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Fwd: MSc in Information Security
From: "reflect ocean" <reflect.ocean () gmail com>
Date: Thu, 6 Nov 2008 19:45:09 -0500
Pete: I 've been going through the same situation over the past few months.I am pondering the value of a MSc in information security since as you mention many security job positions doesn't seem to value or require a specific infosec master degree as much as i thought. I even have considered taking Royal Holloway program since i never read a bad review of its content and a quite a few enthusiastic comments about it.The only drawback i see with Royal Holloway is it's not listed as a CAE (Is this recogniztion related to only USA Universities?) but it certainly has other valuable accreditations in Europe.Other considerations you should take into account is the fact that there is a trend to hold non-geeky skills in high regard which means basically that maybe you should blend your tech skills with some MBA or IT-Business master degree before getting enrolled into a MSc in Information security.I for one am currently about to get security some certifications and go for a MSc that provides me with a wider view of IT. Finally I'd recommend you to take your decision based on what stage your career is and proritize your educational options.At least that's what I will do.
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