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Q. What career opportunities can I consider if I get a Master’s degree in Cybersecurity?
A. Cyber-attacks are frequent in organisations and there is a huge demand for well-qualified and skilled cybersecurity professionals. Having a Master’s degree from a highly ranked American university opens up several avenues in the field. Our program qualifies you for roles such as Cybersecurity Specialist, Security Architect, IT Security Consultant, Cryptographer, Cybersecurity Manager, Forensic Expert, Penetration Tester and more.
Q. How can I benefit from the Co-op program?
A. Enrolling for our Master’s degree through the Co-op program allows you to develop skills, explore career options and network with potential employers. It is a great way to put what you’ve learned into the class into action; and a great way to add value, real-world context to your classroom studies.
Q. I have never taken an online program. Will I be able to adapt?
A. Our online learning platform is user-friendly and easy to navigate. As a new student, you will have an opportunity to participate in an orientation session introducing you to the platform; and you will have access to technical assistance from 8 AM to 8 PM, Monday to Friday.
Q. If I enrol for an online program, will I get enough opportunities to meet faculty and fellow students in person?
A. Yes. You get regular opportunities to meet faculty and fellow students in-person through on-campus events like open houses, lectures, panel discussions, industry networking events, and student-faculty meetings.
Q. What career paths are open in the fields of Regulatory Affairs?
A. Ever-changing laws and regulations are driving demand for regulatory affairs professionals who can help companies effectively bring medical products to market. Our Master’s degree in Regulatory Affairs is designed to prepare you to manage regulatory activities and deepen your understanding of current regulations and their practical application in the development and commercialization of drugs, biologics, and medical device products. The program qualifies you for roles such as Regulatory Affairs Manager, Regional Regulatory Compliance and Enforcement Officer, Surgical Technician, Medical Device Reprocessing Technician, Quality and Regulatory Consultant and more.
Q. Am I eligible to apply for Northeastern’s Master’s degree in Regulatory Affairs?
A. Our Master’s degree in Regulatory Affairs is designed for individuals with a background in the life sciences. This can be demonstrated by a bachelors degree in pharmacy, biology, chemistry, physics, biochemistry, nursing, physical therapy, health law, or health policy. Applicants who do not hold such a degree, but who have more than two years of experience in a relevant industry, will also be considered.
Q. Can I work while studying for my Regulatory Science degree at the same time?
A. Many of our students work during the day and study during the evening and on weekends. Our flexible online course offerings make this easy to do. Students in the program also have the option of undertaking a full- or part-time co-op position during the course of their program.
Q. Is now a good time to get into the field of Project Management?
A. In a 2013 report, the Conference Board of Canada ranked Project Management and Supervision #9 in a list of jobs that employers expect to have difficulty filling. The Project Management Institute (PMI) estimates that by 2020, 15.7 million new project management roles will be created globally.
Q. What career paths are open to me with a Masters degree in Project Management?
A. Our program qualifies you for roles such as Project Management Lead, Project Manager, Project Manager, Project Coordinator, Project Analyst, Project Scheduler, and more.
Q. What’s the difference between a Masters in Project Management and an MBA?
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