decisions and solve problems in a global context by framing business decisions in the context of a global environment.  

  • Transform data: Transform data into insights by using data analytics and technological approaches to analyze information and make evidence-based decisions.  

  • Communicate effectively: Formulate and deliver communications by communicating effectively in various settings to diverse stakeholders.

Required Courses

This program requires a total of 30 credits. You’ll take 18 credits of core courses, 9 credits chosen from specialization areas, and a 3-credit capstone.

Core Courses

  • (3 Credits, HRMD 650)
  • (3 Credits, MRKT 600)
  • (3 Credits, ACCT 605)
  • (3 Credits, BMGT 620)
  • (3 Credits, FIN 610)
  • (3 Credits, BMGT 610)

Elective/Specialization Courses

Take three 3-credit courses in one of our specializations (outlined under Select MBA Elective/Specialization Courses) for a total of 9 credits. We recommend you complete your core courses first, then your three specialization courses, before wrapping up with your capstone.

Capstone Course

  • (3 Credits, BMGT 690)
Career Preparation

This online program is designed to help you prepare for management careers in business, government, or nonprofit organizations. UMGC's online MBA program courses are taught by experienced faculty and address skills and competencies that today’s employers seek.

Experience Recommended for Success in the Program

We recommend you have strong writing and analytical skills as well as basic IT knowledge before starting the MBA program.

Total Program Credits
30
Transfer Credits
Up to 12
Format
  • Transfer up to 12 credits
  • All courses available online
  • Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
  • $336 per credit hour
    (Europe & Downrange)

See our Tuition Rates page for details.

Admission Requirements

This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.

Military-Specific Details

This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.

State-Specific Details

This program does not have state-specific restrictions.

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