UMUC Graduate Academic Programs 2016–17

2016–17 GRADUATE The Undergraduate School ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

ACHIEVE YOUR AMBITIONS

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For the goals you want to achieve . . .

IT HAS TO BE UMUC

Take the next step and earn the valuable knowledge, high-demand skills, and important credentials you need to take your career to the next level. University of Maryland University College (UMUC) is a respected state university with a reputation for excellence, so you can be sure that your degree will add more to your life than just a line on your résumé.

We offer online and on-site classes and 55+ graduate programs and specializations in some of today’s hottest fields, including business, cybersecurity, education, healthcare, and information technology. Take advantage of our top-notch student support services, comprehensive payment and financial aid options, and knowledgeable and caring advisors.

We want you to get the most out of your journey with us, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. We can’t wait to see you walking across the stage with your master’s degree on your way to the life you’ve always imagined!

“Where I grew up, very few people went to college. I’m kind of the nerd in the family.

I joined the Army at 17 for the education.

I picked UMUC because they are really military friendly. Every semester, I learned something that helped me at work. My coworkers would say, ‘How does she know this stuff?’ To be a positive role model for my nieces, it had to be UMUC.” SHATASHA SMITH Master of Science Information Technology

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Continue Your Journey We specialize in helping busy professionals like you raise the bar and create the life you’ve always imagined by building your skills, knowledge, and experience with the right academic program. Maybe you’re working full-time, serving in the military, or raising a family while you pursue your education. We respect that and work hard to help you succeed.

TAKE CLASSES THAT FIT YOUR LIFE Our flexible learning options make it easy to fit higher education into your busy life. We offer online and on-site classes that can help you earn the credentials you need to boost your standing in the job market or advance in your current career.

EARN A RESPECTED DEGREE A degree earned at UMUC carries respect across the nation and around the world. UMUC is accredited and adheres to standards set by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Plus, UMUC is a member institution of the renowned University System of Maryland.

GAIN HIGH-DEMAND CAREER SKILLS Our programs are designed by industry experts to respond to employer trends, opportunities, and demands. Coursework focuses on career-relevant knowledge and skills that will help you enhance your professional value.

Plus, many of our programs are taught by faculty scholar-practitioners with extensive, real-world experience.

STAY CONNECTED WITH A STRONG ALUMNI NETWORK After you graduate, the Alumni Association provides you with opportunities to stay connected with fellow alumni, students, and faculty through volunteer service, social interaction, and philanthropy. Programs and resources include career services, affinity partner discounts, special alumni events, and UMUC library services. UMUC’s global network of alumni is more than 180,000 strong.

CONTENTS 1 Introduction 4 Business and Management 6 Education and Teaching 8 Healthcare and Science 10 Information Technology, Computer Science, and Cybersecurity 12 Doctoral Programs 14 Career Paths

“I was totally impressed with my master’s program. All of my professors had a tremendous amount of tactical knowledge from the real world. They were continuously available to answer questions, and they fueled my personal desire to continue to learn more.”

THOMAS SCHELLER Master of Business Administration

BENEFIT FROM OUR CONTINUOUS INNOVATION We continually strive to ensure that our academic programs, course delivery formats, and student services meet the highest standards for excellence. Ongoing efforts focus on improving the student experience online and ensuring that programs meet the needs of today’s workforce. These changes may involve the introduction of new or revised programs later in the academic year. Visit www.umuc.edu/academicprograms for the latest program information, especially if you intend to enroll in 2017.

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MAKE YOUR EDUCATION MORE AFFORDABLE We offer a wide range of ways to help you save money on your

WHY CHOOSE UMUC?

education, including • Scholarships, federal financial aid, loans, and grants for those who qualify • Our interest-free monthly payment plan1 • Tuition Assistance and/or veterans education benefits, if you’re eligible • Discounted tuition for active-duty military servicemembers2

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graduate55+ programs and specializations

Plus, we offer discounted tuition for federal employees, their spouses and dependents, and individuals who work for one of our many educational partner employers. If you fall under one of these categories, you could receive a discount on out-of-state tuition for most programs.3

140+ locations worldwide

65+ years of experience delivering high-quality education Learn more about UMUC’s interest-free monthly payment plan at www.umuc.edu/paymentplan.

