Fast-Track Your Cybersecurity Career with an 18-Credit Graduate Diploma
The Graduate Diploma in Information Security is a fully coursework-based, 18-credit program designed for professionals seeking advanced knowledge in cybersecurity without committing to a full master’s degree.
Pathway to a Master’s in Information Systems Security Management (MISSM)
All successfully completed coursework and the diploma itself are fully transferable toward the Master of Information Systems Security Management (MISSM) program, should you choose to apply and be accepted. This makes the diploma an excellent stepping stone toward a more comprehensive graduate education in cybersecurity and information systems security.
Special Consideration for MISAM Graduates
Graduates of the Master of Information Systems and Assurance Management (MISAM) program are not eligible to apply for the MISSM degree. However, MISAM graduates can still receive the Graduate Diploma in Information Security, allowing them to further enhance their cybersecurity credentials.
- Academic Requirement: A four-year baccalaureate degree from Concordia University of Edmonton or its equivalent from a recognized institution. Individual graduate programs may recommend applicants as qualifying/probationary students (e.g., those with three-year degrees). An admission grade point average (AGPA) of 3.0 (on Concordia University of Edmonton’s 4-point scale) or equivalent on the most recent 60 credits of undergraduate (or graduate) study.
- ELP Requirement: IELTS: 6.0 (6.0) PTE: 54 TOEFL: 80
When Fees Are Due
You must pay all fees by the first day of classes
If You Can’t Pay on Time
If you need more time to pay, please contact Student Accounts at +1 780 479 9207 or email studentaccounts@concordia.ab.ca as soon as possible.
Study Permit Denial
If your Canadian study permit application is refused, you can get your deposit back (minus a processing fee). To qualify, submit a copy of the IRCC refusal letter to Admissions by Census Day.
Choosing Not to Attend
If you pay your deposit but later decide not to study at Concordia, the university keeps your deposit in full.
Offer Rescinded or Admission Requirements Not Met
If, after paying your deposit, you fail to meet final admission requirements (based on official transcripts) or your offer is withdrawn for other reasons, you’ll receive a refund of your deposit minus the processing fee.
Withdrawing After Classes Begin
Once you start classes, you must complete the program withdrawal form through Online Services for Students to officially discontinue your studies. You’ll then be eligible for refunds or fee reductions according to the published withdrawal deadlines.
- Application Fee: $100
- LOA Deposit: $2,500
- Annual Tuition Fee: $27,098.52
- Total Tuition Fee: $27,098.52
- Course Duration: 1 year
- Credentials: Diploma
- Intake: September, January
Checklist
- CV/Resume (Dates of education and experience must be mentioned in MM-YYYY format)
Example: Job from MM-YYYY --- to MM-YYYY
- Valid passport copy
- Academic documents (Bachelor transcripts and certificate + Senior secondary certificate/WAEC/12th)
- Medium of instructions letter /IELTS / PTE
- Scratch Card (If have)
NOTE: Concordia University will request transcripts from the previous Education Institute.
Electronic high school transcripts can be emailed at (admits@concordia.ab.ca) directly from the issuing institution.
IF ONSHORE STUDENT
- Stamped copy of visa
- LOI
- Study permit
- Canadian Address:
- Canadian Contact No: