Security Management
The state and importance of security has changed significantly in the past several years, and properly educated security professionals are in high demand. With the need for organizations and businesses to protect their employees and customers, physical assets, intellectual property and information, and maintain continuity of operations after major disruptive events, private industry is one of the fastest growing security sectors. Currently, private sector spending on security is at least $100 billion per year with over two million people employed, and these figures will continue to grow.
If you are an established or aspiring mid-career security professional responsible for security in commercial, industrial, or governmental organizations this is the degree for you. Today’s security positions are more complex than ever, requiring leadership and management of security operations addressing personnel, property, facility, information, and business continuity security. Our program is designed specifically for business and organizational security management professionals, and the curriculum is based on recommendations from ASIS International. University College is an active member of the ASIS Foundation's Academic/Practitioner Symposium.
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Outcomes for Security Management
Graduates of the Master of Applied Science in Security Management will be able to:
Lead the strategic, planning, and management efforts of private and public sector organizations
Evaluate and analyze emerging security issues, regulations, and threats
Analyze financial implications of security programs and options
Protect vital assets such as people, physical structures and equipment, intellectual property, information and maintain post-incident continuity of operations
Career and Growth Opportunities
Our students are established or aspiring security professionals responsible for security in commercial, industrial, and governmental organizations. They might work in factories, water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, electric utilities, factories, government agencies, or transportation facilities.
Our students might hold or aspire to positions such as: Chief Security Officer, Director of Loss Prevention, Director of Security, Director of Information Security, Security Consultant, Investigator, Firefighter, and Police Officer.
A Master of Applied Science in Security Management can be earned in less than two years by completing 48 credit hours. Graduate certificates allow professionals to add a powerful skill set to their capabilities in one year by completing 24 credit hours. Credits earned as part of a graduate certificate can be applied toward the completion of a University College master’s degree.
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2009/2010 Tuition Rates
Total degree tuition cost based on current year rates:
| Master's Degree | $20,112 |
| Master's Degree Online | $22,080 |
| Certificate | $10,056 |
| Certificate Online | $11,040 |
| Per credit hour rates: | |
| On Campus Per Credit | $419 |
| Online Per Credit | $460 |
Our experienced academic advisors are available to answer questions about our programs and how you can fit returning to school into your busy schedule. Our advisors will work with you to design a degree or certificate that will best help you achieve your professional and personal goals.
contact our program
- Academic Director
John Hill - Academic Advisor
Sarah Bhatti
Our annual schedule is intended as a planning tool, which reflects what classes will be offered and in what format through the upcoming calendar year. This schedule may adjust throughout the year based on course cancellations or the addition of course sections based on student demand.
CAEIAE
The National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) jointly announce the designation of the University of Denver as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education for academic years 2008 through 2013. DU was one of ten universities that received this award.