2 Learn more about UMUC’s military tuition rates at www.umuc.edu/tuition.

3 The tuition discount will not be applied to the following programs: Master of Business Administration, Master of Science in Data Analytics, graduate cybersecurity degree and certificate programs, executive programs, and doctoral programs. The tuition for students who meet the criteria for Maryland residency will be the applicable in-state rate. Tuition for active-duty military and their spouses and dependents will be the applicable military rate.

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Succeed in a SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY

UMUC IS AN AWARDWINNING UNIVERSITY

GET GUIDANCE FROM EXPERIENCED ADVISORS Your path to a successful future begins with a plan, and UMUC’s friendly, knowledgeable advisors are here to help you • Choose the right program for your career goals and find the most efficient path to completing your degree • Determine which courses you should take and when • Discover alternative ways to earn credit that could save you time and money

Join an academic community that has earned national recognition: • Military-Friendly University | Military Advanced Education & Transition • 2015 Educator of the Year | World Affairs Council

• Identify services and resources to help you stay (or get back) on track . . . and more!

LEARN FROM ACCOMPLISHED FACULTY One of the things that sets UMUC apart from other universities is our diverse, worldwide faculty of scholar-practitioners who bring impressive academic credentials to your classroom experience. You’ll learn what matters from experts

• 2015 President’s Award | Open Education Consortium • 2015 Outstanding Work Award | Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education • National Center of Digital

who have extensive real-world experience. Plus, they understand the demands that

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working adults with busy schedules face and will work with you to ensure you achieve

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your goals and get the most out of your UMUC education.

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TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES We offer you everything you need to stay informed, equipped, and on track throughout your academic career and beyond. At UMUC, you have access to • Career counseling and 70+ employer alliances to help you take the next step in your career • 24-hour library services to access books, articles, and librarian assistance anytime • Tutors and mentors to guide you through difficult subjects and courses • Online writing assistance to help you improve your writing skills at any level • 24-hour technical support to troubleshoot issues with your online classroom

“Distance education is becoming huge in the corporate world, and those who know how to do it well can make real significant positive change for literally millions of people. . . . That’s why I’m in the master’s program.”

JEEP FORTUNA Master of Distance Education and E-Learning

• Special services for veterans, including the Veterans Resource Center, to help you transition to civilian life • Academic clubs and honor societies, so you can meet and network with students who share similar interests

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BUSINESS and MANAGEMENT Advance Your Career in the High-Demand World of Business Build your strengths in leadership, strategic thinking, and communication, and gain the skills and knowledge that can help you move up the ladder in your career.

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Develop sought-after skills in finance, marketing, operations, information literacy, technology fluency, and systems thinking as well as key skills for effectiveness as a manager. The MBA curriculum includes coursework

employers. Learn how to strategically manage an organization for growth and success. Develop and advance your

DID YOU KNOW?

competencies in finance, marketing, human resources, strategy, and leadership. Apply your learning from multiple disciplines and specializations to real-life business problems.

630K business and financial

in management, legal and ethical

This program has received specialized

issues in business, leadership, strategy,

operations jobs are projected to

accreditation through the International

decision making, and operations.

be added from 2014 to 20242

Assembly for Collegiate Business

Courses feature projects for companies

Education, known as IACBE.1

and agencies to give you real-world experience in managing operations that you can apply right away.

