Course summary

Information Security Management is incredibly important for professionals in roles across varied specialisms at technical, regulatory and financial risk from technology. The key teaching areas of the programme are designed to prepare students and professionals for the management of information security in business environments. We’ll help you develop the expertise that is currently in demand, focusing on developing knowledge and skills for managing information securely in organisations. We do this through security, auditing, financial risk assessment of emerging technology and management of technical teams. The programme provides strategic understanding and decision-making in considering the adoption of blockchain technology. Why study MSc Information Security Management at Middlesex University? As information security management becomes more of a requirement across various industries, this programme is ideal for Computer Science undergraduates, as well as undergraduates in other subject areas interested in pursuing a career in information security and related fields. The course offers a combination of taught modules that are not available at other institutions. The teaching staff have strong links with industry for each module and subject to availability experts are invited to deliver guest lectures. You’ll have the opportunity to attain professional accreditations, but Industry partners may withdraw certifications or introduce charges for current free certifications. Course highlights We have strong links with industry and you’ll have the opportunity to engage with industry and develop your network. You’ll have the opportunities to learn from industry experts, who deliver experience, insight, and current thinking to address domain specific learning. Experts come from a diverse range of industries (law enforcement, compliance, audit and risk management, digital investigations, FinTech’s, RegTech’s, security). You’ll develop management knowledge to lead wide range of technical teams (including investigators, financial specialists, FinTech specialists, security teams). You’ll develop your critical, analytical and intellectual abilities by nurturing creative and independent thinking.