MCYD - Minor in Cyber Defense

Baccalaureate degree students may select a minor in a different field of study to complement their major.  An academic minor allows students to expand their educational experience by exploring a particular subject or subjects in sufficient depth to gain competency. By completing a minor, a student can become familiar with an additional area of study which will supplement the expertise gained in the major.

Cyber Defense is a growing field within Business, Non-profits, and the Public sectors. This minor provides a unique opportunity for students to gain essential skills in cyber defense that can be applied in a wide variety of careers. This program is designed to allow students to grow their knowledge, skills, and abilities in cyber defense. The minor challenges students with real world problem-solving skills, helps them understand current industry tools and technology, while enhancing a student's skills for either public or private sector employment.

Core IMPACTS general educations courses and required courses within the major cannot dually count for the minor, but "Field of Study" courses and elective courses within the major can also count for the minor. If a course is required by name for both the major and minor, then students should take an additional course in the minor to reach the required minimum of 15 credits for a minor.