Advance your career in an MBA program that can help you gain the

2.5M+ management job openings are projected between 2014 and 20243

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skills and abilities desired by today’s of the top health&science 10 jobs listed on Glassdoor’s “25 Best Jobs in University of Maryland University College has received specialized accreditation for its business programs through the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE), located at 11374 Strang Line Road in Lenexa, Kansas, USA. IACBE is a specialized accrediting agency recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

2 Source: “Occupational Outlook Handbook,” Bureau of Labor Statistics, December 17, 2015.

3 Source: “Projections of Occupational Employment, 2014–24,” Bureau of Labor Statistics, December 2015.

4 Source: “25 Best Jobs in America,” Glassdoor, 2016.

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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

DEGREES

This program, ideal for midcareer professionals, can help you gain the skills to make

• M aster of Business Administration

high-level decisions that can impact your organization’s current operations and financial future or help you move toward an organizational leadership position.

Courses in this curriculum feature projects for real companies and organizations, studies of real crises, and analysis of real-time data sets. Additionally, a board of industry leaders and employers advises our faculty to make sure our graduate programs are

• M aster of Science in Accounting and Financial Management

• M aster of Science in Data Analytics • M aster of Science in Management

covering emerging areas and are relevant to your career growth.

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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN DATA ANALYTICS

• A cquisition and Supply Chain

This state-of-the-art program combines study in technical and business disciplines to make you a powerful data analyst with strong career potential. You’ll learn how to manage and manipulate data, create data visualizations, and make strategic data-driven recommendations to influence business outcomes. Build your skills in a career-focused

Management

• F oundations in Business Analytics • F oundations of Human Resource Management

program that includes database design, data warehousing, data mining, data modeling,

• H omeland Security Management

predictive analytics, and more. The curriculum for the master’s degree is crafted,

• L eadership and Management

reviewed, and updated by a team of advisors and industry experts to ensure that what you learn aligns with the trends and technologies in the workplace today.

• P roject Management

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT

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Compete for today’s—and tomorrow’s—jobs. We design our graduate management

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program with input from today’s top employers to help provide you with decision-

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making skills, real-world experience, and a firm foundation for career advancement.

Choose from 15 specializations to tailor your education, gain sought-after skills, and interact with professionals in your industry. Whether you are new to the field, changing careers, or looking to move up, look no further than this program to boost your professional value and help you put your career goals first.

Master of Science in Management specializations include

ALUMNI OUTCOMES Our business and management alumni have worked for

• Accounting

• H uman Resource Management

organizations that include

• Acquisition and Supply Chain

• I nformation Systems and Services

• A mtrak

Management

• I ntelligence Management

• B oeing

• Criminal Justice Management

• I nterdisciplinary Studies in Management

• B oehringer Ingelheim

• Emergency Management

• M arketing

• I nternational Monetary Fund

• Financial Management

• N onprofit and Association Management

• Healthcare Administration

• P roject Management

• Homeland Security Management

• P ublic Relations

• J PMorgan Chase & Co. • N ational Fish and Wildlife Foundation • S mithsonian Institution • U .S. Agency for International Development

• U .S. Department of Commerce • U .S. International Trade Commission

• U .S. National Archives and Records Administration

• T he World Bank 1

More information about certificates, including gainful employment disclosures, is available at www.umuc.edu/certificates.

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EDUCATION and TEACHING Gain a Powerful Degree in Education from the Masters in the Field Are you looking to gain skills and knowledge of distance learning management from a university well-versed in the practice? Do you seek newer and fresher approaches to teaching the bright young students of tomorrow? Apply now for one of UMUC’s education and teaching programs and specializations to start earning a powerful degree that can help you give back.

MASTER OF ARTS IN TEACHING Whether you’re new to teaching, retiring from a previous profession, relocating, returning to the workforce, or simply seeking a second career that builds on previous study, we’ll help you prepare for a rewarding career as an educator.

