Today, more than ever, homeland security plays an ever-growing role in the protection and operation of our government, our businesses, and our lives. This fast-paced and constantly changing field has grown to encompass much more than simply “security.” Military and law enforcement agencies come together with other disciplines such as risk management, public safety, and information security to protect the human, financial and physical resources that define our way of life. Public services and private businesses alike must be prepared to respond and mitigate threats from natural and man-made disasters.
The Master of Science in Homeland Security degree program offers concentrations in:
These concentrations will examine topics and trends in homeland security for leaders and those preparing to be leaders in the field.
Wilmington University offers you a vibrant and challenging educational environment to learn the managerial and technical tools needed to advance your career in security preparedness. Learn from faculty who work in the industry. They bring real-world experiences to the classroom creating a valuable resource for students to tap into. Upon completion of the program, you will enhance your opportunities for employment or advancement in the homeland security related professions.
Offering the Homeland Security degree program entirely online will provide working professionals, information assurance specialists, law enforcement officers, and military personnel the flexibility to complete their degrees while working toward career advancement.
Careers in security, protection, compliance, and enforcement rank as the single largest areas of hiring in the next several years as projected by the Federal Government. Employment can be found at the federal, state and local levels of government, as well as in the private sector. An advanced degree will position you for career mobility.
Your educational dreams are closer than you think. College tuition is on the rise but there’s good news. Wilmington University is affordable. Our graduate tuition costs are one of the lowest among comparable programs at other universities.
This information applies to students who enter this degree program during the 2011-2012 Academic Year. If you entered this degree program before the Fall 2011 semester, please refer to the academic catalog for the year you began your degree program.