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Certified Expert in Cyber Investigations (CECI) Reviews

4.8

Based on 34 published reviews from verified enrollees

  • 5 star27 (79%)
  • 4 star7 (21%)
  • 3 star0 (0%)
  • 2 star0 (0%)
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About the Certified Expert in Cyber Investigations (CECI) program

The Certified Expert in Cyber Investigations (CECI) is a board-certified credential issued by McAfee Institute. Like every McAfee Institute program, it pairs a structured, self-paced curriculum with a proctored board examination, so the credential reflects demonstrated competence rather than attendance alone. Candidates work through the coursework on their own schedule, sit the board exam when ready, and maintain the credential over time. Enrollment is open to practitioners and to career changers who meet the program's eligibility criteria.

Enrollees in this program typically come from law enforcement, federal and state investigative agencies, corporate security, loss prevention, fraud and financial crime units, intelligence teams, the military, and adjacent private-sector investigative roles. The reviews below are written by people who held a confirmed enrollment record for this specific program, which is what the gold verified enrollment badge indicates: a matching order in McAfee Institute's system, not a self-declaration.

The average shown above is a plain arithmetic mean of every published review of this program, rounded to one decimal place, with no weighting and no exclusions. The distribution chart reports all five rating levels, including one- and two-star reviews. Reviews are listed newest first and are never reordered or filtered by rating. Full curriculum details, eligibility requirements, pricing, and enrollment for this program live on the McAfee Institute website: Certified Expert in Cyber Investigations (CECI).

Reviews of the Certified Expert in Cyber Investigations (CECI)

February 19, 2025Verified enrollment

Was a great class to get on track for investigation, some sections felt a bit out dated.

Zachary McLaughlin
April 12, 2021Verified enrollment

I was nervous to finally take certifications as a busy working parent of 5. However, this course is laid out in very distinct , easy to follow segments with engaging content, no filler material. There are great breaking points so I can set goals for myself to make progress toward completion around my daily Scheduel. I really am enjoying the content and learning a lot.

robin peterson
December 29, 2020Verified enrollment

I found this course to be very professional, informative, and focused. The CECI certification program will elevate your knowledge in multiple areas of cybercrime. I have been through a few certification programs for data forensics (computers, cellphones, data storage devices) from accredited institutions. This program was just as good, in some cases, better. The reference material is something I have used since I first access it. It is easy to use, easy to resource, and easy to digest. The online format was convenient but was not lacking in information or content. I will continue to resource the McAfee Institute for tradecraft and technical development. Great course!

Brian PlummerRead full review
December 11, 2020Verified enrollment

The Certified Expert in Cyber Investigations (CECI) is the 'go to' training for investigating in the cyber space. The internet of things (IoT) has passed, we now live in the internet of everything (IoE). This program will help you establish the needed foundation to gather intelligence, investigate cyber crimes, and cyber-enabled crimes. The program is structured in a way that supports learning via reading and research, discussion boards, application of investigation techniques, quizzes, and a comprehensive exam. This goes beyond other comparable board examinations, where just an exam and experience are required. Actually, this puts this board certification 'heads and shoulders' above the others. The programs at the McAfee Institute have multiple accreditations for a reason. Additionally, the material is reviewable at any time and updated. This is critical considering the cyber landscape changes constantly and the investigator will need to refresh and update themselves on a technique or tool. The customer service during the training, and after, is the industry standard. The staff at the McAfee Institute realize that if you are successful, they are successful. ~ Eli W.

Eli WilkersonRead full review
March 18, 2020Verified enrollment

My experience was very good the course was put together very well.

Martin S.
March 17, 2020Verified enrollment

This was a great course and now I have tools to take forward into areas that require such board certifications.

Christopher R.
February 18, 2020Verified enrollment

It's was quite enlightening. Plus the lifetime access to the material makes it really worth the amount.

Prince B.
March 11, 2019Verified enrollment

I just signed up for the CECI course and I cant tell you how excited I am about it. My review however is around the service and assistance I have received thus far from McAfee with regards to invoices, information and payment. Thank you

Nadine J.
March 4, 2019Verified enrollment

My overall experience so far has been great, the lessons are very simple to follow along and easy to understand, hopefully I'll finish the course in a very short time.

Wilfredo T.
August 21, 2018Verified enrollment

Learning something totally new is always a challenge! I feel incredibly lucky to have such an opportunity to study in McAfee Institute, since Cyber Security Investigation field is on the bleeding edge and professionals are always in high demand! The course material is excellent! Thank you!

ALEH B.
August 3, 2018Verified enrollment

Loved it was one of the most informative online coarse's it has prepared me to move ahead in my I T career

Individual results vary. Outcomes described reflect one individual's experience and are not a representation of typical results, hiring outcomes, or earnings.