You’ll learn the latest teaching

This program is designed for students with a bachelor’s degree who want to earn Maryland secondary teaching certification in a variety of subjects, including biology, chemistry, computer science, earth and space science, English, French, German, history, Mandarin Chinese,

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10K+ 24%

more instructional coordinators are projected to be needed by 20241,2

mathematics, physics, social studies, and Spanish.

strategies and gain the experience you need to enter the field of secondary education with confidence. Develop skills in teaching to diverse student bodies, integrating technology in the classroom, and responding to varying learning styles in a wide range of secondary school environments.

20% of job opportunities for people teaching with Master of Arts degrees are in the education services industry3

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Source: “Occupational Outlook Handbook,” Bureau of Labor Statistics, December 17, 2015.

Typical entry-level qualifications for this field include a master’s degree andat least five years of experience in the field.

Source: “The Online College Labor Market,” Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce, April 2014.

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MASTER OF DISTANCE EDUCATION AND E-LEARNING Get the practical knowledge to lead distance education programs. Choose from two career-relevant specializations to develop essential skills implementing distance learning technology, managing online faculty, and directing the business aspects

DEGREES • M aster of Arts in Teaching

of distance education programs.

• M aster of Distance Education and

Master of Distance Education and E-Learning specializations include

• M aster of Education in Instructional

• Distance Education Policy and Management • Distance Education Teaching and Training

E-Learning

Technology

• M aster of Science in Learning Design and Technology

MASTER OF EDUCATION IN INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY

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Enhance your credentials and bring your classroom into the digital age. This

• I nstructional Technology Integration

program is designed to help you develop expertise in current and emerging instructional technologies, gain a deep understanding of the role of technology in the contemporary school, and lead change efforts at the classroom, school,

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and district levels to improve student achievement. Your instructional technology

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courses designed for pre-K–12 teachers, technology integration specialists, staff

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developers, and administrators will help you develop expertise in digital-age learning by using technology, mobile devices, and active learning techniques to transform the educational experience.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN LEARNING DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY Boost your career by gaining skills and knowledge that can help you design and operate the learning platforms of the future. This program can help you gain the skills and competencies you need to use emerging technologies, data analytics, and emerging learning theory to design adaptive and personalized online learning experiences. You can explore, develop, and integrate digital media, new pedagogical approaches, and online interactive resources to give students greater access to education and prepare them for success. In addition to handson coursework, you will conduct an online internship in education or business in which you will design real-world online learning programs.

ALUMNI OUTCOMES Our education and teaching alumni have worked for organizations that include

• C atonsville Center for Alternative Studies

• C ore Education • D iscovery Communications • F ederal Emergency Management Agency

• F oundation for Educational Services

NCATE ACCREDITATION The graduate education department at University of Maryland University College is

• T he German Marshall Fund of the United States

• L ockheed Martin Corporation

accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).

• M ontgomery County Public Schools

This accreditation covers the Master of Arts in Teaching program for initial teacher

• N ational Quality Forum

preparation and the Master of Education in Instructional Technology program at

• U nited Nations Educational,

UMUC. However, the accreditation does not include individual education courses that the institution offers to P-12 educators for professional development, relicensure, or other purposes.

Both the MAT and the MEd in Instructional Technology are approved by the Maryland

Scientific, and Cultural Organization

• U .S. Naval Research Laboratory • U .S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission

Higher Education Commission. The MAT is also approved by the Maryland State Department of Education as a professional education program leading to state teacher certification. UMUC is regionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

More information about certificates, including gainful employment disclosures, is available at www.umuc.edu/certificates.

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HEALTHCARE and SCIENCE Move Forward in an Exciting STEM Field Prepare for a fulfilling career helping others by signing up for one of UMUC’s programs in fast-growing healthcare fields.

Go green with the program in environmental management that includes coursework in pollution control, policies and regulations, environmental health and safety, and the management of air, land, and water.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BIOTECHNOLOGY

Master of Science in Biotechnology

Combine science and technology

• Bioinformatics

with business savvy in one of four specializations, and gain the ultimate

specializations include

• Biosecurity and Biodefense

skill set and maximum career flexibility.

