Online Programs

Cybercrime

Master of Science

Fully Online Program
30 Total Credits
$917 per Credit Hour
18 monthsMinimum

Become a digital crime fighter

University of Detroit Mercy's Master of Science in Cybercrime combines criminal justice studies with aspects of cybersecurity to provide a deeper understanding of digital forensics, cyber defense operations and computer networking for those coming from law enforcement, legal and private sector operational security backgrounds.

Critical Need

Internet-based crime is one of the fastest-growing security threats in the United States. The proliferation of crime perpetuated using the Internet and technology requires individuals to have both knowledge and capabilities in criminal justice and the technical abilities of cybersecurity to identify, respond and effectively handle data and countermeasures necessary to assist in the prosecution of cybercriminals.

Commitment to High Standards

The program is aligned with both the FBI and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's national cybersecurity strategies. In addition, to ensure the highest standards of quality, several sources were referenced for curriculum design including the National Security Agency and U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD), The Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA), Education for Justice (E4J) Initiative and U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ).

Unique Approach

Detroit Mercy's Master of Science in Cybercrime utilizes a unique approach with interdisciplinary collaboration between the University's Department of Criminal Justice and Department of Cybersecurity & Information Systems. Instruction is delivered via synchronous and asynchronous courses and may include video lectures and presentations, practice-based exercises and teaching modules.

Degree Requirements

Students enrolled in this program must successfully complete the required 10 courses representing 30 credit hours. This program is available online only.

To learn more or request information, email: clae@udmercy.edu.

Learning Outcomes

Learning outcomes will be assessed through use of hands-on, experiential learning technical lab assignments, exams, service-learning assignments, individual and group projects, written reports and a comprehensive research project that will require students to demonstrate the cumulative knowledge, skills and abilities learned throughout the program.

  1. Possess the capacity to evaluate, develop, and implement a legally sufficient and technology-based solution(s) to address cybercrime requirements in the context of the disciplinary standards of criminal justice, cybersecurity and digital forensics.
  2. Have the ability to identify an emerging cybercrime threat, then analyze, develop and implement an appropriate law enforcement response and technology-based solution, focused on prevention, response, mitigation and resolution.
  3. Demonstrate the ability to apply law enforcement and cybersecurity principles and practices in both the physical and cyberspace environments, while recognizing the human, social and economic impacts of the cybercrime threat.
  4. Demonstrate the capacity to analyze and evaluate cybercrime threats with respect to developing, implementing and maintaining best operational practices in order to address the presence of risks and threats.
  5. Develop critical thinking skills, analytic competencies, problem solving and professional abilities to be proficient in the arena related to prevention, mitigation, enforcement, investigation and prosecution of cybercrime.

 

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Charles Wilson E. Program Advisor 313-578-0364 wilsonce@udmercy.edu

Charles E. Wilson has more than 28 years of public safety experience, which included tenures as both the City of Detroit's Chief of Police and Executive Fire Commissioner. Wilson's police specialties included combating gang crime, narcotic enforcement, surveillance and intelligence tactics, and investigative techniques. In addition, he served more than 35 years in the U.S. Army and Army Reserve as a commissioned officer where he achieved and retired at the rank of Major General. His combined law enforcement and military careers have provided him with a unique blend of professional experience, expert knowledge and extensive leadership skills in the areas of police administration and military affairs.

Degree Requirements - Master of Science in Cybercrime (30 credits)

Students enrolled in this program must successfully complete the required 10 courses representing 30 credit hours. This program is available online only.

Required Courses

CIS 5570 Networks 3 cr.
CYBE 5730 Cyberlaw 3 cr.
CYCR 5100 Contemporary Aspects of Cybersecurity and Criminal Justice 3 cr.
CYCR 5200 Digital Forensics Criminal Investigations 3 cr.
CYCR 5300 Cyber Risk Management 3 cr.
CYCR 5400 Contemporary Study and Research in Cyber Criminology 3 cr.
CYCR 5465 Contemporary and Critical Issues in Cybercrime 3 cr.
CYCR 5550 Contemporary Issues in Cyber Intelligence Techniques and Practices 3 cr.
CYCR 5560 Cyber Terrorism, Cyber Threats, and Information Assurance 3 cr.
CYCR 5770 Cyber Defense Operations 3 cr.

Curriculum Plan

Catalog Year Course Rotation

Year 1

Fall

CYCR 5100 Contemporary Aspects of Cybersecurity and Criminal Justice 3 cr.
CYCR 5200 Digital Forensics Criminal Investigations 3 cr.

Winter

CYCR 5300 Cyber Risk Management 3 cr.
CYCR 5770 Cyber Defense Operations 3 cr.

Summer

CYCR 5550 Contemporary Issues in Cyber Intelligence Techniques and Practices 3 cr.

Year 2

Fall

CYBE 5730 Cyberlaw 3 cr.
CYCR 5560 Cyber Terrorism, Cyber Threats, and Information Assurance 3 cr.

Winter

CYCR 5570 Networks 3 cr.
CYCR 5465 Contemporary and Critical Issues in Cybercrime 3 cr.

Summer

CYCR 5400 Contemporary Study and Research in Cyber Criminology 3 cr.

Total: 30 credit hours

 
Course descriptions can be found in the graduate Catalog, linked here.

Admissions Criteria

Admissions Requirements

Applicants must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college and must have demonstrated intellectual competence for graduate study. Selection is based on such factors as previous academic records (expected 3.0 GPA) and/or relevant experience. Acceptance on probationary status is allowed in some cases where academic standards are not fully met but competence has been indicated by the level of the applicant's professional advancement.

How to Apply

Apply using Detroit Mercy's online portal at udmercy.edu/apply. That will create your account to which you can upload all of your application materials.

If you have questions about the application process, please contact Jennifer Goethals, Graduate Admissions, goethajm@udmercy.edu.

 

Applicants must:

  • Submit all transcripts from previous schools
  • Submit a statement of purpose
  • Submit three letters of recommendation
  • Submit a resume

Note: Applicants do not need to submit GRE scores as part of the application requirements. If scores are submitted they will be reviewed as part of the admission review process