Secure the Future. Manage the Risk. Shape Tomorrow.
Earn your Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity and Risk Management at the Jindal School of Management, where technology meets leadership.
Program Overview
Protect, Analyze, Lead.
In today’s interconnected world, cybersecurity threats and organizational risks are widespread. The Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity and Risk Management at the University of Texas at Dallas prepares you to become a strategic thinker who understands technology and can navigate the complexities of managing risk in a global business environment.
This unique degree combines technical knowledge with essential business and risk management skills, equipping you with the tools to protect organizations, assess emerging threats, and support resilient decision-making.
- Integrated Focus: Acquire both technical cybersecurity skills and expertise in business risk management.
- Industry Connections: Leverage the thriving corporate network in the Dallas-Fort Worth area for internships and job opportunities.
- Hands-On Learning: Engage in simulations, real-world consulting projects, and practical cybersecurity exercises.
- Expert Faculty: Learn from professors with extensive experience in cybersecurity, insurance, risk management, and corporate governance.
- Career-Ready: Graduate equipped with the skills that employers seek in various industries, including finance, healthcare, and technology.
- Cybersecurity Fundamentals
- Basic Coding and Systems Architecture
- Risk Identification, Assessment, and Mitigation
- Regulatory Compliance
- Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Practices
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Communication and Leadership
- Ethical Frameworks
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Risk Management Specialist
- Compliance Analyst
- Information Security Consultant
- Cyber Risk Underwriter
- Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Analyst
- Business Continuity Specialist
- Enterprise Risk Analyst
Organizations in various sectors, including finance, insurance, technology, consulting, and government, are seeking cybersecurity and risk management professionals to enhance their security and drive growth.
- Introduction to Cybersecurity
- Coding Fundamentals for Risk Managers
- Cyber Risk Management and Assessment
- Enterprise Risk Management
- Business Continuity and Resilience
- Cybersecurity Law, Ethics, and Policy
- Cybersecurity Governance and Strategy
- Emerging Technologies and Risk Trends
Students benefit from:
- Internship and co-op opportunities with Fortune 500 companies
- Corporate-sponsored projects and case competitions
- Cybersecurity simulations and tabletop exercises
- Guest lectures from industry experts
- Networking events with Dallas-Fort Worth leaders in risk and cybersecurity
At UTD, your education doesn’t stay in the classroom — it’s integrated with real-world challenges and professional connections.