• Biotechnology Management

Featuring hands-on biotechnology

• Biotechnology Regulatory Affairs

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6.6M jobs are predicted to be created in the healthcare services industry by 20201

projects and symposia by industry leaders, this program has been named an Outstanding Online Program by the Online Learning Consortium and was featured in the New York Times and the Washington Post.

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of the 27,000+health jobs posted each month for medical and health services managers go unfilled2

$11K+ more in annual earning potential is possible when you earn a master’s degree3 Source: “Recovery: Job Growth and Education Requirements Through 2020,” Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce, June 2013.

2 Source: “18 Hot Jobs for 2015,” CareerBuilder.

3 Source: “Earning and Unemployment Rates by Educational Attainment.” Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2016.

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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT Save the environment while improving your career outlook. Learn the business management skills, industry-standard technology expertise, and environmental science you need to assume management responsibilities for

DEGREES • M aster of Science in Biotechnology

environmental programs in a wide range of organizations.

• M aster of Science in Environmental

Perfect for midcareer professionals, this program will help you gain expert

• M aster of Science in Health Care

decision-making skills and practical experience that can boost your professional value and give you the confidence you need to succeed.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION

Management

Administration

• M aster of Science in Health Informatics Administration

As a healthcare administrator, you’re constantly challenged to keep

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up with changes in your profession. This degree is designed for busy,

• Bioinformatics

midcareer professionals like you. We’ll help you gain the expert knowledge, management skills, and strong professional development you need to seize career opportunities and maximize your potential in this era of rapid

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healthcare transformation.

academic-programs for the latest program information.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN HEALTH INFORMATICS ADMINISTRATION Advance your career by building expertise in two key areas. This program can help you develop the expertise to oversee the complex coordination of your organization’s health informatics and administration needs. If you are

ALUMNI OUTCOMES

a midcareer healthcare professional or information technology professional

Our healthcare and science alumni

working in a healthcare setting, this program can help you gain practical

have worked for organizations that

knowledge for professional success and the high-level understanding you

include

need to advance beyond your current role.

• American Red Cross

This program is accredited as a Health Information Management Master of

• Endo Pharmaceuticals

Science Degree by the Commission for Health Informatics and Information

• FBI

Management Education (CAHIIM).1

• The Henry M. Jackson Foundation • Microsoft • National Cancer Institute • National Human Genome Research Institute

• National Institutes of Health • Pfizer • U.S. Army • U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

• U.S. Food and Drug Administration • Walter Reed Army Institute of Research

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This program is accredited as a Health Information Management Master of Science Degree by the Commission for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM), 233 N. Michigan Ave, Chicago, Illinois. CAHIIM is a specialized accrediting agency recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. CAHIIM institutes and enforces accreditation standards and accredits Health Informatics and Health Information Management (HIM) degree programs at the associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degree levels in the United States and Puerto Rico.

More information about certificates, including gainful employment disclosures, is available at www.umuc.edu/certificates.

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, COMPUTER SCIENCE, and CYBERSECURITY Gain the Skills and Knowledge to Understand Today’s Technology With innovative online degrees, industry connections, and an award-winning cybersecurity competition team, UMUC is a leading name in IT, computer science, and cybersecurity education.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN CYBERSECURITY MANAGEMENT AND POLICY Boost your career by gaining the skills and knowledge to address cybersecurity threats from a management perspective.

Through your coursework, you will learn how to understand multinational compliance requirements, apply risk analysis concepts and models to a variety of organizations, create and establish cybersecurity frameworks in both the public and private sectors, and

This program can help you gain the tools

develop complete cybersecurity incident

you need to join the management track

response plans.

in cybersecurity, so you can establish, implement, and oversee a cybersecurity policy structure for an organization.

