Cyber Conflict and International Security Graduate Certificate

Strategy and policy in the digital battlespace

Expand your strategic insights in cyber national security, deterrence and conflict.

Keep up with the changing cyber landscape's impact on war, national security policies and the nature of global conflict.

Why earn a graduate certificate in cyber conflict and international security at Missouri State?

Set your own pace

You can finish this certificate in as little as one semester or one academic year. Start in the fall or spring. Take seated or online classes, or both.

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More bang for your buck

Upon completing the cyber conflict and international security graduate certificate, you can apply your credits toward a master's or doctorate in defense and strategic studies.

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Strategic insight that fits your budget

Earn this 12-hour, graduate-level certificate online for about $1,900 per course.

DSS 601: Seminar on Nuclear Strategy and Arms Control
DSS 701: Assessing and Understanding Cybersecurity Risk
DSS 730: Cyber Conflict and International Security
DSS 734: National Security and the Fourth Industrial Revolution

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Grow your skills for advanced roles

This certificate is a great career enhancer for early to mid-career professionals. Improve your job options in government, the private sector and more.