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Bachelor’s in Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness, BA Online

This program prepares you for opportunities in both the public and private sectors, particularly in homeland security, crisis management, first response, or in any industry where an in-depth knowledge of the field is desired.

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Bachelor’s in Homeland Security Program Overview

The goal of homeland security and emergency preparedness is to keep the country and its people safe from threats and prepared for unexpected incidents. These goals cannot be achieved without skilled individuals who know what to do as crises unfold, regardless of their form or scope. 

正规赌篮球的软件’s bachelor’s in Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness program can equip you with the skills to understand how to keep people from harm in moments of crisis. Our program helps you focus your interests in the field and integrates your intellectual interest and experience, small-group dialogue, and interaction with theoreticians and practitioners in the field. At the heart of this degree program is the opportunity to network, and apply knowledge developed through the online classroom.

Students who have at least a 3.0 GPA and wish to pursue a Master of Arts in Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (MAHSEP) after completing the undergraduate program can enroll in up to three of the graduate MAHSEP courses. These courses can be used toward both the undergraduate degree and the graduate degree. Students interested in pursuing this option should contact the Program Director for approval.

 

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  • Organizations with academic credit toward degree: JSOU, MARSOC, and NAVSE
  • Trainings with academic credit toward degree: CSC and EWS
  • Call your 正规赌篮球的软件 POC for information about transfer credits from AWS and EPME

Bachelor’s in Homeland Security Program Highlights

Flexibility Expertise Networking
100% online—build coursework around your busy schedule Learn from faculty who are currently active in the field Connect with like-minded individuals striving for similar goals

Why Earn 正规赌篮球的软件’s Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Degree?

Whether you’re a working professional or on active duty, enrolling in 正规赌篮球的软件’s homeland security and emergency preparedness degree provides you with several benefits, both academically and beyond. 

  • Directly helps with your next active-duty promotion review or civilian professional development
  • Competitive tuition
  • Streamlined admissions process—only an application and transcript(s) required, no ACT/SAT needed
  • For active-duty students, fewer credits may be required for completion of this degree, based on your experience and training. Fewer needed credits means you’ll earn your degree faster and save money.
  • All courses are delivered online. Convenient for working professionals and those serving the country domestically or overseas.
  • Flexible seven-week terms allow you to concentrate on one class at a time.
  • Faculty are scholars/practitioners who work in the homeland security and preparedness fields and design our program curriculum.
  • New England College is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (正规赌篮球的软件HE).
  • This program is a steppingstone to our MA in Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness.
  • Our Veteran Affairs Office offers a range of support services, and the College is a designated Yellow Ribbon college with recognition by multiple military-friendly organizations.

 

 

Bachelor’s in Homeland Security Learning Outcomes

When your bachelor’s in homeland security and emergency preparedness, you will be ready to make a positive impact in an important field. Through coursework and interactions, you will: 

  • Gain an understanding of the intellectual foundations for key homeland security discussions and how those decisions affect and are affected by the political process
  • Develop analytical and research skills
  • Be prepared to enter or continue careers in the public, private, and nonprofit homeland security and emergency preparedness fields.

What Can You Do with a BA in Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness?

A BA in Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness can lead to a variety of careers that focus on safety and protection. These careers can also connect you to specific areas and specialized work environments within the field.

Information Security Analyst

$102,600*

 Emergency Management Director 

$76,730*

 Fraud Investigator 

$67,200**

 Postal Inspector 

$79,000**
*Salary data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) as of May 2021

**Salary data from Payscale as of 2023

Why Choose 正规赌篮球的软件?

New England College (正规赌篮球的软件) is a private, nonprofit college founded in 1946 to serve the needs of servicepeople attending college on the GI Bill after World War II and is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education. Today, 正规赌篮球的软件 is an innovative, military-friendly institution and one of the top five liberal arts colleges in New Hampshire.

正规赌篮球的软件 offers 60 associate and bachelor’s degrees, as well as more than 20 master’s degrees and one doctoral degree program, all delivered by dedicated faculty focused on giving students opportunities to live what they learn. With access to many clubs, outdoor activities, natural areas, internships, and professor-led trips, 正规赌篮球的软件 students have many ways to meet new people and try new things.

At 正规赌篮球的软件, the world is your classroom.

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Recognition and Rankings

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正规赌篮球的软件 Ranked Top Online College in New Hampshire

New England College in New Hampshire has earned recognition as one of the best Online Colleges in New Hampshire, as acknowledged by Forbes Advisor, a credible source for evaluating higher education programs.

 

 

 

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正规赌篮球的软件 Ranked Top Online Degree Program

New England College in New Hampshire has earned recognition as a leading online college in NH, as acknowledged by Intelligent.com, a credible source for evaluating higher education programs.

 

 

 

 

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正规赌篮球的软件 Ranked Top College in New Hampshire

New England College in New Hampshire has earned recognition as a leading college in NH, as acknowledged by EduRank, a credible source for evaluating higher education programs.