Learn how to create a security approach that combines technology, governance, and compliance perspectives. Gain advanced knowledge in organizational

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If you do not have a background in IT, it is strongly recommended that you

91% increase in cybersecurity job postings between 2010 and 20141

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take our noncredit preparation courses

cybersecurity jobs are

in information technology and coding.

available nationwide1

These will give you a foundation that will help you succeed in the program.

structures, communications, operational business processes, and the legal framework for cybersecurity policy.

12% growth is projected in the computer and information technology job market between 2014 and 20242

Source: “Job Market Intelligence: Cybersecurity Jobs, 2015,” Burning Glass Technologies, 2015.

Source: “Occupational Outlook Handbook,” Bureau of Labor Statistics, December 17, 2015.

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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN CYBERSECURITY TECHNOLOGY Develop the next generation of advanced cyber threat prevention skills at a university nationally recognized for excellence in cybersecurity. This innovative program draws from fields such as technology, forensics, management, law, science, business, and psychology to provide you with the most current knowledge and skills for protecting critical cyber infrastructure and assets.

Coursework in this program features emerging topics in the field and builds in many opportunities for you to interact with employers through recruitment and networking events. Additionally, a board of industry leaders and employers advises our faculty to make sure our cybersecurity programs are covering emerging areas that are relevant to your career growth.

DEGREES • Master of Science in Cybersecurity Management and Policy

• Master of Science in Cybersecurity Technology

• Master of Science in Digital Forensics and Cyber Investigation

• Master of Science in Information Technology

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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN DIGITAL FORENSICS AND CYBER INVESTIGATION Equip yourself with the cutting-edge skills and knowledge to become a digital forensics expert. In this program, you can gain the capability to help organizations and law enforcement detect data breaches, cyber attacks, and digital crime. Learn

• Cybersecurity Management and Policy

• Cybersecurity Technology • Information Assurance

how to determine whether a digital system has been attacked or compromised as well as how to uncover, preserve, and present evidence for legal prosecution.

Coursework in this program can help you gain the technical competencies and

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knowledge needed to investigate system security breaches and recover lost or compromised data. Our curriculum features hands-on learning experiences that use the same evidence and scenarios encountered in real-world investigations.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Gain a competitive advantage in the information technology marketplace and

ALUMNI OUTCOMES

develop specialized skills in high-tech management. In this comprehensive

Our information technology,

program, you’ll combine technical know-how with business savvy to gain a

computer science, and cybersecurity

powerful skill set and maximum career flexibility.

alumni have worked for organizations that include

Master of Science in Information Technology specializations include

• Brookhaven National Laboratory

• Database Systems Technology

• P roject Management

• FBI

• Homeland Security Management

• S oftware Engineering

• Informatics

• S ystems Engineering

• Information Assurance

• T elecommunications Management

• Lockheed Martin Corporation • NASA • National Science Foundation • National Security Agency • National Weather Service

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DOCTORAL PROGRAMS Achieve Expertise That Can Help You Rise to the Top UMUC’s doctoral programs offer the exceptional scholarship, distinguished faculty, and dissertation support of traditional programs but with greater flexibility, shorter residencies, and a special emphasis on knowledge you can apply right away.

Gain the ultimate credential and bring more leadership to the table with a doctorate that aligns with your professional life and accommodates your busy schedule.

DOCTOR OF MANAGEMENT Stand above the competition with a degree that defines accomplishment.

Designed for executive-level working professionals, the Doctor of Management emphasizes management theory and strategic thinking, organizational leadership and change, research and innovation, and sustainability in the global business environment. Through applied research and analysis of

learning. You’ll also benefit from exposure to national and global perspectives and experiences with geographically diverse classmates and faculty.

The Doctor of Management can help you gain the research and management competencies necessary

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25% doctoral tuition discount to full-time employees of American Association of Community Colleges member institutions

to acquire, appraise, analyze, apply, and assess information for complex evidence-based decision making.

