Cybersecurity Law, Policy, and Management Graduate Certificate 

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Next Application Deadline:
November 1, 2025
Credit hours: 15
Next Term Start Date:
January 12, 2026

Advance your career with Ohio State’s online certificate in cybersecurity law, policy and management.

As digital threats evolve, cybersecurity has emerged as a challenge that involves not just technology, but also law, policy and management. The graduate certificate in Cybersecurity Law, Policy and Management (CLPM) from The Ohio State University equips you with the interdisciplinary knowledge and skills to lead in this critical field.

Designed for working professionals, this 15-credit, fully online graduate certificate can be completed in as little as three semesters or 1 year.

Whether you’re a manager, technologist, attorney or recent graduate, this program prepares you to navigate the complex legal and policy landscape of cybersecurity while implementing effective organizational strategies.

Why choose Ohio State for Cybersecurity Law and Policy?

When you choose Ohio State, you’re joining a university with nationally recognized leaders in both public affairs and law. The online Cybersecurity Law, Policy and Management Graduate Certificate was developed in collaboration with the John Glenn College of Public Affairs and the Moritz College of Law, ranked #16 and #28 respectively by U.S. News & World Report in 2025. This unique program brings together top-tier faculty and interdisciplinary expertise to deliver a program that blends data, software and systems security with relevant legal, policy and management perspectives. As the only online certificate of its kind in Ohio, the CLPM program offers a flexible, fully online format designed for working professionals who want to advance their careers in a growing field. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Related Programs

Accelerate your career with one of our other public affairs programs. All certificate credits transfer into either the Master of Public Administration or the Master of Public Administration and Leadership program. Law course credits in this program are 100% transferable to the Master in the Study of Law degree, along with up to 6 other credits. Whether you’re exploring professional development opportunities or building a strong foundation for a master’s degree, our programs offer in-demand skills in a flexible format.

Related Programs

Accelerate your career with one of our other public affairs programs. All certificate credits transfer into either the Master of Public Administration or the Master of Public Administration and Leadership program. Law course credits in this program are 100% transferable to the Master in the Study of Law degree, along with up to 6 other credits. Whether you’re exploring professional development opportunities or building a strong foundation for a master’s degree, our programs offer in-demand skills in a flexible format.

Academic Calendar

You can enroll in the Cybersecurity Law, Policy, and Management Graduate Certificate year-round. Start your program in Spring, Summer, or Autumn with application deadlines in November, March, and June.

Academic Calendar

You can enroll in the Cybersecurity Law, Policy, and Management Graduate Certificate year-round. Start your program in Spring, Summer, or Autumn with application deadlines in November, March, and June.

Admission Criteria

To qualify for this graduate certificate, you must meet the following requirements:

  • Bachelor’s or advanced degree
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA highly recommended

For your application, you will be required to submit:

  • College transcript(s)
  • If your GPA is below a 3.0, then one letter of recommendation is required for consideration
  • Statement of purpose: Include articulation of how this certificate is consistent with your professional goals.
  • Resume or CV
  • If you graduated from an international undergraduate institution, it is recommended to score at least a 100 in the TOEFL iBT
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SARA is a national initiative that increases student access to distance education courses and programs while maintaining compliance with state regulations. Institutions participating in SARA can offer educational opportunities in all 49 SARA member states, the District of Columbia, the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico without seeking individual approval in each state.

California is not a SARA member state, however, OSU may offer online courses and programs to students located in California under the California Private Post-Secondary Act of 2009.

The Application Process

Once you understand your program’s admission criteria, please note the application deadline. You’ll need a quiet space and a variety of materials for your application. To learn more, please see our Admissions page for the full process. Ready to Apply? Find your application here.

Career Outlook

Cybersecurity is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the U.S., with job openings increasing by over 80% since 2010. As threats grow more complex, so does the demand for professionals who understand the intersection of law, policy and technology. 

Whether you’re looking to grow in your current career or make a career change altogether, Ohio State’s online programs can help you achieve your goals. Learn what the outlook is for your current or next career move using O*Net’s My Next Move tool.

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Curriculum

In this program, you will start with an Introduction to Cybersecurity course offered by the College of Engineering followed by four more courses. Three of those courses must be core courses. One of these courses can be an elective of your choice to substitute for a core course. Glenn College courses will be taught online asynchronously. Moritz College courses will be taught online asynchronously (with a live first meeting).  

Electives

You have the option of taking one elective course in lieu of one core course above. Introduction to Cybersecurity is required.

Understanding Online Course Types

As you research the right online program for you, you likely will come across the terms “asynchronous” and “synchronous.” Learn what these terms mean and how they’re important to consider when understanding how a program will fit into your life.

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Dr. Megan LePere-Schloop

Assistant Professor
Dr. Megan LePere-Schloop is an Assistant Professor within the Criminal Justice Administration Certificate program.

Amanda Girth

Associate Professor
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Todd Suddeth

Senior Lecturer
Todd is a faculty member at the John Glenn College of Public Affairs.

Testimonials

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“I could not have faced so many obstacles without the support, strength and guidance from the faculty and staff. Even when times were tough, they believed in me, so I believed in me.”

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“Ohio State is a large institution with a lot of possibilities and opportunities. You will meet people who you can connect with and who will connect you with others.”

Cara North Ohio State Online Grad
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“Being able to apply everything I was working on for school immediately to my work was my favorite part of the program.”

Derek Danek Ohio State Online Grad
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“I could not have faced so many obstacles without the support, strength and guidance from the faculty and staff. Even when times were tough, they believed in me, so I believed in me.”

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Tuition Fee Overview

Investing in your future with a higher education degree is one of the best investments you can make for your future success. At Ohio State, we know understanding your program’s cost is an important part of your decision-making process. Below are the tuition fees you can expect with your program. Estimates are based on the expenses typical of an Ohio State Online student who would take 6 credit hours each semester as a part-time student. Actual costs may vary.

Tuition Fees Part-Time – Per Credit Hour (unless otherwise noted)
Instructional Fee $829.75
General Fee $32.63
Distance Learning Fee $100.00 (per semester)
Non-Resident Surcharge (if applicable) $200.00 (per semester)

Tuition fees are subject to change. The table above serves as a guide and not an official bursar’s bill. Full-Time costs are total tuition costs per semester. 

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