Master of Information Systems Assurance Management

at Concordia University of Edmonton Canada

Bachelor of Management - Data Management is a comprehensive four yearlong undergraduate program wherein management students are educated about the development and execution of the entire process of managing information. Concordia University is the only education institution in Alberta that offers this program. The bachelor's degree curriculum primarily covers advanced study of business, accounting, information technology, math and systems design for data management. Various other subjects include Statistics, Global technology, Business law, Marketing research and systems as well as Management principles.

This program is headed by a team of trained professionals in the field of management who can guide students in the right direction and clarify their concepts. This program is a response to feedback from the business community that students graduating in Management need to have an understanding and working knowledge of large data sets, how to analyze the data and make business related decisions.  

The Graduate Diploma in Information Assurance is a 6 course/18 credit coursework program. Any coursework completed or graduate diploma received will count towards the Master of Information Systems Assurance Management (MISAM) program should you apply to the MISAM program and get accepted.

As a MISSM graduate, you may not apply for the MISAM degree; however, you may apply for and receive the Graduate Diploma in Information Assurance if you wish to broaden your assurance, information systems audit and governance knowledge.

Psychology is the science of human behavior and psychology degrees deal with the understanding of individuals and their attributes within society. Psychology can be distinguished into a number of sub disciplines and thus Concordia University of Edmonton offers a three year bachelor’s degree in psychology which involves in depth analysis of various subjects affecting psychology such as neuroscience, biology, sociology and many more.

Concordia University has a number of perks for it students such as state of the art facilities, top notch scientific equipment, trained professionals and great practical facilities. Apart from that, students also get to have hands on practical experience owing to the co-op programs and on the job internships. CBU has low student to teacher ratio is low and hence teachers are able to give individual attention to every student. CU also gives its students an opportunity to conduct their research in the first year itself. Psychology opens a number of doors for students in various fields such as academic psychologists, applied psychologists, personal counselors, developmental psychology, social work, community studies so on and so forth. 

The Concordia University of Edmonton offers students a two-year long post graduate master’s program called Master of Information Systems Security Management. Through the years with growing corporates, the need for security professionals is growing and hence, it becomes one of the most highly employable fields in IT.  Students are helped to develop skills to carry out digital forensic activities, recognize and assess cyber threats, conduct security tests against other networks so on and so forth. A number of career options open up for students such as digital forensic investigators, cybersecurity professionals, IT Security Consultants, and security testers.

The program allows you preparation time for writing the certification exam for Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP). After completing this program, students are also eligible for certification exams such as Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) as well as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA). Students are aided by a group of highly trained professionals and faculty members who help them throughout the program. 

Concordia University offers an undergraduate degree program in philosophy that spans for a total of four years. Philosophy deals with the study and analysis of multiple aspects and problems about existence, knowledge, values, reason, mind and language. This course centres on developing the linguistic skills, critical thinking ability, a better understanding of the subject and a solid point of view.

This program helps students understand about meaningful human interactions and relationships, the functioning of the society and the cultural crossroads of the society. This program raises questions about concepts such as happiness, love, family, work, justice, truth, beauty, and progress. Ethics is also an important aspect of philosophy and students are educated about it as well. CBU’s Philosophy program develops meaningful skills in researching, observation, interviewing, critical thinking, and cross-cultural understanding. This program helps students to seek employment in multiple fields such as academics, property development, social work, advertising, marketing and so on. 

Psychology is the scientific study of human behaviour and mental processes. As a student of psychology, you will gain invaluable insights into the human condition and explore the phenomena of language, learning, development, personality, and memory. Psychology provides you with not only a wide breadth of knowledge, but also depth, developing and refining skills such as research and analytical assessments, how to communicate with all types of individuals, and how to create practical applications that can enhance the overall human experience.

Philosophy is the study of ideas. Concordia University of Edmonton’s Philosophy program stresses the fundamentals of philosophy by studying its history, and also pursues cutting-edge topics around ethics, philosophy of science, philosophy of religion, and others. As a student of philosophy, you will develop and refine exceptional reasoning skills, learn how to adapt and think beyond the ordinary.

Concordia University provides a diploma in Classical Music which spans for 3 years. This program offers students a wholesome and creative environment to nurture their potential. This program is a unified whole of theoretical, historical as well as performance studies. Students are taught a number of instruments such as piano, voice, guitar, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and composition.

In addition, courses in conducting, arranging, music pedagogy, church music, composition, music history, music theory and therapy are available. After completing this program, students can also go for a post graduate degree in Music Education and Liberal Arts. Concordia University has an expert faculty and professional music teachers who guide students at every step of the way during the course. Graduates from the said program go on to teach privately and work in music-related fields, including music therapy, recording and arts administration. 

Coursework from the leadership emphasis in the Bachelor of Management program gives our management students the critical tools they will need to become top performers in business, government, non-profit, health, and educational settings. Our leadership courses provide you with the foundational knowledge needed to pursue professional designations or graduate studies.

Develop your niche as a leader in project management, sales, consulting, and more by developing your ability to:

• Think logically
• Advocate for a cause you believe in
• Solve difficult and abstract problems
• Master business plan and proposal writing
• Oversee production of reports and evaluations
• Get people with different skills to successfully work together
• Determine the steps necessary to meet defined goals
• Talk openly with others, and get support and honest feedback in return
• Listen well and recognize good ideas when you hear and see them

With a Bachelor of Management degree and a leadership emphasis from Concordia University of Edmonton, you can pursue careers that include, but are not limited to, office manager, logistics, and project manager.

Sociology is a subject that studies intricate details about the fabric of the society and human role in the society. Concordia University offers its students a 3 year Bachelor’s Degree program in sociology covering a wide multitude of topics such as family, religion, deviance, gender, education, identity, environment, different types of methodologies, relationships between human beings and animals.

For someone who wishes to build a career in social services and social work, this program is ideal. Sociology can be referred to as the science of the society and thus helps an individual gain an insight into the multicultural world. This course deals with multiple aspects of society and research about various social institutions such as religion, education, governance, health-care, family, and law. This course also prepares students to further delve into academics or work as a teacher. Students can enroll themselves in B.Ed. program after the degree finishes if they wish to get into teaching.