Capitol Tech U Doctoral Info Session-June 30 2024.pptx

Slides from a virtual open house presented by staff and faculty from Capitol Technology University. The session covered the doctoral program and included information on degrees, program modalities, tuition, financial aid and the application process.

1. The Capitol Technology University Doctoral Program Overview Will Begin at 3 pm Eastern Daylight Savings Time (US/Canada) WELCOME

2. DOCTORAL PROGRAM OVERVIEW

3. PRESENTATION TEAM SESSION POINTERS ABOUT CAPITOL PROGRAM MODELS & RESEARCH RESOURCES ADMISSIONS, TUITION & FINANCIAL AID NEXT STEPS WEBINARS & PODCASTS ’ AGENDA

4. SESSION POINTERS We will answer questions at the conclusion of the presentation. At anytime you can post a question in the text chat and we will answer as many as we can. Microphones and webcams are not activated for participants. A copy of the slides and session recording will be sent to all registrants

5. About Established in 1927, and based near Washington, D.C, USA, we are specifically dedicated to high tech education, including engineering , cybersecurity , computer sciences and tech management .

6. NONPROFIT, PRIVATE & Capitol is a nonprofit, private accredited university located in Laurel, Maryland, USA The University is authorized by the State of Maryland to confer Associate’s (A.A.S.), Bachelor’s (B.S.), Master’s (M.S., M.Phil., M .B.A., T.M.B.A), and Doctoral (D.Sc., Ph.D., Ed.D., D.B.A) degrees. Capitol Technology University is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools ACCREDITED

7. THE TOP REASONS TO All of our Doctoral Programs are online with little to no residency requirements Internationally-recognized, award-winning accredited degree programs Top ranked return on investment (ROI) Vibrant and growing alumni network Courses taught by global leaders in their        respective fields Our students are just like you – working professionals who want to enhance their career options  and income with a Doctoral Degree CONSIDER CAPITOL

8. Best Cybersecurity Higher Education Program Best Cybersecurity Educator Dr. William Butler National Center of Academic Excellence (CAE) Institution Recognized (Aviation Programs) MULTI AWARD-WINNING UNIVERSITY Space Command Academic Engagement Enterprise (AEE) Ranked #1 Top School with Online Ph.D. Programs Best PhD in Business Analytics Best Online Cybersecurity PhD for 2024

9. RETURN ON INVESTMENT A Capitol Technology Degree is an outstanding investment in your future! Ranked by UniversityHQ between Princeton & Harvard For ROI Of the 4,500 Colleges & Universities in the U.S., Capitol is consistently ranked in the Top 5% For ROI Including: 213 th with a 20 -year Net Present Value (NPV)* 141 st after 30 -years 120 th over a 40 -year work lifetime *(2019 Georgetown University report: A First Try at ROI: Ranking 4,500 Colleges – Center on Education and the Workforce)

10. WHAT MAKES CAPITOL Educational partners of the National Defense University, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), National Cryptologic University , and the Maryland National Guard Center for Cybersecurity Research and Analysis Post 9-11 GI Bill Yellow Ribbon Program Participating Institution. Designated a Military Friendly School by GI Jobs Magazine and Military Advanced Education Magazine Strategic campus location allows for strong connections to major employers and federal agencies THE GOLD STANDARD

11. EXPERIENCE COUNTS State-of-the-art professional programs and over 90 years of experience in technology and engineering education. Developed the nation’s first   doctoral program in Information Assurance (Now Cybersecurity) and the first in the nation to offer this degree online. Near the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Fort Meade (U.S. Military Cyber Command), and The National Security Agency. Capitol’s CACTUS-1 project is selected for the NASA CubeSat Launch Initiative (CSLI)

