Emergency & Security Studies
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Degrees & Certificates
Online Master's Degrees
Master of Professional Studies in Emergency Management
- Develop the strategic and analytical skills to plan for and prevent emergencies within complex organizations such as corporations, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations. Find degree-specific information here.
- 11 graduate courses. 9 core, 1 elective, 1 capstone
- Complete online in 18 months
Master of Professional Studies in Homeland Security
- Prepare to work in the fields of emergency management, intelligence analysis, counterterrorism analysis, cyber security, border protection and security, and infrastructure protection at all levels of government and in the private sector. Find degree-specific information here.
- 11 graduate courses. 7 core, 3 electives, 1 capstone
- Complete online in 18 months
Online & On-Campus
Bachelor's Degrees
Bachelor of Arts in Homeland Security Studies
- Learn about homeland security and border protections, emergency management, counterterrorism, cybersecurity, and critical infrastructure protection. Find degree-specific information here.
- 120 credits (40 courses), with 11 courses in the Homeland Security major
- Transfer up to 60 credits, including up to 24 credits for work or life experience.
- Complete on-campus, online, or in combination in 2- 4 years
4+1 Program: BA to MPS in 5 years
- Students enrolled in any Tulane undergraduate program may count two graduate courses (two 6000- or 7000-level courses) completed during their senior year towards both their undergraduate and master’s degrees.
- After the first two courses, all courses taken toward the graduate degree are billed at a 20% tuition discount for two years after the student is admitted.
- Learn more about the Accelerated Master’s Degree Program here.
Online Graduate Certificates
Graduate Certificates in Emergency Management
- Learn assessment, planning, and communication protocols tailored toward the elevated study of crisis management procedures. Find certificate-specific information here.
- Graduate certificates in Emergency Management and Advanced Emergency Management. Graduate certificates may be applied towards a master’s degree.
- 4 graduate courses.
- Complete online in 9 months
Graduate Certificate in Intelligence
- Explore the relationship between intelligence and national security, the use of intelligence in policy making and implementation, and privacy rights. Find certificate-specific information here.
- Graduate certificates may be applied towards a master’s degree.
- 4 graduate courses.
- Complete online in 9 months
Graduate Certificate in Open Source Intelligence
- Learn the practical applications of open-source intelligence, including information collections and techniques, information analysis, ethics, and information operation. Find certificate-specific information here.
- Graduate certificates may be applied towards a master’s degree.
- 4 graduate courses.
- Complete online in 9 months
Graduate Certificate in Security Management
- Develop the practical skills necessary to help defend corporations and businesses from criminal acts, terrorism, and disasters. Find certificate-specific information here.
- Graduate certificate in Security Management may be applied towards a master’s degree.
- 4 graduate courses.
- Complete online in 9 months
Graduate Certificate in Sport Security
- Covers the fundamentals of emergency management, physical security, and major threats faced by sporting and event venues. Find certificate-specific information here.
- Graduate certificates may be applied towards a master’s degree.
- 4 graduate courses.
- Complete online in 9 months
“SoPA gave me much more than a textbook education. It gave me the ability to approach my professional life with a broader outlook and a more capable network.”
—Chris Cox, SoPA ’18
Faculty Who Practice
What They Teach
By day, our professors are leaders in the fields of intelligence, security, and emergency response. They bring their daily experience to the classroom to ensure you are learning real-world professional skills to further your career. Industry leaders serving on program advisory boards ensure faculty teach relevant curriculum connected to the real-world.
Where Our Graduates Work
Tulane SoPA Emergency and Security Studies graduates are flexing their skills through leadership roles at some of the country’s most innovative agencies including FEMA, CIA, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the City of New Orleans and the LSU Office of Emergency Preparedness.
Engaging & Flexible Student Experience, On-Campus & Online
Industry Partnerships & Career Guidance
Partnerships that translate into industry certifications, credit for experience, & career advancement opportunities.
Innovative Online
& On-Campus Courses
Never watch a boring PowerPoint. We’ve developed the most interactive courses around.
Relevant
Curriculum
Our courses are constantly refreshed and informed by what leaders in emergency & security fields expect from graduates.
Partnering for Student Opportunities
Our program partners with Marine Corps College of Distance Education, National Guard Bureau Homeland Security Institute, and U.S. Strategic Command (STRATCOM). View all industry partnerships here.
Meet the Advisory Board
The Emergency & Security Studies curriculum is guided by experienced faculty and a knowledgeable advisory board that helps ensure the most up-to-date and relevant skillsets are being taught to our students.
Featured Members
Norman Hayes
Rear Admiral, United States Navy (Ret.)
Harry Norman
Senior Security Manager, Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts, Training & Development
Candace Rondeaux
Director, Future Frontlines Program, New America
Tafaimamao Tua-Tupula
State Director, University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, American Samoa Community College
EMERGENCY & SECURITY STUDIES ADVISORY BOARD
Facts at a Glance
Admissions Process
Tulane SoPA accepts students on a rolling basis, year-round. Start dates every August, January, and May. We never require test scores or recommendations. Visit our Admissions Process page to learn more.
Tuition
All tuition is charged by the credit hour and we have minimal fees. Visit our tuition page to see our current tuition rates and use our net price calculator.
Financial Assistance
We strive to make a Tulane SoPA education affordable for all students. Learn about financial aid, discounts and scholarship opportunities here.
Portfolio Assessment
Earn credit for your work experience through a portfolio assessment. Undergraduates can earn up to 24 portfolio credits. Graduate students can earn up to 6 portfolio credits.
Career Advising
SoPA offers career advising to all enrolled students.
SoPA graduate student Aubry Tedford has created a video to raise awareness about human sex trafficking and hopes to someday help eradicate this form of modern-day slavery. The video and a PowerPoint presentation will be used as part of the curriculum she will help teach in a class.
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