Frequently Asked Questions

What Kind of Program Is It?

Walden University's Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) with a specialization in Terrorism, Mediation, and Peace is an online program designed to prepare current public safety administration professionals for disaster prevention and intervention strategies. The M.P.A. program with a specialization in Terrorism, Mediation, and Peace is offered in a course-based format with a prescribed sequence. The cross-disciplinary curriculum includes a review of public administration concepts and applications, economic considerations in public policy, and the role of strategic planning and collaboration in the public sector. Coursework focuses on public sector budgeting, policy analysis, social justice, and organizational management. You will examine organizational culture, workforce development, and the role of leadership and management in public organizations. Specialization coursework examines the psychology of terrorism, the U.S. Patriot Act and similar measures, the impact of trauma, and disaster contingency plans.

What Are the Prerequisites?

The program is designed for administrative professionals with an interest in homeland security. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree. Applicants may need to complete additional requirements.

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. To earn Walden University's M.P.A. with a specialization in Terrorism, Mediation, and Peace, you must complete 66 credit hours. The required courses are listed below.

Required Courses

• Introduction to Public Administration
• Foundations for Graduate Study
• Ethics and Social Justice
• Organizational Management and Leadership
• Finance and Budgeting for the Public Sector
• Human Resource Management: Building a Capable Workforce
• Public Sector Economics
• Strategic Planning: Collaboration, Cooperation, and Coordination
• Public Policy Analysis
• Applied Research and Evaluation Methods
• Public Policy Implications of Terrorism Legislation and Policies
• Disaster, Crisis, and Trauma
• Psychology of Terrorism
• Capstone Seminar

What Could I Do After I Graduate?

Career Opportunities:

Students of Walden University's M.P.A. program with a specialization in Terrorism, Mediation, and Peace can pursue careers in public safety or homeland security administration, management, or consulting.

Positions that graduates may seek include:

• Counter-terrorism unit
• Homeland security analyst
• Department of state
• Intelligence analysis
• National security administration
• Special investigations

Advanced Degrees

In addition to seeking public security positions, graduates of Walden University's M.P.A. program with a specialization in Terrorism, Mediation, and Peace may choose to pursue advanced education. Earning a doctoral degree in public safety administration or homeland security may prepare you for positions in federal agencies, homeland security, counter-terrorism, or research. Degrees listed are not institution-specific but constitute a sampling of continuing education options for graduates. Degrees you could pursue include:

• Doctor of Terrorism Studies
• Doctor of Public Safety Administration
• Doctor of Public Policy
• Doctor of Homeland Security Policy