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Homeland Security and Emergency Management (M.S.)

Master Degree
Idaho State University
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Instruction Method
Online
Time to Degree
2 semesters

About the Program

A Master’s in Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM) from Idaho State University integrates security studies with the systematic approach necessary to effectively prevent and deter intentional acts and build strong capabilities to respond and recover from all hazards that threaten the U.S. This multidisciplinary security and emergency management-based graduate program are designed to enhance students’ abilities to assess risk, implement emergency protocols and lead in a complex environment with partners from the whole community and all layers of society. Resiliency requires professionals who recognize the threats and who can lead private, public, and nonprofit organizations to withstand small and large stressors and shocks that could disrupt vital systems. Students will explore complex systems and design thinking, cybersecurity, disaster management, intelligence, counterterrorism, risk management, and critical emerging issues.

This program provides a more well-rounded field of study that encompasses all types of threats. Other similar programs focus more on one aspect of homeland security, such as terrorism, criminal justice, or emergency management. This program provides a more comprehensive spectrum of topics related to current-day security and public safety issues facing our country.

Program Requirements

Idaho State University’s Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM) Master’s of Science Degree program consists of 30 credits, nine online courses, and a six-credit research thesis or Capstone project that will contribute to the overall discipline. Participants spend an average of 13-15 hours on their courses each week during the online distance learning periods of study. Activities include reading assigned materials, participating in online discussions with faculty members and other participants, and preparing papers and projects.

  • Scope and Sequence take the following courses, take 24 credits
    24 credits
    Take the following courses:
    HSEM5510 - Syst Thkg & Sensemaking
    3 credits
    HSEM5520 - Societal Resilience
    3 credits
    HSEM5530 - Anlyz Risk & Prot Critical Sys
    3 credits
    HSEM5540 - Health & Medical Disaster Mgmt
    3 credits
    HSEM5560 - Multidiscpln Approach to HS
    3 credits
    HSEM5570 - Successful HSEM Leadership
    3 credits
    HSEM6610 - Cyber Threats and Security
    3 credits
    HSEM6620 - Intel Terror Domestc Extrmism
    3 credits
  • Capstone/Thesis take 6 credits, take at least 1 course
    6 credits
    Select either the Capstone series or Thesis series below:
    HSEM6680 - Capstone Project Stage 1
    2 credits
    HSEM6680 - Capstone Project Stage 1
    2 credits
    HSEM6680 - Capstone Project Stage 1
    2 credits
    HSEM6690 - Thesis
    1 - 6 credits
    HSEM6690 - Thesis
    1 - 6 credits
    HSEM6690 - Thesis
    1 - 6 credits
Grand Total Credits
30

* Please note that you must meet with an advisor each semester in order to verify degree completion time as well as online course offerings for the program requirements.