M.S. in Information Security (MSIS)
MS35 Curriculum
The following curriculum applies to MSIS students starting their INI program in the 2023-24 academic year (MS35 cohort).
Core Courses [75-78 units]
SYSTEMS CORE (12 UNITS):
- Choose One:
14-642: Introduction to Embedded Systems
14-736: Distributed Systems: Techniques, Infrastructure, and Services
15-605: Operating System Design and Implementation
15-746/18-746: Storage Systems
15-640: Distributed Systems
NETWORKING CORE (12 UNITS):
- Choose One:
14-740: Fundamentals of Telecommunications and Computer Networks
14-760: Advanced Real-World Data Networks
18-756: Packet Switching and Computer Networks
15-641: Networking and the Internet
SECURITY CORE (24 UNITS):
- 12 Units: 14-741: Introduction to Information Security
- 12 Units: Choose One:
14-742: Security in Networked Systems
14-735: Secure Coding
14-828: Browser Security
18-731: Network Security
18-732: Secure Software Systems
18-733: Applied Cryptography
18-734: Foundation of Privacy
BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT CORE (12 UNITS):
- Choose either:
14-817: Cyber Risk Modeling
OR both of:
14-782: Information Security Risk Management I
14-788: Information Security Policy and Management
MSIS DEGREE-SPECIFIC CORE (12 UNITS):
One additional graduate-level security course. Please review the MSIS Core Courses list on the Course List page for pre-approved graduate security courses.
ACADEMIC & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 1 ( 3 UNITS):
- 14-601: Academic & Professional Development 1
Program Electives [48 Units]
Fulfilled by courses in INI, Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE), School of Computer Science (SCS), Engineering & Public Policy (EPP), Entertainment Technology Center (ETC) or Integrated Innovation Institute (III), and/or approved courses in the Heinz College or Tepper School. Some exceptions apply.
Please note: depending on your study option, you may have additional requirements. Review the study options chart
Disclaimer:
The INI cannot guarantee that courses will be offered each semester or in a specific semester as advertised on this page. Students must refer to the 'Schedule of Classes' to determine course availability. The INI cannot guarantee that a student will be offered a seat in a specific course. These apply to courses at the INI as well as other departments at Carnegie Mellon. In addition, it is the sole responsibility of the student to read and understand the following information regarding this program and its requirements. Should an individual have any further questions, they are encouraged to contact INI Academic Affairs and Student Services team at ini-academic@andrew.cmu.edu for assistance.