Master of Arts in Management for Public Safety and Homeland

Security Professionals

The need for qualified safety and security professionals is expanding at all levels. Pace can help you lead the charge.Pace University’s MA in Management for Public Safety and Homeland Security Professionals prepares students to meet the challenges of a post-9/11 world, including preventing crime and terrorist attacks, protecting against human and natural hazards, and managing large-scale safety plans for both the public and private sectors.

n Fast and flexible—The program can be completed in two years from the convenience of your home or office, with the majority of coursework online and six on-campus weekend residencies.

n Developed and taught by leaders in the field—Our faculty members are at the forefront of the profession, with diverse backgrounds and experiences with a variety of organizations, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA); state and local police, fire, and public health organizations; and corporate security firms.

n Unique programming, unique partnerships—Pace is one of the select few universities to partner with the Naval Postgraduate School Center for Homeland Defense and Security, giving students access to their curriculum, distance learning technology, Homeland Security Digital Library, and other resources.

“I am building a sturdy foundation to assume greater responsibilities in order to protect our homeland. The different views—from a variety of fields and experience levels—make the course unique from other classes I have taken. If you’re looking for a challenge, then this is the place.”

—Matthew J. Cassidy ’12 US Military Academy at West Point

A Military Friendly SchoolPace University recognizes and honors the commitment and sacrifices our brave soldiers have demonstrated during times of crises. In fact, Pace University was selected by G.I. Jobs magazine as a Military Friendly School for 2012, an honor awarded to only 15 percent of all colleges, universities, and trade schools nationwide.

We are firmly committed to assisting veterans in pursuing higher education. We provide financial assistance through our Veterans Scholarship, which can

cover half the tuition for full and part-time undergraduate and graduate students. Additionally, admitted veterans are eligible to receive need-based financial aid from Pace as well as benefits offered by the GI Bill. Veteran students may be eligible to receive full coverage of tuition through our Yellow Ribbon Program, and Pace also provides application fee waivers to all veteran applicants.

“Leadership is important in all situations. But equally, if not more important, are managers who know how to use their expertise and use transferable skills to

address any situation.”

Professor and Chair of the program, Joseph F. Ryan, PhD, is a national expert on community policing,

a 25-year veteran of the New York City Police Department, and has served as an expert on

police management and on preparedness strategies for all hazards.

The Program The MA in Management for Public Safety and Homeland Security Professionals is a 33-36 credit program with a required master’s project. The program’s blended learning format offers flexibility for working students. Courses are offered on a trimester basis with a required one-day, eight-hour weekend residency for each class at Pace’s Pleasantville Campus. The remainder of the coursework is completed online. The full program can be completed in two years.

Required Core Courses (15 credits)

Mandatory Orientation

Introduction to Homeland Security 3

Public Sector Management 3

Strategic Planning and Budgeting 3

U.S. Constitution and Ethical Issues 3

Policy Analysis and Program Evaluation 3

Additional/Elective Courses (18–21 credits)*

Comparative Governments 3

International Human Rights 3

Intelligence Gathering Strategies for Homeland Security 3

Technology and Critical Infrastructure Protection 3

Multidisciplinary Approaches to Homeland Security 3

Special Topics in Homeland Security 3

Psychology and Terrorism/Fear 3

Research Colloquium and Capstone Seminar 3

Total Credits: 33-36

*Students choosing to complete a master’s thesis are required to complete only 33 credits. Thesis students will select at least five courses from this grouping plus the Research Colloquium and Capstone Seminar for a minimum of 18 credits. All students will complete a master’s project.

Visit us online at www.pace.edu/homelandsecurity

and learn how you can advance your career in public safety and homeland security with Pace.

Courses are offered online with residencies at:

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