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Study it & computer science online with Macquarie University through Open Universities Australia. Explore all degrees, subjects and short courses now.

This degree was previously titled the Master of Cyber Security.Cyber security analysis is an area of strategic priority for Australia. There is a current and growing demand in government, business and research institutions for graduates with specialised knowledge in cyber security analysis. The Master of Cyber Security Analysis (OUA) aims to supply the next generation of policy and strategic thinkers in cyber security analysis. That is, the emphasis of this course is on the policy dimension of cyber security, rather than on the technical aspects. In studying this course you will enhance your employability in this rapidly evolving job market for cyber security, as this course is tailored to directly addressing the cyber security skills gap in Australia and overseas.

Help public and private organisations cope with increasing levels of cyber crime. Respond to simulated cyber security threats. Choose from specialisations including cyber security analysis, cyber governance and management and 'Internetworking'.

Master of Cyber Security Analysis

The world’s biggest companies are increasingly using business analytics to help them measure their past performance, improve efficiency, increase profits and innovate. Those with skills in data-driven decision-making and problem solving – who can visualise findings and tell stories with data – are in demand in all industries, both in Australia and across the globe.The flexible Graduate Certificate of Applied Business Analytics has a strong focus on practical and real-world applications of business analytics tools and techniques. You’ll develop your knowledge of computer programming, databases, applied statistics and machine learning techniques applied to big data. You’ll apply data modelling and forecasting methods for analysing data from various sources. And you’ll become adept at recognising the importance of ethical reasoning in the solution of analytics-related problems.Key Features<ul><li>Examine the three key categories of contemporary analytics - Learn how to apply descriptive, predictive and prescriptive techniques to solve business problems.</li><li> Study 100 per cent online for maximum flexibility - Gain a professional qualification while studying online, and fit your studies around your work and life commitments.</li><li> Get the skills you right need now or ladder up to a master degree - Gain credit towards Australia’s longest-running Master of Business Analytics, which is ranked in the top 100 in the world.</li><li> Build practical capabilities alongside theoretical knowledge - Focus on real-world applications of business analytics tools and techniques.</li></ul>

Develop programming, database, and statistics skills. You’ll explore machine learning techniques applied to big data. Use data to problem solve and make decisions. Visualise and tell stories. Get the right skills for an evolving IT industry.

Graduate Certificate of Applied Business Analytics

Australia and Cyber Intelligence

Scientific Computing

Cyber Crime and Cyber Policing

Applied Cyber Security

This subject introduces essential concepts and techniques of computing for conducting science, with special emphasis on the preparation and manipulation of data. We discuss the role of computers and computing tools in science and focus on the use of spreadsheets and other data manipulation tools. This subject introduces vital skills for tertiary learning and explores their relationship to success in future careers.

Build data and IT skills that you’ll use throughout your science degree and career. You’ll learn how to collect, prepare, and process data using computers. See how spreadsheets can enhance the efficiency and accuracy of your scientific research.

The subject was formerly known as PICX950 Strategic Simulation
This subject provides students with an opportunity to apply the knowledge they have gain throughout their program of study to a real world crisis. By participating in a dynamic simulation, students will be required to solve problems and find solutions to real world challenges. Students will be assigned to an executive team that includes students with different skill sets and knowledge. These executive teams may include strategists, intelligence analysts, criminologists, counter terrorism experts, and cyber security analysts. Depending on their specialization, students will take one of these roles. Their mission will be to formulate solutions by employing the academic, research and analytical skills they acquired throughout their program. The student will be required to make policy recommendations based on his assessment of the situation.

Immerse yourself in a simulated mission and experience teamwork behind the scenes of a crisis. Choose your intelligence professional role—from cyber terrorism analyst to criminologist and more. Put the theory you’ve learnt during your studies into practice. 

Strategic Simulation

This subject is previously known as PICX849 Cyber Policing and Intelligence in AustraliaCyberspace has become a major site for different forms of warfare and coercion, ranging from cyber disruption, through information compromise, all the way to covert information operations on a national level. In this unit students learn how robust cyber intelligence can be used to enhance the often-reactive posture of cyber security. This includes understanding the role of cyber intelligence and counterintelligence within the broad, integrated configuration of cyber-security. Students will learn fundamental intelligence collection and analysis principles and apply them to a cyber-security context.

Examine cyber policing from an intelligence-led policing perspective by looking at cybercrime, jurisdictions and extradition, information sharing, collaboration and cyber policing challenges

This subject is previously known as PICX848 Applied Cyber Security.
In today’s world, organisations must be able to protect and defend against threats in cyberspace. This subject provides a solid understanding of the theory and practice used to manage information security on computer systems and networks. Students will be exposed to multiple cyber security technologies, processes and procedures, learn how to analyse threats, vulnerabilities and risks present in these environments, and develop appropriate strategies to mitigate potential cyber security problems. Topics include: an overview of computer and communications security, risk assessment, human factors, identification and authentication, access controls, malicious software, software security and legal and ethical issues. Students will have the opportunity to use tools and software commonly used to attack/protect networks  in order to develop workplace skills. .

Gain an overview of communications security, risk assessment, human factors, authentication, malicious software, software security and legal and ethical issues for a comprehensive understanding of cyber security threats.

The unit was previously known as PICX840 Cyber Crime and Cyber Policing
Cybercrime refers to an array of criminal activity including offences against computer data and systems, computer-related offences, content offences, and copyright offences. While early computer hackers were more interested in youthful exploration, modern cybercrime is increasingly about criminal profit and this is reflected in the involvement of transnational organised crime groups. This subject will provide students with detailed understanding about the different types of cybercrime, the perpetrators, and investigation techniques.

Investigate the motivations, methodology and the victims of cyber crime by studying past and current cyber threats and future trends in high tech crime. Follow the involvement of transnational organised crime groups and profit trails. 

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