Homeland Security (Graduate Certificate)

Program Overview

The Homeland Security Graduate Certificate from Arizona State University equips students with knowledge and skills in terrorism, global security, cybersecurity, and law enforcement. The program offers a combination of required courses and electives, including an optional study abroad experience in Israel. Graduates are prepared for careers in homeland security, including supervisory and management positions in criminal justice agencies.

Program Outline

Homeland Security (Graduate Certificate)

Degree Overview:

• The Graduate Certificate in Homeland Security focuses on homeland security as a field related to organizational security.
• current international and domestic terrorism issues, global security, intelligence analysis, cybersecurity issues, crime prevention, and law enforcement
• The program equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful career in homeland security.

Outline:

• Required Courses (12 credit hours):
• CRJ 553: Terrorism and Weapons of Mass Destruction
• CRJ 554: Homeland Security
• CRJ 557: Seminar in Domestic Terrorism
• CRJ 558: Seminar in International Terrorism
• Electives or Research (6 credit hours):
• Students can choose from a variety of electives and research opportunities.

Careers:

• Graduates of the program find strong job markets in the public and private sectors.
• Potential career paths include supervisory and management positions in criminal justice agencies (federal, state, and local), such as:
• Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency
• U.S. Customs and Border Protection
• U.S. Secret Service
• Local law enforcement agencies

Other:

• The program is offered online with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year.