Gary S.
July 28, 2018Verified enrollment

I have taken two courses with McAfee Institute to date (CCII and CECI). While the CECI contained material that I had already seen in the CCII course, it served as a great refresher for me. The course material, manuals and supplemental documentation in both courses will prove very useful in my current role in Cyber Security.

Christine S.
July 3, 2018Verified enrollment

Class act, staff cares and is willing to offer the help needed to get your through your course!

Patrick S.
January 23, 2018Verified enrollment

The sequencing is pretty odd and things could've been combined better. Great value but not the best to follow on a mobile phone

Sally T.
September 1, 2017Verified enrollment

I'm impressed with the overall teaching in this class. It's very informative and I'm glad I joined the Mcafee Institute family. I wish I had learned about this a long time ago.

Robert W.
June 8, 2017Verified enrollment

This is a great course, and the content was extremely relevant to current industry fraud issues. I learned an incredible amount, and immediately started implementing some of my learnings to current investigations, and routines.

Individual results vary. Outcomes described reflect one individual's experience and are not a representation of typical results, hiring outcomes, or earnings.

Michael L.
May 26, 2017Verified enrollment

I thoroughly enjoyed the CCIE course! I learned many new concepts and techniques that are transferable to my day to day work responsibilities. I would definitely tell all of my friends/colleagues about McAfee.

venetcia j.
May 15, 2017Verified enrollment

Just started on this course but very impressed with the amount of useful and varied information… Looking forward to progressing the course and improving my knowledge.

Harry N.
January 27, 2017Verified enrollment

Well even with all of my experience and expertise it was great participating in this course to enhance my knowledge through a multitude of dicisplines. More importantly I have a great understanding of conducting and working with this environment especially within a global prespective.

Stephen L.
January 15, 2017Verified enrollment

Excellent and relevant curiculum

Marc-Roger G.
January 4, 2017Verified enrollment

Very expensive

Mani
December 8, 2016Verified enrollment

It was a thorough and lengthy course covering a lot of ground. I found it very interesting and it led indirectly to teaching cybercrime investigation at my college.

Terence I.
December 2, 2016Verified enrollment

Great price, Excellent course, Well organized, Wealth of useful information. It's a must for any IT Professional. Vahe H.

Vahe H.
December 2, 2016Verified enrollment

McAfee , offers excellent curriculum very sector specific and engaging.

Marc-Roger G.
November 26, 2016Verified enrollment

Experience was well worth the time and effort.

Al N.
November 25, 2016Verified enrollment

I enjoyed every step of the course, it really added value to me and my organization.

XAVIER S.
August 22, 2016Verified enrollment

the course is quite informative and is helping me daily on my day to day work in the office. I am also able to assist other law enforcement officials especially in conducting social media investigation

Halidu B.Illo
August 4, 2016Verified enrollment

Informative

Paulo DEBIEN
July 20, 2016Verified enrollment

My reaction to Certified Cyber Investigative Expert (CCIE) is overall favorable. Unfortunately I found it less interesting but more challenging than Certified Social Media Intelligence Analyst (SMIA).

Hugh Campbell
July 7, 2016Verified enrollment

The tremendous value that McAfee Institute provided in this course was beyond my expectations. The pdf manuals that they provide are easily worth the cost of the program. Whenever I had a question or needed assistance the staff always provide top notch customer service. They really do care about you achieving your professional goals and career advancement. Another great value they provide is 24/7 access to your course material. There are times when I am conducting an investigation and I need to refresh my skills on a particular subject. I simply go back to the course, watch the video or review the pdf manuals and the tool I need is available to me. You cannot put a price on this kind of access. I have found a few similar programs but they are limited to one year access. You cannot beat McAfee Institute for value, service and continued access to information. I recommend this course; Thank you,

Individual results vary. Outcomes described reflect one individual's experience and are not a representation of typical results, hiring outcomes, or earnings.

Michael MorelliRead full review
July 3, 2016Verified enrollment

Very thorough course.

Frank Pappalardi
June 13, 2016Verified enrollment

I have taken many courses over the years and this by far is the most organized and streamlined! Any cyber investigative professional would be incomplete in not taking this course. The material/books alone are worth the price alone! Ralph Hume Principal Investigator for National Intelligence Services Co-owner of Center of Forensic Profiling

Ralph Hume Jr.
March 1, 2016Verified enrollment

I thoroughly enjoyed the CCIE course, the extensive amount of information that is provided in this course is phenomenal, and extremely current. This course provides the type of learning platform that is perfect for the type of individual who does not have the ability to designate set days/times for learning. I do not enjoy taking classes that only requires reading as the only learning method, McAfee Institute has done an outstanding job of integrating relevant videos into each learning

Rick WinistorferRead full review
February 16, 2016Verified enrollment

Informative

Dinesh Nair

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