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real-world management issues, you’ll

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gain sophisticated knowledge for the

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executive level of management.

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Our cohort structure promotes close, interactive partnerships among students, faculty, and staff and a supportive network for lifelong

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DOCTORAL DEGREES • D octor of Management1 • D octor of Management in Community College Policy and Administration1,2

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ALUMNI OUTCOMES Our doctoral program alumni have worked for organizations that include

• American Society for Engineering Education

• Booz Allen Hamilton • Federal Transit Administration • IBM • Johnson & Johnson

DOCTOR OF MANAGEMENT IN COMMUNITY COLLEGE POLICY AND ADMINISTRATION

• Marriott International

Become a scholar-practitioner in a hybrid program that fits your life and can

• National Oceanic and Atmospheric

transform your potential to lead change in education. Designed for college faculty and administrators who aspire to lead effectively and advance in administrative careers, this unique doctorate offers exceptional scholarship, intimate cohorts,

• Morgan Stanley Administration

• National Radio Astronomy Observatory

online courses, short residencies, distinguished faculty, and dissertation support

• Northrop Grumman Corporation

in a program that can be completed within three years. Plus, you’ll gain knowledge

• U.S. Department of Housing and

you can apply right away to your current professional environment.

You’ll work together in the same group of about 15 to 20 students throughout the

Urban Development

• Xerox Corporation

entire program and build a virtual community while benefiting from leadership assessments and executive coaching, developed and led by current and former community college presidents and senior executives. With a highly respected credential, sophisticated knowledge, and an accomplished dissertation, you’ll emerge from the program with the tools to transform student achievement and successfully guide community colleges into the essential role they will play in the future of education.

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This program is available for out-of-state (non-Maryland) students only.

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BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT GRADUATE PROGRAM

CAREER PATH

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Business Intelligence Analyst General and Operations Manager Management Analyst Program Director

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

Accountant Auditor Budget Analyst Financial Manager Treasurer and Controller

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN DATA ANALYTICS

Business Intelligence Analyst Data Warehousing Specialist Intelligence Analyst

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT Specialization in Accounting

Accountant Auditor Budget Analyst Credit Analyst

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT Specialization in Acquisition and Supply Chain Management

Logistics Manager

Your academic credentials, along with field experience, industry certification, and further education, can help you qualify for a range of career opportunities.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT Specialization in Criminal Justice Management

Fraud Examiner, Investigator, and Analyst

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT Specialization in Emergency Management

Emergency Management Director

UMUC’s specialized graduate degree programs can help you gain the skills and qualifications you need to advance your pursuit of your career goals.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT Specialization in Financial Management

Accountant

CAREER PATHS

Purchasing Manager Supply Chain Manager

Intelligence Analyst Security Management Specialist Security Manager

Intelligence Analyst Security Management Specialist

Auditor Financial Manager Personal Financial Advisor Treasurer and Controller

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT Specialization in Health Care Administration MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT Specialization in Homeland Security Management

Medical and Health Services Manager

Business Continuity Planner Emergency Management Director Intelligence Analyst Security Management Specialist Security Manager

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EDUCATION AND TEACHING

GRADUATE PROGRAM

CAREER PATH

GRADUATE PROGRAM

CAREER PATH

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT Specialization in Human Resource Management

Human Resources Manager

MASTER OF ARTS IN TEACHING*

Secondary School Teacher

Human Resources Specialist Labor Relations Specialist Training and Development Manager Training and Development Specialist

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT Specialization in Information Systems and Services

Computer and Information Research Scientist Computer and Information Systems Manager Computer Systems Analyst Information Technology Project Manager

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT Specialization in Intelligence Management

Business Intelligence Analyst Computer and Information Systems Manager Intelligence Analyst

MASTER OF DISTANCE EDUCATION AND E-LEARNING Specialization in Distance Education Policy and Management

