Cybersecurity Studies Minor
Overview
The Cybersecurity Studies Minor is an interdisciplinary program with coursework from three Faculties/Schools – The Faculty of Arts and Science (Department of Computer Science), the Faculty of Health and Community Studies (Department of Public Safety and Justice Studies), and the Triffo School of Business (Departments of Accounting and Finance, and Management and Organizations). The minor requires coursework in information security, cyber threat and risk assessment, cybersecurity and digital investigations, and introductory business and financial accounting. Integrating business courses into the cybersecurity studies program ensures that students are equipped to understand and address the broader business context in which cybersecurity operates. This is essential for effectively managing cyber risks and protecting an organization's interests.
The Cybersecurity Studies Minor is available to students in eligible degree programs. All students in the minor must complete the prerequisite course CMPT 101 or equivalent. The minor requires 18 senior-level credits. Students who use one or more of the required courses to fulfill requirements in their primary degree program must replace those courses by selecting from the Approved Course Substitutions list in the program of study, as required by their degree regulations.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Minor Requirements | ||
| ACCT 212 | Introductory Accounting | 3 |
| BUSN 101 | Introduction to Sustainable Business | 3 |
| CYCS 200 | Information Security, An Overview 1 | 3 |
| CYCS 300 | Introduction To Cyber Risk Management | 3 |
| CYJU 265 | Cybersecurity and Digital Investigations | 3 |
| or PSSC 265 | Cybersecurity and Digital Investigations | |
| CYJU 365 | Navigating the Future of Cybersecurity Investigations | 3 |
| or PSJS 365 | Navigating the Future of Cybersecurity Investigations | |
| Total Credits | 18 | |
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Approved Course Substitutions | ||
| Intermediate Financial Accounting I | ||
| Auditing | ||
| Computers and Society | ||
| Legal Evidence in Criminal Investigations | ||
| Business Law I | ||
| Legal Aspects of International Business | ||
| Entrepreneurship | ||
| Ethics | ||
| Deviance and Conformity | ||
| Criminology | ||
or CORR 110 | Introductory Criminology | |
| Globalization and Canadian Society | ||
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Students who take CMPT 280 (Introduction to Cybersecurity) cannot take CYCS 200. Instead, these students can choose from the Approved Course Substitutions list.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Explain how cybersecurity issues intersect with the justice system, including knowledge of cybercrime laws, regulations, and the legal procedures involved in prosecuting cybercriminals.
- Identify ethical dilemmas, consider various perspectives, and make decisions that prioritize justice, privacy, and digital security.
- Demonstrate an understanding of cyber threats and best practices for online safety, as well as tools and techniques for protecting personal and professional data.
- Conduct a cyber risk assessment and communicate actionable choices, including benefits and limitations, to executive decision-makers.
- Demonstrate a solid understanding of fundamental business concepts and functions, including business planning, management, ethics, entrepreneurship, and sustainability, providing a broader context for cybersecurity operations within business environments.