Overview
With a graduate certificate in Homeland Security Management from University of Maryland University College, you'll gain practical experience in performing security risk assessments, planning for and managing operational recovery, and developing strategies to protect people, facilities, and critical infrastructure. UMUC was named a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance and Cyber Defense Education by the National Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security
The programme
At University of Maryland University College (UMUC), our students come first. We strive to provide cutting-edge classes with students' busy schedules in mind.
Courses are offered on evenings and weekends, entirely online, or in a hybrid format that alternates between on-site class meetings and online study. And to help you make the most of your academic experience, UMUC offers a wide array of support services and resources, including:
- 24-hour library service
- Transfer credit evaluations
- Academic advising
- Career counseling
- Writing support
- Flexible payment options
- Tutoring and mentoring programs
- Student academic clubs
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Orientation to Graduate Studies at UMUC
- Concepts in Homeland Security
- Resilience Planning and Preparedness for Disaster Response and Recovery
- The Law, Regulation and Ethics of Information Assurance
- Energy Infrastructure Security
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Military Science Management Studies Terrorism & Security View 802 other Masters in Management Studies in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Official documentation indicating successful completion of the equivalent of a U.S. baccalaureate degree: If you were educated in a country other than the United States, you must have your official transcripts evaluated by an independent credit evaluation service. The evaluation company will send a copy of the evaluation to both you and UMUC. However, providing your transcript does not ensure admission to the Graduate School.
- English language proficiency: If you were educated outside of the U.S., you need to demonstrate college-level proficiency in written English to UMUC.
Tuition Fee
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International
19770 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 659 USD per credit during 12 months. -
National
19770 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 659 USD per credit during 12 months. -
In-State
15120 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 504 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.