Distance Education Director

MASTER OF DISTANCE EDUCATION AND E-LEARNING Specialization in Distance Education Teaching and Training

Distance Learning Coordinator

MASTER OF EDUCATION IN INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY

Instructional Coordinator

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN LEARNING DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY

Instructional Coordinator

Distance Learning Coordinator Online Program Development Director

Training and Development Manager Training and Development Specialist

Instructional Designer and Technologist

Instructional Designer and Technologist Training and Development Specialist

Security Manager MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT Specialization in Interdisciplinary Studies in Management

Administrative Services Manager

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT Specialization in Marketing

Market Research Analyst and Marketing Specialist

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT Specialization in Nonprofit and Association Management

Fundraiser

General and Operations Manager Management Analyst

Marketing Manager

Public Relations and Fundraising Manager Social and Community Service Manager

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT Specialization in Project Management

Administrative Services Manager

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT Specialization in Public Relations

Public Relations and Fundraising Manager

General and Operations Manager Management Analyst

Public Relations Specialist

* The Master of Arts in Teaching at UMUC does not grant teaching certification. However, successful completion of the program entitles a candidate to be recommended for Maryland teaching certification in specific subject areas. Learn more about the specific subject areas at www.umuc.edu/mat.

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HEALTHCARE AND SCIENCE

IT, COMPUTER SCIENCE, AND CYBERSECURITY

CAREER PATH

GRADUATE PROGRAM

CAREER PATH

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BIOTECHNOLOGY Specialization in Bioinformatics

Bioinformatics Technician

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN CYBERSECURITY MANAGEMENT AND POLICY

Computer Network Architect

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BIOTECHNOLOGY Specialization in Biosecurity and Biodefense

Bioinformatics Technician

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN CYBERSECURITY TECHNOLOGY

Computer Network Architect

GRADUATE PROGRAM

Bioinformatics Scientist Biomedical Engineer

Bioinformatics Scientist

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BIOTECHNOLOGY Specialization in Biotechnology Management

General and Operations Manager

Database Administrator Security Management Specialist

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN DIGITAL FORENSICS AND CYBER INVESTIGATION

Industrial Production Manager Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Manager

Information Security Analyst

Information Security Analyst

Intelligence Analyst Occupational Health and Safety Specialist

Intelligence Analyst

Forensic Science Technician Information Security Analyst Intelligence Analyst Security Management Specialist

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BIOTECHNOLOGY Specialization in Biotechnology Regulatory Affairs

Biomedical Engineer Regulatory Affairs Manager

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Specialization in Database Systems Technology

Business Continuity Planner

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT

Environmental Engineer

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Specialization in Homeland Security Management MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Specialization in Informatics

Computer and Information Research Scientist

Environmental Restoration Planner Environmental Scientist and Specialist

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION

Medical and Health Services Manager

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN HEALTH INFORMATICS ADMINISTRATION

Clinical Data Manager

Medical Records and Health Information Technician

Clinical Research Coordinator

Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Database Administrator Database Architect

Information Security Analyst Emergency Management Director

Computer Network Architect Computer Systems Analyst

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Specialization in Information Assurance

Computer and Information Research Scientist Computer Network Architect Network and Computer Systems Administrator

Medical and Health Services Manager Medical Records and Health Information Technician

Data Warehousing Specialist

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Specialization in Project Management

Computer and Information Systems Manager Information Technology Project Manager Software Developer, Systems Software

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Specialization in Software Engineering

Computer Programmer Software Developer, Applications Software Developer, Systems Software Software Quality Assurance Engineer and Tester Web Developer

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Specialization in Systems Engineering

Computer Systems Analyst Computer Systems Engineer and Architect Software Developer, Systems Software

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Specialization in Telecommunications Management

Computer Network Architect Computer Network Support Specialist Computer Systems Analyst Information Security Analyst Telecommunications Engineering Specialist

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