With three National Center of Academic Excellence designations, Utica’s BS in Cybersecurity arms you with the skills to defend information systems and networks from cyber attacks. The program’s industry-specific coursework focuses on cybersecurity strategy and critical software installation development.

 

The 120 credit online BS in Cybersecurity degree is eligible for completion by first time freshman, as well as those transferring in credits towards earning their BS degree.

Four Specializations Offered

1. Network Forensics and Intrusion Investigation
2. Information Assurance
3. Cybercrime and Fraud Investigation
4. Cyber Operations

Average Job Growth and Salary*
Information Security Analysts – 28 percent growth from 2016 through 2026, earning $98,350 in May 2018.
* The U.S. Department of Labor

Utica College’s online BS in Criminal Justice degree develops your abilities to prevent criminal behavior, catch criminals, rehabilitate offenders, and build a system where justice and rights are continually served. As crimes become more sophisticated with the use of technology, and policy and laws change, the demand for criminal justice professionals with specialized skill sets increases. Utica’s BS in Criminal Justice reflects the world’s current need for diverse crime-fighting and prevention professionals.
 

To meet the new demands of the industry, the BS CJ program’s six specializations provide focused knowledge and experiential coursework that align to your career goals — you’ll be expertly prepared to step into a core criminal justice role.

• Public Policy & Leadership
• Legal Issues in Criminal Justice
• Cyber Criminology & Policy
• Homeland Security
• White-Collar Crime
• General

BS in Criminal Intelligence Analysis

Crime analysts lower the rate of violent crimes — like gun, gang and drug activities — using data-driven strategies to analyze patterns in crime and disorder without ever having to physically chase down a criminal.  In under two years, you’ll learn the data-driven strategies that make you a top-rated crime analyst, in an expert-led curriculum, without having to leave your home or your current job.

 

You’ll Uncover Criminal Patterns To:

• Predict and stop criminal activity
• Guide public policy to permanently reduce crime rates
• Solve critical cases
• Improve the use of police resources through strategic-allocation recommendations

 

You’ll Be Well Prepared to Pursue Crime Analyst Certification

Earning your BS in Criminal Intelligence Analysis at Utica College delivers the education you need to successfully prepare for the Certified Crime Analyst exam in NY. It also builds the foundation in education and work experience you need to become a Certified Law Enforcement Analyst through the International Association of Crime Analysts (IACA) or a Criminal Intelligence Certified Analyst (CICA) through the International Association of Law Enforcement Intelligence Analysts. 

Develop both defensive and offensive strategies to address existing and emerging cyber security issues from a legal, ethical, diplomatic, economic, social, and cultural perspective.

• Prepares cybersecurity, and policy professionals to understand present and future challenges in responsible oversight of cybersecurity policy and practices
• Provides an understanding of Cyberspace Law, public policy, cyber espionage, cyber war and deterrence and international relations
• Learn both defensive and offensive tactics, procedures, and adversarial access methods, infiltration and exfiltration of information and the policy, legal and ethical considerations

Average Job Growth and Salary*
Information Security Analysts – 18 percent growth from 2014 through 2024, earning $90,120 as of 2015.
* The U.S. Department of Labor

Outsmart hackers and cyber criminals with a cyber security master’s degree from a college endorsed by the National Security Agency (NSA), Department of Homeland Security, and the EC-Council. Receive hands on experience in cyber intelligence, critical infrastructures, and cybercrime investigative principles.

Five Specializations Offered

1. Cyber Intelligence
2. Computer Forensics
3. Cyber Operations
4. Malware Analysis
5. Electronic Crime

Average Job Growth and Salary*
Information Security Analysts – 18 percent growth from 2014 through 2024, earning $90,120 as of 2015.
* The U.S. Department of Labor

Utica College also offers several undergraduate and graduate Cybersecurity Certificates that provide students with an understanding of the tools and techniques used to actively protect cyberspace systems and networks.

