Why ODU for Homeland Security?

Our homeland security certificate online program will train you in an "all-hazards" approach to emergency management. This approach helps agencies and communities identify where they are most vulnerable, and create response plans that can be applied in multiple situations.

Your online coursework will provide practical, real-world skills that you can apply immediately in your workplace. When you complete this certificate, you will be able to:

  • Use probability assessment methods to make decisions about managing risk.
  • Navigate the intergovernmental relationships, policies, and regulations that shape our country's response to disasters at the local, state and federal levels.
  • Assist organizations with public relations related to crisis prevention, mitigation, and recovery.
  • Develop cyber threat models using attack graphs/trees, STRIDE, Universal Modeling Language, and other risk analysis tools.

Your assignments will also help you develop key skills in leadership, critical thinking and analysis, logistical planning, communication, and problem solving.

When you complete this program, you will earn a Graduate Certificate in Homeland Security.

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Minimum
12 Credit Hours (four courses)

This online certificate requires two courses in risk analysis and emergency management and policy.

You can choose the other two courses from specific areas, including:

  • cybersecurity and information security
  • cyber systems engineering
  • maritime security
  • collective and global security
  • leadership and management in cybersecurity

The Graduate Certificate in Homeland Security is ideal for: federal, state, and local officials; individuals in in the private sector; security consultants; insurance agencies; local emergency management officials; law enforcement personnel; members of the military; and employees connected with other federal agencies interested in broadening their homeland security education or those that find the program provides valuable and relevant skills.

Participate in live, regularly scheduled online class meetings and access course materials online from any location. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

Minimum
12 Credit Hours (four courses)

This online certificate requires two courses in risk analysis and emergency management and policy.

You can choose the other two courses from specific areas, including:

  • cybersecurity and information security
  • cyber systems engineering
  • maritime security
  • collective and global security
  • leadership and management in cybersecurity

The Graduate Certificate in Homeland Security is ideal for: federal, state, and local officials; individuals in in the private sector; security consultants; insurance agencies; local emergency management officials; law enforcement personnel; members of the military; and employees connected with other federal agencies interested in broadening their homeland security education or those that find the program provides valuable and relevant skills.

Participate in live, regularly scheduled online class meetings and access course materials online from any location. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

Cost & Aid

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In-state Virginia Residents
$620 per credit hour*
Out-of-state Students
$642 per credit hour

Rates are effective Fall 2024 and subject to change.
* In-state rate assumes residency requirements are met.

The newest class of graduates through ODUGlobal celebrated commencement in May 2024.
Scholarships & Aid

Scholarship Opportunities for Online Students

At ODUGlobal, we offer a variety of scholarships to support and empower you in achieving your academic and career goals, making quality education accessible wherever you are. 
 

Careers in Homeland Security

Federal agencies are major employers of homeland security professionals, but jobs can be found in both the public and private sectors across the country.

Your new skills in disaster prevention, preparation, communication, responsiveness and recovery can help you find a career in:

Information Security Analysts
Growth
32.7%
Median Salary
$120,360
First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives
Growth
3.8%
Median Salary
$101,750
Emergency Management Directors
Growth
4.0%
Median Salary
$83,960
Public Safety Telecommunicators
Growth
4.0%
Median Salary
$48,890
Logisticians
Growth
19.3%
Median Salary
$79,400
Occupational Health and Safety Technicians
Growth
11.4%
Median Salary
$57,920

BRIGHT OUTLOOK

Employment of information security analysts is projected to grow 32 percent from 2022 to 2032.
— Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, April 2024

ODUGlobal Graduate Admissions Team

Elaine Ross, Assistant Director of Graduate and International Admissions

Contact us at globalgradadmit@odu.edu about admission requirements, deadlines, or anything else you need to know about the application process!

Angel Baker
Applications Coordinator
Angela Schlender
Applications Coordinator

Ready to Apply?

To take this graduate certificate, you must have a bachelor's degree. You will apply to ODU as a non-degree seeking graduate student and also apply to this certificate program.

Already an ODU student? Ask your advisor about adding this certificate to your graduate program of study.