12. WHERE OUR GRADUATES WORK OUR BIGGEST FANS:

13. Intelligence & Global Security Machine Learning Manufacturing Military Leadership Occupational Health & Safety Occupational Risk Mgmt. Offensive Cyber Engineering Product Management Project Management Quantum Computing Real Estate Management Space Cybersecurity  Space Operations Sustainability Systems Engineering Technology Technology Combo (MS/PHDT) Uncrewed Systems Applications PROGRAM MODEL Synchronous Model (DSc & PhD) 54 Credits Cybersecurity (DSc) Business Analytics and Data Science (PhD) Mentored Research Model (PhD/DBA/EdD) 60 Credits Aeronautical Science Artificial Intelligence  Astronautical Engineering Computer Science Construction Science Counterterrorism Critical Infrastructure Cyberpsychology Cyber Leadership Emergency & Protective Svcs . Engineering Management Facilities Management Financial Cybersecurity Forensic Cyberpsychology Healthcare Cybersecurity Healthcare Technology (PhD) Human Factors Industrial Hygiene DBA: Supply Chain Management EdD : Cyber Science EdD : Educational Data Analytics

14. SYNCHRONOUS COURSE Academic relationships are fostered through the Cohort model of education Up to 20 students participate in one cohort learning community Doctoral courses are online One on-campus residency course, which takes place over a long weekend (Friday to Sunday) INFORMATION

15. DSc CYBERSECURITY (SYNCHRONOUS MODEL) First of its kind DSc program in Cybersecurity brings together an extraordinary peer community of computer and security experts all committed to understanding and evaluating the scope and impact of systems and technology from institutional, industry and global perspectives. Conduct research as a foundation for executive action. Demonstrate innovation and creativity as it relates to the strategic performance of an agency or organization. Contribute to the decision-making process. Choose electives based on your professional focus . RSC-802 Fundamentals of Doctoral Learning (6) 16-week course IAE-830 Information Assurance Research Literature (3) RSC-810 Professional Research Theory and Practice (3) RESIDENCY: RSC-820 Situation Awareness Analysis & Action Plan Processes (3) RSC-825 Applied Research in Information Assurance (3) RSC-813 Professional Ethics and Leadership (3) RSC-860 Research Design (3) IAE-881 Special Topics II in IA (3) RSC-812 Professional Research Theory and Practice, Part II (3) IAE-880   Special Topics in IA (3) IAE-882 Special Topics III in IA (3) IAE-883 Special Topics IV in IA (3) DSR-900 Writing the Doctoral Dissertation (3) IAE-884 Special Topics V in IA (3) DSR-935  Dissertation Preparation (3)        DSc Cybersecurity Courses  (54 Credits)

16. MENTORED RESEARCH COURSE MODEL Earn your regionally accredited PhD 100% online Uses a PhD model developed in Europe that focuses on research and scholarly output individualized to the student’s academic needs Flexible learning hours; interactive engagement There are no set classes at set times. You conduct your research and meet virtually one-on-one, at pre-arranged times, with your academic mentor Transfer up to 42 credits Does not require residency (no required trips to campus) PhD/DBA/EdD DEGREES Aeronautical Science Artificial Intelligence Astronautical Engineering  Computer Science Construction Science Counterterrorism Critical Infrastructure Cyberpsychology Cyber Leadership Emergency & Protective Svcs . Engineering Management  Facilities Management Financial Cybersecurity Forensic Cybersecurity Healthcare Cybersecurity Healthcare Technology Human Factors Industrial Hygiene Intelligence & Global Securit y Machine Learning Manufacturing Military Leadership Occupational Health & Safety Occupational Risk Mgmt. Offensive Cyber Engineering Product Management Project Management Quantum Computing Real Estate Management Space Cybersecurity  Space Operations Sustainability Systems Engineering Technology Technology Combo (MS/PHDT) Uncrewed Systems Applications DBA: Supply Chain Management EdD: Cyber Science EdD : Educational Data Analytics

17. PHD/DBA/EdD RESEARCH Dissertation Produce, present, and defend a comprehensive doctoral dissertation The Mentored Research Model provides scholars the opportunity to do in-depth research leading to a dissertation. “The main reason I chose to study for my doctoral degree at Capitol is the program’s flexibility” -  Dr. Kam Ghaffarian Ph.D. in Technology, and C.E.O. of Axiom Space, builders of the world’s first commercial space station 

18. MENTORED RESEARCH PROCESS No static curriculum Strong Chair (Mentor)/Scholar relationship established from beginning Dissertation is developed and written External Examiners and Subject Matter Experts provide expertise and insights Defense Graduation

