Nursing
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS 1. Completion of an undergraduate degree with a 2.5 QGPA or better 2. Completed application 3. Transcripts for college coursework 4. TOEFL/other scores if English is not the first language
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS CYSEC 605 Asset Security and Risk Management 3 credits Prerequisite: GCYSEC 501 or equivalent This course focuses on access control, information security governance and risk management, cryptography, security architecture and design, software security, business continuity, and disaster recovery planning, network security, physical security, operations security, laws, regulations, investigations, and compliance. CYSEC 606 Security Architecture for Information Communication and Networks 3 credits Prerequisites: GCYSEC 605 This course focuses on access control, cryptography, security architecture and design, network security, security capabilities of information systems. CYSEC 607 Assessment of Identity and Access 3 credits Prerequisites: GCYSEC 605 This course focuses control physical and logical access, and design appropriate asset retention, information security controls. CYSEC 608 Software Development and Operation Security 3 credits Prerequisites: GCYSEC 605 This course focuses on access control, cryptography, security architecture and design, network security, security capabilities of information systems. See catalog descriptions in the Information Assurance and Cybersecurity (MS-IAC) program listing.
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Nursing Associate Dean: Dawn Coburn Joy, Ph.D., RN, CNE
INTRODUCTION Upon completion of program requirements, students are awarded the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree. The program integrates nursing leadership, research, and clinical practice. Graduates are able to respond to challenges facing nursing and the health care system through advanced clinical practice and scientific inquiry. The MSN degree is awarded to graduates who complete requirements for a specific advanced practice option in an identified area of nursing practice. Currently, students may select from Family Nurse Practitioner or Nurse Anesthesia. The master’s degree program in nursing and the post graduate APRN certificate program at Gannon University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www. ccneaccrediation.org).
OUTCOMES At the conclusion of the program of study leading to the degree of Master of Science in Nursing, the graduate: 1. Synthesizes theory and research from nursing, the biopsychosocial sciences, and the humanities in their advanced practice role to care for members of diverse populations. 2. Is able to conduct research, collaborate with other researchers from various disciplines, and implement research findings in practice or educational settings. 3. Is able to assume the advanced practice role of administrator, researcher, or practitioner. 4. Is prepared to assume a leadership role to influence change in health care practice at local, regional, and national levels. 5. Articulates and differentiates the various advanced practice roles within nursing. 6. Has developed an understanding of the importance of maintaining professional development in their advanced practice role. 7. Actively engages in collaborative relationships as an advanced practice nurse with professionals from various disciplines and members of diverse populations to improve health care. 8. Has acquired an educational foundation for doctoral study.
