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The online Master of Science in Cybersecurity (MSCY) program is designed to prepare a new generation of cybersecurity professionals with both the technical skills and theoretical knowledge to address evolving challenges and security threats by University of Nevada, Reno.
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According to a 2018 study from Juniper Research, there will be more than 33 million global data breaches by 2023 — half of which will occur in the U.S. — and data breaches are only one of a myriad of cybercrimes threatening governments, business and individuals worldwide.* As our dependence on technology increases, so does our vulnerability to cybercrimes and attacks.
The cybersecurity market is expected to grow from $75 billion in 2015 to $170 billion by 2020.** The top 6 industries targeted by cyberattacks in 2018 were***:
- Business
- Health Care
- Financial Services
- Government Agencies
- Higher Education
- Utilities *
As a National Tier 1 University (U.S. News & World Report) and an R1 Carnegie Classification research institution, the University of Nevada, Reno has the access, expertise and experience to develop highly proficient cybersecurity experts.
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