Program Overview

Sport Security Management Graduate Certificate

The Sport Security Management Graduate Certificate program from the University of Southern Mississippi is designed to provide the management capabilities needed to meet the safety and security challenges in a sports environment. This online certificate is tailored to help individuals achieve their professional goals in sport security management.

Program-at-a-Glance

• Credit Hours: Total Hours - 12
• Cost per Credit Hour: $578.12
• Completion Time: 1 semester
• Special Requirements: Must have a bachelor's degree.

Course Requirements

The program consists of the following required courses:

• Sport Security Management | 3 hrs.
• Threat and Risk Assessment of Sport Venues | 3 hrs.
• Sport Event Emergency Response Planning | 3 hrs.

Elective Requirement

• Any graduate SM course approved by the student's advisor (3 hrs.)

Additional Note

Please note that the above information is meant to be a guide and is not official. For further information regarding courses for this degree, see the University Bulletin. Not all course choices listed in the University Bulletin are available online, but sufficient online options are available to complete this degree.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Who is the advisor for this program? The advisor for this program is Dr. Chris Croft.
• Is this program eligible for financial aid? No, currently the certificate programs are not eligible for financial aid.
• Who can earn the certificate? Students with a bachelor's degree may earn the certificate.
• How many classes can I take per semester? 1-2 classes.
• When can I start? Fall, Spring, or Summer.
• Do I need any special equipment or software? Students can access the class through the internet from any computer with internet access. Most courses require use of word processing or spreadsheet software (Microsoft Office is preferred).

Admission Requirements

The following is required from all graduate applicants:

• Must be admitted to the Sport Security Management Certificate program to enroll in classes.
• See Academic Requirements and Procedures.

Program Requirements and Academic Policies

See General Degree Requirements and General Academic Information.

Accreditation

The University of Southern Mississippi is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

Estimated Tuition

Estimated Tuition for the Sport Security Management Graduate Certificate:

• Total Credit Hours Per Semester: 9
• Tuition Per Semester: $5,473.00