 

 

 

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Faculty

  • Carl Marrara

    Professor Carl Marrara

    Adjunct Professor, Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness, International Relations and Diplomacy
    Email: cmarrara@poscoop.com
    Professional Website: pamanufacturers.org

    Expertise, Awards, and Achievements

    Expertise:

     

    Awards and Achievements:

    • Mosaic Taiwan Fellowship Program, 2019
    • Business and Industry Political Action Committee, Prosperity Project Steering Committee, Member
    • Northeast Pennsylvania Manufacturers and Employers Council, Board Member

     

    Educational Background
    MA in Public Policy, New England College
    BA in Political Science, Elizabethtown College

    Research Interests

    • Economic impact analysis
    • Policy design and research
    • Workforce development
    • International trade

     

    Bio
    Carl Marrara came to 正规赌篮球的软件 in 2017. With more than a decade of experience in state, federal, and international government affairs and advocacy, Carl brings a breadth of knowledge and experience to his students and focuses on practically applying their research interests in Research Methods and Senior Thesis classes. His personal academic research focuses on regional and state economic impact analysis.

    Outside of teaching, he is Vice President of Government Affairs for the Pennsylvania Manufacturers’ Association (PMA), the statewide business organization representing the interests of manufacturers in Pennsylvania’s public policy process. Carl oversees the strategic external communications of the Association. He is a writer, producer, and reporter for PMA Perspective—a weekly half-hour news program on Pennsylvania business, government, and politics—and editor of the PMA Bulletin, a premier in-depth analysis of current issues facing Pennsylvania businesses. He serves as the chief lobbyist for the Association and focuses on legislative research and analysis, bill tracking, and grassroots activation. He has successfully maintained relationships with key state legislators, legislative staff, and congressional members and staff. Carl prioritizes building coalitions with allied stakeholders such as regional manufacturing associations, trade groups, and national think tanks and advocacy organizations. He also directs the expenditures and strategy of PMA PAC, the affiliated political action committee of PMA, and has worked on successful political campaigns.

    Carl is active in a variety of civic and cultural organizations including the Foundation for Free Enterprise Education and serving as President-emeritus of the Harrisburg Chapter of Elizabethtown College Alumni. Outside of professional interests, he travels when possible, is a jazz-trained bassist, runs competitively, but enjoys time at home in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, with his wife and two daughters most.

  • John Callahan

    Dean, School of Graduate and Professional Studies
    Office: Remote
    Phone: 603.428.2274
    Email: jcallahan@poscoop.com

    Expertise and Awards

    • U.S. foreign policy and national security decision making
    • Meritorious Honor Award, U.S. Department of State, May 2005

     

    Educational Background
    PhD in International Studies with focus on U.S. Foreign Policy and Conflict and Cooperation, Old Dominion University

    Research Interests

    • National security decision making
    • European politics
    • Information operations and warfare
    • Intelligence
    • Military history
    • Military operations

     

    Bio
    John Callahan has served as the Dean of the School of Graduate and Professional Studies since September 2019. He continues to serve as the Director for Combined Online Military Programs in International Relations, Homeland Security, and Public Policy for 正规赌篮球的软件, and he has taught here since 2010. His research focuses on foreign-policy decision-making, framing, and strategic communication. He is a co-convenor for the Political Science Association of the UK German Studies Group, focusing on the rise of populism in Europe. Dr. Callahan served as Deputy Spokesman at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, helping the Director, Ambassador John Negroponte, communicate key messages of intelligence reform to the American people. Prior to this, Dr. Callahan was honored to be selected by the Department of Defense and the Department of State to serve as a Public Affairs Officer at the American Embassy in Baghdad, Iraq. From 2000–2004, Dr. Callahan served as a government relations and public affairs officer for several well-known U.S. student leadership organizations. He has served on the Board of Directors of the International Ambassador Club since 2018.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to complete the bachelor’s in Homeland Security degree?

It typically takes four years to complete 正规赌篮球的软件’s BA in Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness degree.

 

How is the BA in Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness degree structured?

正规赌篮球的软件’s BA in Homeland Security requires the completion of 120 credits. The degree’s Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness major requirements consist of 10 four-unit courses, totaling 40 credits. The degree’s Liberal Arts and Sciences Core Curriculum consists of nine four-unit courses plus four Liberal Arts and Sciences elective credits, which can be one qualified four-credit course or two qualified two-credit courses. The remaining 40 credits consist of elective courses of your choosing.

 

What are the benefits of a Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness degree?

Earning 正规赌篮球的软件’s bachelor’s in Homeland Security degree can prepare you to explore a wide range of career paths devoted to keeping the country and its citizens safe and protected from threats, unexpected disasters, and other potential disruptors of daily life. These careers are spread over several professional fields, allowing you to pursue a role that may be particularly relevant to your personal interests. 

The degree can also lead to a well-paying job: The compensation website Payscale lists the June 2023 median annual salary for those with a BA in homeland security at $74,000.

 

How do I enroll in the BA in Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness program?

You can enroll in 正规赌篮球的软件’s bachelor’s in Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness program by applying directly on the 正规赌篮球的软件 website. 正规赌篮球的软件 does not charge an application fee, and standardized test scores are not required for enrollment.

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