19. MENTORED RESEARCH COURSE MODEL ROADMAP Our Goal is That Your Dissertation will be Publishable Once Completed .

20. MRes /PHD COMBINATION PROGRAM (IF NO MASTERS DEGREE) Designed for students who desire a PhD, but do not possess an appropriate master’s degree in a related field, the Combination Program begins with a Masters in Research Methods and continues with doctoral studies leading to a PhD in Technology . MS/PHDT are awarded together at the conclusion of PhD. FEATURES Enter with any Bachelor’s degree 30-credit Masters in Research Methods MRes courses include research techniques, methodology, ethics, qualitative and quantitative research, data collection, applied statistics, data analysis, analytics and data visualization. 60-credit PhD in Technology PhD offers dissertation or publication options.

21. HOW DO WE HELP ENSURE The Academic Review Board (ARB) process assures continuity throughout your doctoral program A Faculty Chair/Mentor is assigned early in the program Strong support from the very beginning is established to ensure students complete their studies Active support from Puente Library staff with both virtual and physical resources available to students YOUR SUCCESS?

22. DOING YOUR RESEARCH: LIBRARY RESOURCES Journal articles, eBooks, conference proceedings and more available to our students at https://login.captechu.idm.oclc.org/menu Allen Exner Need help accessing the Virtual Library or finding anything? DIRECTOR OF LIBRARY SERVICES & INFORMATION LITERACY [email protected] [email protected]

23. VIRTUAL LIBRARY RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS THE ASSOCIATION FOR COMPUTING MACHINERY DIGITAL LIBRARY      FEATURING ACADEMIC SEARCH ULTIMATE, BUSINESS SOURCE ULTIMATE, AND APPLIED SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY SOURCE THE NATIONS PREMIER COLLECTION OF DOCUMENTS RELATED TO HOMELAND SECURITY STRATEGY, POLICY & ORGANIZATIONAL MGMT. ACCESS TO FULL-TEXT DOCUMENTS, CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS, AND IEEE PUBLISHED STANDARDS. LEADING GLOBAL PROVIDER OF LEGAL, REGULATORY, AND BUSINESS INFORMATION & ANALYTICS. FEATURING ABI/INFORM GLOBAL; ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES & AEROSPACE COLLECTION; PROQUEST DISSERTATIONS & THESES GLOBAL, AND OTHERS. DIRECTORY OF THE PUENTE LIBRARY BOOK & ARCHIVE COLLECTION. DECISIONS SCIENCES JOURNAL IS A PREMIER BUSINESS RESEARCH PUBLICATION WITH INTERNATIONAL VISIBILITY AND IMPACT.

24. Opeyemi Ajakaye , Ph.D. in Cybersecurity Leadership Security Control Implementation: The Impact of Delay in Decision-Making on the Security Posture of the Organization Christopher Gerber, D.Sc. In Cybersecurity Cybersecurity Risk Effects of Starlink on Rural Populations in the United States Anthony Dehnashi , D.Sc. In Cybersecurity Deep Reinforcement Learning Model to Detect Bit-and-Piece DDoS Attacks Against 6LowPAN Wirelessly Connected Devices on IoT Network Systems Oluwafemi Adedeji, Ph.D. in Quantum Computing Quantum Cognition: A Generaliz3ed View of Quantum Natural Language Processing For Near-Human Robotics intelligent Communication Emily Barnes, Ph.D. in Artificial Intelligence Evaluating the Effectiveness of Machine Learning Models: Predicting Graduation of Adult Learners in Higher Education DeAngelo Bradley, Ph.D in Occupational Heath and Safety The Physiological and Cognitive Effects on Firefighters in Response to the Duality of Heat and Emergency Crisis James Gowen, JR, Ph.D. In Business Analytics and Data Science An Exploratory Study of Risk Quantification Loss Event Frequency Approaches using the FAIR Model in Non-Financial Risk Areas. Young Kuk Kim, Ph.D. in Technology Wafer Level Sphere Transfer (WWLST) Technology in Microelectronics Opeyemi Ajakaye receives his Ph.D. in Cybersecurity Leadership during the 2024 Graduation Ceremony. Dr. Ajakaye is a Senior Information Security Engineer for K3 Solutions.

25. ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS The GRE (Graduate Record Examination) is NOT required for admission to doctoral programs *for MS/PHDT combined program, only undergraduate degree required Complete Application Essay Professional Resume or CV Two References $100 non-refundable application fee Master’s Degree in a Related Field* Or Equivalent International Degree Level 3 – 5 Years of Related Work Experience DSc applicants must hold one of the following industry certifications: CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) GSE (GIAC Security Expert) CGEIT (Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT) CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) In 1000-2000 words describe your relevant experience and personal attributes as well as your vision for how you plan to advance and successfully complete the doctoral program.  Detail your relevant expertise and the ways in which you have prepared to succeed in conducting original research in your selected doctoral program.   ESSAY (all doctoral programs)

26. APPLICATION DEADLINES SEMESTER START DATES *Note: PhD in Business Analytics and Data Science and the DSc in Cybersecurity do not have cohorts starting in the summer. Plan on a Fall or Spring start. Deadline for Fall 2024: August 15, 2024 Fall Classes start August 26, 2024 Deadline for Spring 2025: December 23, 2024 Spring Classes start January 6, 2025 Deadline for Summer 2025: April 14, 2025 Summer Classes start April 28, 2025

27. TUITION & FEES Tuition $950 per credit hour*  $850 per credit hour*  Active US Military/Spouses $883 per credit hour*  Retired US Military Fees $100 Doctoral Application Fee $40 per credit hour - Information Technology Fee $50 Citi Exam Fee for Initial Doctoral Course (One Time) $50 Write & Cite Exam Fee (One Time) $150 Doctoral Program Graduate Fee ($75 for subsequent) *Rate for 2024-2025 Academic Year 10% ALUMNI DISCOUNT AVAILABLE Balance due prior to start of classes and there are a variety of payment options available.

28. HOMETOWN HEROES We are proud to offer a 20% tuition discount for graduate programs (Master’s and Doctoral Degrees), to honor those who serve their local communities and nation including: Community College faculty and staff High School teachers and administrators Emergency Personnel (EMTs, paramedics, firefighters, and police) Department of Defense employees

29. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE The Financial Aid Office can provide guidance to you on securing assistance. [email protected] While Capitol does not offer fellowships or internal scholarships at the doctoral level, over 75% of our doctoral students receive some form of financial assistance, including: Student Loans Veterans Benefits Government or Corporate Sponsorship External Scholarships and Grants

30. STUDENT LOANS U.S. Federal Student Loans Best to submit FAFSA as early as possible. Takes at least 7-10 or more business days to process (U.S. Citizens) www.fafsa.ed.gov to apply for aid Capitol’ s Title IV Code = 001436 For questions, please contact the Financial Aid Office at 301-369-3624 Meet the staff/Schedule a virtual appointment: www.captechu.edu/admissions-and-financial-aid/admissions-counselor/financial-aid-staff Bit.ly : bit.ly/3HHjC5k

31. US SERVICE PERSONNEL Montgomery GI Bill Post 9-11 GI Bill Students are eligible to receive a partial housing stipend for online programs Yellow Ribbon Program Capitol is a Yellow Ribbon Institution. If you are fully eligible under the Post 9-11 GI Bill, you may be able to complete your degree tuition free Active-duty military will receive a $100 per credit hour discount; Retired military receive a $50 per credit hour discount U.S. Veterans: We’ll work closely with you to help you obtain your VA Payments Send Certificate of Eligibility (COE) to Office of Registration & Records at [email protected] VA PROGRAMS FOR

32. EMPLOYEE TUITION If you are eligible for employee tuition reimbursement the Business Office ( [email protected] ) will work closely with you and your employer to handle the forms and paperwork. Types of Employer Sponsorship Corporate Sponsorship Government Sponsorship (T.A. 1556) Company promissory notes REIMBURSEMENT

33. Capitol is a Member of the EdAssist Featured Provider Network, Offering Discounts to Employees of Participating Companies. Employees and immediate family members of EdAssist companies receive a 20% tuition discount for undergrad, Master’s and   Doctoral Programs. To see if your company is a participating Ed Assist member,  visit: CapTechU.edu/ EdAssist

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