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Expand your knowledge and skills in cybersecurity with a focus on both the fundamentals of cybersecurity and practical security skills. Explore a rigorous curriculum that covers threats, approaches, legal aspects and business perspectives. The certificate program consists of 18 credit hours.

Gain a foundation in the knowledge and skills needed to analyze and present data, including understanding the basics of database management and data visualization. You'll also develop a solid understanding of the ethical issues involved with data collection and use. Grow your skills further in your area of study with two elective courses in a wide variety of topics.

Expand or transition your career as a data analyst, researcher, consultant, or enter an education-related field to make more effective use of data. The certificate consists of 13 credit hours.

Gain an understanding of both psychological research and design toward user-friendly/user-centered practices and approaches in the design, development and analysis of software, hardware and other technology-based applications. It involves designing, researching and programming technological interfaces and products in a way that is easy and intuitive for people to adapt to and use. The Design and Psychology curriculum integrates software skills with creative decision-making as well as integrating human perspective into the design process.

Prepare to become an effective and engaging communicator in digital spaces, producing engaging and interactive websites and videos, and evaluating their impact. Learn to apply these skills in various fields such as promotional communication, corporate communication, political communication, public affairs, advocacy for non-profits and journalism. The certificate program consists of five courses totaling 13 credits.