Management
Master of Science
Program Requirements
MSM with a Concentration
in Homeland Security
Issues involving homeland security have become a priority at all levels of the corporate world. Business professionals need to know the problems involved and be prepared to adapt to the ever changing landscapes in homeland security and maintain a safe and secure work environment. This concentration has two additional program competencies of 1) demonstrating knowledge in the area of risk assessment and homeland security management and 2) determining future strategies for meeting security challenges in organizations. To fulfill the requirements for the MSM with a concentration in Homeland Security, students must complete an 18-credit hour Business Management core, 15-credit hour concentration in Homeland Security and three elective credits. While some course sequencing is necessary, the program is designed to permit students to complete requirements at their own pace. The 12 courses listed below are required for completion of the MSM with a concentration in Homeland Security.
MGT 6501 
Organization Theory and Design
MGT 6503 Leadership Development and Change Management
MGT 7400 Analysis of Decision Making
MGT 7710 Integrative Independent Study Project A
MGT 7800 Strategy in Organizations
MGT 8800 Integrative Independent Study Project B
MHS 7000 Contemporary Issues in Homeland Security
MHS 7001 Sociology of Terrorism
MHS 7002 Legal Aspects and Policy of Homeland Security
MHS 7003 Risk Assessment & Management
MHS 7004 Crisis Leadership
One Elective
Total of core and concentration courses is 12 courses equaling 36 credit hours.
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.
