Graduate Programs
Certificate Programs
Security Assessment Management, Post-baccalaureate Certificate (Online)
Program Description | | Online
Instruction | | Admission
Requirements | | Certificate
Requirements | | Course Descriptions
Program Description
The graduate certificate in Security Assessment and Management
is embedded in the Master
of Science degree in Integrated Homeland Security Management.
They form an interdisciplinary program to provide an applied graduate
education for personnel working in various areas of homeland security,
risk protection and management, emergency response, and crisis communications.
The intent is to provide students with advanced studies and experience
to extend their expertise in one area while reaching out to work
with other areas in an integrated response.
The courses of the certificate are the five core courses of the
master degree program. They provide a base to familiarize
students with the overall issues and concerns of homeland security.
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Online Instruction
The Integrated Homeland Security program is now offers students
the option to complete the entire degree program online, starting
fall 2006. The goal of the online program is to provide students
all the necessary resources at their finger tips. Students participate
in online classroom discussions and review class materials whenever
they choose. The university utilizes Blackboard as the learning
platform for all online courses, so there is a consistent format
from course to course. The application process and curriculum requirements
for online learners are identical to those for students attending
courses on Towson's campus.
Tentative Online course availability for fall 2006 includes:
- IHSM.611.101 Critical National Infrastructures
- IHSM.613.XXX Emergency Communication and Management
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Admission Requirements
Admission requirements for the certificate are the same as for the
degree. Students admitted to the program must have a bachelor's degree
in a relevant field (for example, political science, health science,
information technology, or others). Three years post-bachelor's experience
working in health, information technology, security, or related areas
is recommended. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.00 (on
a scale of 4.00) on the most recent 60 units of graduate or undergraduate
work. Applicants must submit a resume and a one-to-two
page statement describing their past relevant experience, their career
goals, and how they expect this program to support their career goals.
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Certificate Requirements
Students must complete a total of at least 15 units. The following
five courses are all required.
--IHSM 611 Critical National Infrastructures
--IHSM 612 Planning, Prevention, and Management of Risk
--IHSM 613 Emergency Communication and Management
--IHSM 614 Team Building
--IHSM 615 Analysis/Assessment of Strategic and Tactical Planning
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Course Descriptions
For course descriptions, see the online
catalog. (Be sure to click on "Graduate Catalog".)
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For information on all matters related to admissions, fees, or
registration, please contact the Graduate School at 410-704-2501.
Towson University is in compliance with federal and state laws and
regulations that prohibit illegal discrimination.
The university does not discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation.
D&P 0899.27
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