Each certificate is 18 credits and can be completed in as few as 12 months. The cybersecurity certificates help to prepare students to take advantage of testing for professional certifications, such as CompTIA A+ and CompTIA Security+. In addition, these credits seamlessly transfer into an advanced degree at Utica College:

• Cybersecurity Technologies Certificate
• Cyber Crime and Fraud Investigation Certificate
• Cyber Network Defense Certificate
• Computer Forensics Certificate of Advanced Studies
• Cyber Operations Certificate of Advanced Studies
• Cyber Policy Certificate of Advanced Studies
• Monitoring, Surveillance, and Intelligence Operations Certificate of Advanced Studies

Information is power—but only if you can use it effectively. Learn how to understand and analyze data to gain valuable insights that can lead to creative solutions and positive change for business, health care, education, and more with the online MS in Data Science.

 

Five Specializations Offered

• Business Analytics
• Cybersecurity
• Social Science Analytics
• Financial Crime
• General

Gain the skills, tools, and evidence-gathering techniques to excel in fraud detection and financial crime investigation. The curriculum supports your preparation for the Certified Fraud Exam (CFE) and the Certified Anti-money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) Exam.

The 120 credit online BS in Fraud and Financial Crime Investigation degree is eligible for completion by first time freshman, as well as those transferring in credits towards earning their BS degree.

Two Specializations Offered

1. Financial Investigation
2. Fraud Prevention and Detection

Average Job Growth and Salary*
Financial Examiners – 10 percent growth from 2016 through 2026, earning $80,180 as of May 2018.
* The U.S. Department of Labor

Prepare to lead organizations in emerging areas such as financial crimes and digital forensics. The online format allows you to complete coursework on your schedule and earn your degree in as little 24 months.

Program Highlights

• Rare, highly-marketable credential
• Practical, up-to-date curriculum with real-world application
• Supports preparation for the CFE Exam
• Personal attention from expert faculty
• Global networking opportunities

See below for blended MBA with additional specializations including Cybersecurity, Cyber Policy.

Win the fight against financial crime and advance your career with a master’s in fraud management. This online MS in Financial Crime and Compliance Management provides:

• Mastery of fraud and compliance risk management strategies
• Expertise in current economic crime challenges
• Strong aptitude in organizational theory, management, and legal issues
• Robust critical-thinking skills
• Ability to make decisions in high-pressure environments

Average Job Growth and Salary (2014) *
Financial Examiners – 10 percent growth, earning $76,310 as of 2015.
* The U.S. Department of Labor (2014 – 24)

Taught by expert faculty, Utica College offers several financial crime and fraud examination certificates that draw from a variety of disciplines, including criminal justice, ethics, compliance, and forensic accounting techniques to create a cutting edge approach to the study of the topic. Learn skills and techniques for gathering, analyzing, and preserving evidence related to economic and financial misdeeds.

Each certificate is 18 credits and you can graduate in as little as 12 months fully prepared for a dynamic career in the growing industry of prevention, detection, and investigation of white collar crimes. The fraud and financial crime certificates also help to prepare students to take advantage of testing for professional certifications, such as CAMS and CFE. In addition, these credits seamlessly transfer into an advanced degree at Utica College.

 

• Financial Crimes Investigator Certificate
• Financial Crime and Compliance Operations Certificate of Advanced Studies
• Organizational Risk Assessment and Management Certificate of Advanced Studies
• Regulatory and Compliance Assurance Certificate of Advanced Studies

Average Job Growth and Salary*
Financial Examiners – 10 percent growth from 2014 through 2024, earning $78,010 as of 2015.
* The U.S. Department of Labor

Gain the advanced skills critical to job performance and career advancement with an RN to BS accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org). This patient-centered degree features an innovative curriculum that is continuously updated, and covers contemporary healthcare topics.

Admission to the online RN to BS in Nursing degree (RN-BSN) requires an associate degree in nursing (ADN) from a regionally accredited program. The student must also have an active RN license or become licensed within 6 months of starting the program.

Program Focus Areas

• Nursing Management
• Clinical Pharmacology
• Community Health Nursing
• Health Assessment

Average Job Growth and Salary*
Registered Nurses – 16 percent growth from 2014 through 2024, earning $67,490 as of 2015.
* The U.S. Department of Labor

Earn your Nursing Home Administrators License* and a master’s degree in this transformative program that provides the tools and skills to improve health care from the executive level while still using a patient-centered approach.

Three Main Focus Areas

1. Acute Care
2. Service Organizations
3. Nursing Home Administration

 

*In some states, the program’s curriculum meets the course requirements for Nursing Home Administrator licensure. Potential applicants should check with their states' licensing agency or contact a program manager to verify the necessary coursework.

