Masters Degree in

Homeland Security

Online Degree Program

Our online distance education program offers students the opportunity to study a comprehensive curriculum in the Homeland Security graduate degree program.  In the post 911 era, the US government created the Department of Homeland Security. This department encompasses all 50 states and acts as a shield for the security of the US. Not only has the US government tightened security around the country but many businesses in the private sector have as well. In order to keep up with this demand, highly educated security professionals are needs.  This program will give you the edge you need to compete in this fast going career field.

Through this program students will learn the skills needed to succeed in this field. All of the courses are focused on the major. This allows students to maximize their learning in the core courses and succeed in their educational and career goals.

Students begin with the study of terrorism today, emergency management, corporate security post 911 and technology security. Specific courses focus on maritime security, aviation security, supply chain security and issues in terrorism. In the higher division courses students enter project course where they are able to focus more in one area of Homeland Security, and complete a comprehensive project and Homeland Security degree research topic course. These specialty courses allow students maximum opportunities to experience the real world.   Several career fields this degree will prepare you for are:

* Homeland Security Agent
* Border Patrol Officer
* Private Security Consultant
* Public Security Manager
* Security Director
* Counter Terrorism Consultant
* Security Analyst

The prerequisites for this program are: an earned bachelor degree in criminal justice, or a closely related field.

The online curriculum offers an innovative approach to higher education. Enrollment is open and students may begin the program at any time. All courses are provided in online classrooms, with one-to-one faculty mentoring. Students also have free access to our comprehensive Study Tactics and Resources Center, with links to subject related websites, online libraries, articles and research assistance. Our online degree curriculum includes:

TOTAL: 54 Semester Hours

Courses in this curriculum are to be taken in sequence as above.

TUITION: $500.00 per course. Students may register and pay for one course at a time.

* Note: cost of tuition does not include cost of text books.

** There is also a one time $50.00 admission processing fee.

Course Completion Times: Students are permitted 15 weeks to complete an online course. This may be extended with the permission of the instructor.

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