Cyber-Physical Systems MS (Silicon Valley) at Northeastern University

Network and telecommunications systems are the backbone of the information age. They include systems we use every day, such as the internet, text messaging, and watching TV. Their main goal is to send a message from one point to another without losing or changing the message.

Professionals in the field design and manage networks. They keep up with technology trends and adapt networks to meet current needs.

The Network and Telecommunications Management major studies the theory and application of cutting-edge technology. We also cover policy issues dealing with data, image, video, and voice delivery. Understanding these policies is essential when designing and managing networks.

Protect businesses in a complex digital world.

In an increasingly interconnected world, businesses are searching for qualified cybersecurity professionals who can protect the confidential data and reputations of domestic and multinational organisations. And with a job growth rate that’s more than three times the national average*, there’s never been a better time to join this in-demand field.

Learn how to shield businesses from cybercrime and malicious online threats with La Trobe's Bachelor of Cybersecurity and Bachelor of Commerce.

Build your career in cybersecurity, business analysis and strategic communications, while you benefit from industry-based projects and mentoring opportunities with major corporations.

Strengthen your double degree with a choice of commerce majors, including accounting, economics, finance, management or marketing.

You'll learn from globally recognised teaching staff in world-class facilities. Our Cyber Security Research Hub was developed in collaboration with Optus Business and is proudly one of the largest cybersecurity research hubs in Victoria.

Cybersecurity professionals protect data in computers and networks from crimes such as hacking and data theft.

Illinois State’s Cybersecurity major focuses on security basics, cryptography, ethical hacking, security defenses, and forensics. It covers current tools and techniques, and managing security risks.

To be successful in these areas, you'll get a background in programming and networking as well as basic knowledge of computer hardware and systems software.