Prepare yourself for the growing field of instructional design.
Or explore a high-demand career in cybersecurity.

 

Become an e-learning specialist, a corporate trainer, or an educational coordinator!  This 100% online master’s degree program helps you gain valuable skills to develop and deliver engaging and effective learning experiences. You will be prepared to meet the unique needs of today’s learning and training environments.

Also interested in cybersecurity? SNU offers a fully online bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity designed for adult learners looking to secure networks, analyze threats, and protect systems. Learn more below.

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Industry Expert Faculty

Our MSIDT courses are designed and taught by doctoral faculty with IBSTPI standards in mind. Get to know our program director, Dr. Lynn Lease, in our blog interview. 

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100% Online Program

This program is offered 100% online to accommodate busy working adults' schedules. Learn more about what to expect from an online degree program and how SNU's programs can fit your busy schedule!

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Earn a Degree in 16 months

SNU's Master of Science in Instructional Design is a flexible 30-credit hour program consisting of 6-week courses taken one at a time to master each topic. Looking for more details and how to get started?

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Build Transferable Skills

This graduate-level degree is aligned with employer-desired skills for instructional designers. Check out this blog by Program Director Dr. Lynn Lease about how she leveled up in her career. 

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Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity

Launch your career in one of the fastest-growing tech fields. SNU’s online Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity equips you with practical, hands-on experience in:

  • Network defense and penetration testing

  • Tools like Kali Linux, Metasploit, and Wireshark

  • Security+ certification preparation

  • Risk management, firewalls, and incident response

  • Transfer-friendly pathways for working adults

Graduate ready to protect organizations, fight cybercrime, and advance in IT security - in just 18 months!

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"The MSIDT program at SNU was a perfect fit for me. With it being completely online, it provided me with the flexibility I needed to complete the program while teaching full-time. From the very first class to the capstone, I was both challenged and supported the whole way through. Now that I've graduated, I'm still being supported - I know I have industry people in my corner that I can reach out to for professional advice...I'm thankful for the support of the professors in this program that helped build my skills and knowledge, allowing me to step out with confidence to make this transition.

Jessica Tracy

Master of Science in Instructional Design Graduate

What will I learn in this instructional design and technology Master’s degree program?

 

Graduates of SNU’s Master’s Degree in Instructional Design and Technology learn how to combine effective design with emerging technologies. They collaborate within organizations using digital and multimedia tools guided by instructional design principles. They also gain practical experience in creating, assessing, and managing training materials using technology. The program includes training in Adobe Captivate, Articulate Storyline, artificial intelligence, and current media editing tools.

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Employment Outlook

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The average salary for a Master Instructional Designer is $125,040, and the average salary for a Cybersecurity Analyst is $124,910.

 

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From 2023 to 2033, instructional digital design is expected to increase by 12% and cybersecurity analyst jobs are expected to increase by 33%

MSIDT Courses

This flexible 30-credit hour program is offered 100% online. Each course is six weeks long, and students can graduate in as few as 16 months.

IDT-5003: Principles of Instructional Design 

IDT-5113: Principles of Human Performance Improvement

IDT-5223: Interactive Learning Media and Design

IDT-6113: Project Management and Leadership

IDT-5133: New and Emerging Technologies

IDT-5123: Legal and Ethical Considerations

IDT-5153: Trends and Innovation in Instructional Design

IDT-6123: Learning Design Evaluation and Assessment

IDT-6133: Design Concepts and Evaluation

IDT-6833: Instructional Design and Technology Capstone

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Why a Degree in Cybersecurity Is More Relevant Than Ever

Cybersecurity Courses

This flexible 39-credit hour program is offered 100% online. Each course is six weeks long, and students can graduate in as few as 18 months.

  • Introduction to Windows Administration
  • Personal and Professional Development
  • Network Administration I
  • Information Assurance
  • Network Security I
  • Network Security II
  • Biblical Perspectives – Western Culture
  • Penetration Testing
  • Cybersecurity Law and Ethics
  • Computer and Network Forensics
  • Advanced Intrusion Detection
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"Being a student at SNU offered me unique opportunities for personal growth and spiritual development, enriching my life in ways beyond just academic learning. I appreciate the high-quality education I received at SNU, where the dedicated faculty and comprehensive programs prepared me for my current and future career and personal endeavors."

 

Mark Baughman

Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity Graduate

 

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