Frequently Asked Questions

What Kind of Program Is It?

Once enrolled in Walden University's M.S. in Emergency Management program with a specialization in Homeland Security, you will have the opportunity to develop leadership and communication skills while building an understanding of processes relating to emergency response and recovery techniques, emergency response methods, and homeland security strategies. In the specialization courses, you may participate in discussions covering risk management, critical incident management, the roles of governmental and nongovernmental organizations in emergency management, public policy administration, bioterrorism and cyberterrorism, public health issues, and prevention strategies. The core program focuses on public safety management, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) policies, crisis planning, communication methods, and leadership methods. Concepts and theories learned throughout the program are applied to the development of a research project as part of the program's final capstone course.

What Are the Prerequisites?

Prior to entering the M.S. in Emergency Management program with a specialization in Homeland Security, you should possess a bachelor's degree and some professional experience in a security, law enforcement, or criminal justice environment. Applicants may need to complete additional requirements for some programs.

What Are the Program Requirements?

Degree program curriculum and credits are subject to change, and you should contact Walden University for the most current information before enrolling in a program. Walden University's M.S. in Emergency Management program with a specialization in Homeland Security requires the completion of 51 credits, which includes 30 credits in core courses, 15 credits in the area of specialization, a five-credit capstone, and a one-credit foundation course. Courses are taken sequentially as shown below, with two classes taken in each of the program's six quarters.

M.S. in Emergency Management with a specialization in Homeland Security Requirements

• Foundations for Graduate Study
• Public Safety Issues
• Critical Issues in Emergency Management
• Managing Public Safety Organizations
• Applied Research and Evaluation Methods
• Risk Assessment, Preparedness, and Hazard Mitigation
• Disaster Response and Recovery
• Current Issues in Homeland Security
• Critical Incident Leadership and Planning
• Terrorism: A Systemic Approach for Emergency Preparedness
• Capstone Seminar

What Could I Do After I Graduate?

Career Opportunities

After graduating from Walden University's M.S. in Emergency Management program with a specialization in Homeland Security, you could be prepared to assume administrative or executive positions in the public or private sectors. You could be responsible for developing emergency response plans, assessing terrorist threats, or overseeing communication procedures for government agencies or private corporations. Positions you could pursue include:

• Public safety director
• Corporate security director
• Emergency program director
• Intelligence operations specialist

Career options may require additional experience, training, or other factors beyond the successful completion of this degree program.

Find information on costs, occupation types, completion rates, and median loan debt for this program at http://waldendisclosures.com.

Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, www.ncahlc.org.