Average Job Growth and Salary*
Medical and Health Services Managers – 17 percent growth from 2014 through 2024, earning $94,500 as of 2015.
* The U.S. Department of Labor

Designed for licensed physical therapy professionals to advance their practice and enhance patient outcomes. Students may enter the program with either a certificate, bachelor's, or master's degree in physical therapy. The transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy builds on current expertise and provides the knowledge, skills, and critical thinking abilities to move beyond injury treatment and focus on all aspects of patient care. The Vision 2020 directive from the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) is for all physical therapy to be provided by Doctors of Physical Therapy by the year 2020. Utica’s transitional DPT program can be completed in 16 months.

Example Topics Covered

• Foundations of Autonomous Practice
• Prevention and Wellness
• Diagnostic Imaging

Average Job Growth and Salary*
Physical Therapists – 34 percent growth from 2014 through 2024, earning $84,020 as of 2014.
* The U.S. Department of Labor

Nursing Masters (FNP, Nursing Leadership, Nursing Education)

Qualify to earn more and work in roles beyond standard patient care with the advanced nursing skills our online Nursing Master’s offers. You can focus your career by choosing from three program options.

 

Nursing Master’s Offered

1. MS - Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), 48 credits
   Prepare for national certification through American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners National Certification Board (AANP).
   
   The FNP specialization mandates a 2-day immersion experience and 720 practicum hours, which can be applied towards the 1,000 hours required for a DNP degree.
    
2. MS - Nursing Leadership, 35 credits
   Prepare to become a Certified Nurse Manager and Leader (CNML) through American Organization of Nurse Executives (AONE).
   
   The Leadership curriculum requires 180 hours of practicum experience working with qualified nurse leaders.
    
3. MS - Nursing Education, 42 credits
   Prepare for Certification for Nurse Educators (CNE) through the National League for Nursing (NLN).
   
   The Education curriculum requires 180 hours of practicum experience working with qualified nurse educators.

 

You must be a licensed RN with a BSN/BS in Nursing degree from an accredited college to apply. Other admission requirements may apply.

 

Average Job Growth and Salary*

• FNPs earn an average salary of $100,910 and expect 31% job growth through 2026
• Nurse leaders earn well above 6 figures within a healthcare system:
  • CNO/CNE
    52% earn $250,000 or more
  • Nurse directors
    47% earn between $120,00 and $159,000
• Nurse Educators earn an average salary of $69,130 and expect employment to grow 24% through 2026

 

*Sources

• The U.S. Dept. of labor
• http://www.clinicaladvisor.com/2017-nurse-practitioner-and-physician-assistant-salary-survey/slideshow/4046/#1
• https://nursejournal.org/nurse-practitioner/7-future-job-trends-for-nurse-practitioners/
• https://nursejournal.org/nurse-practitioner/nurse-practitioner-salary-statistics/
• https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/hospital-management-administration/36-statistics-on-nurse-leader-salary-and-bonuses.html
• https://www.nursing.org/careers/nurse-educator/

Get the online MBA that yields outstanding results. With a strong focus on real-world application, each track provides flexible, tailored coursework based on your specific business interest and career aspirations. Blended learning options, featuring live classroom sessions, are available.

Specializations Offered

1. Finance/Accounting
2. Cybersecurity
3. Cyber Policy
4. Data Analytics
5. Entrepreneurship
6. Health Care Management
7. Insurance and Risk Management
8. General

Learn the accounting frameworks and best practices to prevent business problems, make data-driven decisions to ensure financial stability, and provide ethical accounting leadership in any public, private, or government organization with an M.S. in Accounting from Utica College.

 

As you develop your skills, you'll prepare for your CPA exam and complete 30 credit hours toward the academic course requirements for licensure as a CPA.

 

In as little as two years, graduate ready to use the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) to perform audits, methodically identify accounting problems, and clearly present solutions.

 

Average Job Growth and Salary

In 2017, accountants and auditors earned a median salary of $69,350, with the top 10 percent earning more than $122,220.

 

Opportunities in the field are expected to grow at a rate of 10 percent between 2016 and 2026. (Occupational Outlook Handbook, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2017)