MBA with Cybersecurity Concentration Online
Blend business leadership with cybersecurity strategy. Gain the credentials to lead secure, tech-driven organizations through risk, compliance, and digital transformation.
Program Overview
Discover the benefits of our MBA in Cybersecurity
The MBA with Cybersecurity Concentration online program from Emporia State is designed for professionals ready to manage risk, compliance, and security governance. You will learn how to develop cybersecurity policies, lead incident response, and align security initiatives with company goals.
While deepening your foundational business expertise, this program focuses on leadership, strategic planning, and fostering a culture of security within organizations. You’ll also gain access to valuable industry connections through ESU’s Cybersecurity Research and Outreach Center (CyROC), a dedicated networking hub that connects students with cybersecurity professionals and employers.
In this online MBA with Cybersecurity Concentration program, you will:
- Develop and implement cybersecurity governance frameworks aligned with strategic business goals and regulatory requirements (GDPR, HIPAA, NIST, ISO)
- Assess, communicate, and strategically manage cybersecurity risks to support business continuity, compliance, and organizational resilience
- Lead cybersecurity incident response initiatives effectively, managing crises, coordinating stakeholders, and driving continuous improvement efforts
- Create, foster, and sustain a cybersecurity-aware organizational culture through effective leadership, communication, and change management strategies
- Ensure organizational compliance with cybersecurity regulations and successfully navigate internal and external audits through proactive governance and strategic preparation
- Coursework is designed to help students prepare for professional certifications, including CISM (Certified Information Security Manager), CRISC (Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control), and CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor)
- Develop and implement cybersecurity governance frameworks aligned with strategic business goals and regulatory requirements (GDPR, HIPAA, NIST, ISO)
- Assess, communicate, and strategically manage cybersecurity risks to support business continuity, compliance, and organizational resilience
- Lead cybersecurity incident response initiatives effectively, managing crises, coordinating stakeholders, and driving continuous improvement efforts
- Create, foster, and sustain a cybersecurity-aware organizational culture through effective leadership, communication, and change management strategies
- Ensure organizational compliance with cybersecurity regulations and successfully navigate internal and external audits through proactive governance and strategic preparation
- Coursework is designed to help students prepare for professional certifications, including CISM (Certified Information Security Manager), CRISC (Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control), and CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor)
This AACSB-accredited online MBA program prepares you for roles such as:
- Cybersecurity Manager
- Information Security Manager
- Security Governance and Compliance Manager
- Risk and Compliance Manager
- Cybersecurity Program Manager
- Incident Response Manager
- IT Risk Manager
- Cybersecurity Policy Analyst
- Cybersecurity Consultant (Managerial Level)
- Cybersecurity Manager
- Information Security Manager
- Security Governance and Compliance Manager
- Risk and Compliance Manager
- Cybersecurity Program Manager
- Incident Response Manager
- IT Risk Manager
- Cybersecurity Policy Analyst
- Cybersecurity Consultant (Managerial Level)
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Accreditation
The Emporia State University School of Business and Technology is accredited by AACSB International (AACSB).
Tuition
Learn about our affordable per-credit tuition
At ESU we strive to offer the best educational value to our students and are competitive both regionally and nationally in tuition and fees. Tuition for the MBA with Cybersecurity Concentration online degree program is the same for in-state and out-of-state students. All fees are included.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program* |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA – Cybersecurity | $363 | $1,089 | $11,979 |
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
Flexible start dates to fit your schedule
The MBA with Cybersecurity Concentration program is delivered in an online format ideal for working professionals, conveniently featuring six start dates each year. Choose the start date that's best for you.
| 7 week courses | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Due |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2026, Session I | 1/20/26 | 1/6/26 | 1/9/26 | 1/13/26 | 1/16/26 |
| Spring 2026, Session II | 3/23/26 | 3/9/26 | 3/12/26 | 3/16/26 | 3/19/26 |
| Summer 2026, Session I | 5/18/26 | 5/4/26 | 5/7/26 | 5/11/26 | 5/14/26 |
| Summer 2026, Session II | 7/6/26 | 6/22/26 | 6/25/26 | 6/29/26 | 7/1/26 |
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Admissions
Take the next step in your career with our MBA – Cybersecurity
To apply for the MBA with Cybersecurity Concentration online, you must hold a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited (or equivalent) institution.
Admission Requirements:
- Official transcripts from all colleges and universities previously attended
- Undergraduate degree from an accredited institution
- 3.0 GPA on undergraduate coursework
MBA with Cybersecurity Concentration Online Admission Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited (or equivalent) institution
- GPA of 3.0 or higher (4.0 system) cumulative or in the last 60 semester hours of study
- Coursework completed toward a master’s program may be included in the most recent 60 hours
- Minimum GPA of 2.65 may be considered
- Official transcripts from all previously attended institutions
Applicants with a 2.65 to 2.99 GPA may be admitted if other factors point to likely success in the program. Some categories that will highlight potential for success include:
- 3 or more years of experience managing technology resources
- 2-4 years of work experience or study in a field that includes quantitative analysis
Official transcripts from all institutions attended can be submitted via a secure electronic service offered by the issuing institution to [email protected] or by selecting Emporia State University on the transcript request form, mailed (or overnighted) to:
Emporia State University
Graduate School
Room 313 Plumb Hall
1 Kellogg Circle
Emporia, KS 66801
Students who have obtained a degree from a foreign university/college must have a transcript evaluation from a recommended external source that is a member of NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services). Students will not be allowed to enroll until the evaluation has been received in the Graduate School.
Have a question? Call us at 800-721-2248.
Courses
Find out how you will enhance your skills in our MBA, Cybersecurity Concentration program
The MBA, Cybersecurity Concentration online curriculum is comprised of 11 courses (33 credit hours), including 24 credit hours of core courses and 9 credit hours of concentration courses. If you don't hold an undergraduate business degree, you may have to take a series of IVY modules and achieve a minimum grade of 80% in order to graduate (Financial Accounting AC843, Managerial Accounting AC844, Business Math and Statistics BU820, Fundamentals of Economics BC807, Understanding Corporate Finance FI850).
*Tuition is subject to change on an annual basis.
