Overview
By combining essential leadership and management skills with in-depth knowledge of homeland security strategies, the Homeland Security program equips students with the tools required to help keep the nation safe.
Ideally located just blocks from the World Trade Center, Pace University’s Manhattan campus is a hub for the study of homeland security. Our online students benefit from the same rigorous curriculum and access to resources as our on-campus students, and have the opportunity to study subjects including:
- Public sector management
- Public sector strategic planning and budgeting
- U.S. Constitution and ethical issues
- Policy analysis and program evaluation
- International human rights
- Intelligence gathering strategies
- Technology and critical infrastructure protection
- Public health issues for homeland security leaders
Who Can Benefit?
The online Homeland Security program from Pace University equips individuals from a range of educational and professional backgrounds including cybersecurity, criminal justice, emergency management, fire service, public health, military, teaching, psychology, and more to respond to unforeseen threats or disasters. These students often have goals that may include:
- Entering the field of homeland security
- Transitioning to a different branch within homeland security
- Being promoted to leadership positions in the field
- Obtaining a higher salary
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Strategic Planning and Budgeting
- Comparative Government for Homeland Security
- Critical Infrastructure Protection
- U.S. Constitution and Ethical Issues
- International Human Rights
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
IT Security Terrorism & Security Cyber Security View 144 other Masters in IT Security in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Online MHS candidates are required to hold a four-year undergraduate degree or equivalent from a regionally accredited institution (minimum 3.0 GPA). There are no prerequisites and candidates may apply with an undergraduate degree in any field.
- Completed application
- Official transcripts from all previously attended colleges and/or universities.
- Current resume
- Personal statement
- Two (2) letters of recommendation
Tuition Fee
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International
24600 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 820 USD per credit during 12 months. -
National
24600 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 820 USD per credit during 12 months. -
In-State
24600 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 820 USD per credit during 12 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.