This course provides an overview of analytical techniques for the documentation and evaluation of cybersecurity metrics, and the incorporation of such assessments in organizational risk management. Students will become familiar with methods for cybersecurity evaluation and the translational impacts to function and mission success of an organization (business, public administration, homeland security, etc.); as well as processes for security measurements, comparisons, and reassessments for purposes of risk management.

This course examines both private and public institutions as systems whose effectiveness depends on how an organization adapts to opportunities, threats, and demands (external and internal). Students explore the design and leadership of ethical and socially responsible organizations. In course examples and exercises, students will apply this knowledge to their respective research interests (e.g., cybersecurity, analytics, criminal justice, public health, etc.).

This capstone integrates all disciplines and competencies that have been learned in this degree program, plus the student's past experiences, areas of specialization, and professional goals, into a single work-based project, internship experience, or other appropriate activity. In consultation with an advisor, each student develops a project plan, establishes goals and objectives; collects and analyzes information; and prepares and delivers a final project agreed upon by the student and advisor.

This course is designed to give students a solid understanding of the experience in probability, and inferential statistics. The course provides a foundational understanding of statistical concepts and tools required for decision making in a data science, business, research or policy setting. The course uses case studies and requires extensive use of statistical software.