Executive education ยท Checked October 25, 2026
CISO programs: chief information security officer courses compared
1 program for future CISOs, at $19,500.
Executive MBA programs Cost compared EMBA vs MBA C-suite programs
| Program | Format | Length | Fee | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chief Information Security Officer CertificateCarnegie Mellon University Heinz College | Live online plus residencies in Pittsburgh (virtual option) | 6 months (next cohort starts January 20, 2027) | $19,500 $15,600 for CMU alumni, U.S. government employees, veterans and nonprofit staff. | Experienced cybersecurity, technology and risk leaders. |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best CISO program?
It depends on how you learn and how much time you have: Carnegie Mellon University Heinz College, 6 months (next cohort starts january 20, 2027), $19,500.
Every figure comes from the program's own page, checked October 25, 2026. Schools change tuition for each entering class, so confirm with admissions before you apply. The College Scorecard does not report executive MBAs separately, so these programs are not part of our federal data pages.