Master of Science (MS) in Public Safety - Emergency Management

The master's degree program in public safety focuses on skills related to leadership, emergency management, and criminal justice. The curriculum covers leadership, emergency management and preparedness, homeland security and terrorism, and security management. Successful graduates are prepared for careers in a variety of protective and security professions.

Recent major disasters around the world have brought to light the importance of professionals with advanced leadership skills to oversee the organizations that respond to complex emergencies, such as natural disasters and terrorist attacks. This specialization is designed to deepen your knowledge of how to handle sensitive and unpredictable situations, navigate the many public safety agencies, and deal with varied human reactions. The emergency management specialization is designed for professionals in law enforcement, fire service, or other security fields who want to expertly manage critical incidents.