Re: Semi OT: SANS in Springfield, IL

[Chuck King <chuck@chuck-king.com>]

Ref: I've also considered an MBA with a focus in Information Systems or 
Information Security (if such a thing exists)

I heard the coursework for this on-line masters in network security was 
good.

http://www.capitol-college.edu/academicprograms/graduateprograms/msns/index.shtml

Chuck KIng

Richard H. Fifarek wrote:
> On Fri, 7 Apr 2006, George Williams wrote:
> 
>> I just moved into an InfoSec position and I, and more importantly my 
>> supervisor, think this is a good opportunity.
> 
>     In case it wasn't obvious, I agree :)
> 
>> Can you provide any insight or suggestions on how these courses should 
>> be approached?
> 
>     Like any other college course, except they cram the in-class stuff 
> into 6 days.  If you are going for the certification, expect to spend at 
> least 3 months preparing for the Silver exams, and then an additional 
> 3-6 months on the Gold practical.
> 
>> Have you considered working towards a SANS Master's?
> 
>     I have.  I need to wait until my fiancee graduates from school 
> though.  InfoSec positions are starting to require/appreciate Business 
> degrees/focus because graduates (in theory) have a better sense of 
> balancing risk with reward (profit), so I've also considered an MBA with 
> a focus in Information Systems or Information Security (if such a thing 
> exists).  However, SANS would no-doubt be more practical.
> 
>     Hope you enjoy the class.  Let us know how it goes.
> 


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