Assessment of the impacts of cyber security on student information management systems: A case of Ruaha Catholic University

Abstract

The pervasive use of technology in education has posed a security challenge that could jeopardise student data and educational  institutions' reputations, necessitating a thorough investigation. This study explores the impact of cybersecurity on Ruaha Catholic  University's Student Information Management System. The research mainly employed a quantitative approach, with data collected through questionnaires administered to a diverse sample of 374 individuals, encompassing students and staff. In addition, a qualitative  method was used to acquire data on the organisation's readiness to prevent cybersecurity threats from key informants, including system  administrators and top management personnel. The Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software analysed the quantitative  data using descriptive analysis. The study's results underscore the pressing need to develop effective cybersecurity mechanisms in the  education sector, specifically focusing on enhancing the security of Ruaha Catholic University's Student Information Management  System. The study recommends formulating and implementing robust cybersecurity strategies to safeguard student information, fortify  system resilience, and bolster the institution's overall cybersecurity posture.