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Cybersecurity & Risk Management

Build a foundational understanding of the principles, techniques and tools used to protect information systems and assets. The Cybersecurity and Risk Management minor prepares you for careers in information technology, finance, healthcare, government and law enforcement.

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Why Study Cybersecurity & Risk Management at EIU?

  • Build a foundational understanding of cybersecurity and risk management
  • Complement a wide range of majors in 21 hours
  • Prepare for careers in information technology, finance, healthcare, government and law enforcement
  • Pursue roles such as cybersecurity analyst, risk analyst or compliance officer
"From the moment I stepped onto campus, every professor, staff member, and student I encountered treated me with such genuine warmth and respect, as if I were already a valued member of their community. Despite not having officially joined the EIU family, I immediately felt a deep sense of belonging. The atmosphere was one of comfort and inclusivity, where everyone seemed genuinely invested in my success and well-being."
Abbey McCord
Cybersecurity & Risk Management | Class of 2025
Abbey McCord, Cybersecurity & Risk Management at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Apply risk management concepts to your own field
  • Learn alongside other students interested in security
  • Study the principles, techniques and tools used to protect information systems
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Hands-On Experience, Cybersecurity & Risk Management students at EIU

What You'll Learn

The Cybersecurity & Risk Management minor gives you a foundational understanding of the principles, techniques and tools needed to protect information systems and assets from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification or destruction.

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3617 Lumpkin Hall
217-581-2227
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Austin Cheney
Dean, Lumpkin College of Business and Technology
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Head of Panther Pride
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