The MS in Computer Information Systems<\/a> concentration in Digital Forensics provides essential training in investigating digital crime scenes, recovering and analyzing electronic evidence, and supporting cybersecurity and legal teams. You will gain comprehensive knowledge of digital crime scene investigation that can be applied across civil, criminal, or administrative cases\u2014preparing you for IT leadership positions and artificial intelligence-integrated positions in all sectors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Digital Forensics curriculum covers forensic policies and procedures, digital investigation practices, data recovery, and forensic analysis tools. You will develop the analytical, investigative, and reporting skills essential for careers in diverse sectors such as healthcare, finance, government, technology, and telecommunications, and will be equipped to collect credible digital evidence and serve as an expert witness in legal proceedings. Career paths include digital forensics investigator, incident response analyst, cybersecurity consultant, SOC analyst, threat intelligence analyst, legal and eDiscovery specialist, and many others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The MS in Computer Information Systems, Digital Forensics concentration is also available on campus in Boston. Learn more.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n A total of 32 units is required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Students must complete the core courses and Digital Forensics concentration requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n All students are enrolled in the following free, online, non-unit preparatory labs designed to strengthen their academic foundation and serve as a key resource for the degree program. Requirements for completion are assessed during the application process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n (Four courses\/16 units)<\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the following:<\/p>\n\n\nCurriculum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Core Courses<\/h3>