The ?programme offered by Eastern Kentucky University?is directed to preparing students for responsible careers in safety, security, and emergency management. Students are prepared to draw logically sound conclusions, to think creatively, to communicate effectively, and to appreciate the role and responsibilities of the safety, security, and emergency management administration/professionals.

The objectives of the graduate Safety, Security, and Emergency Management program are:

  • To provide a broad based program that affords the depth of education, the specialized skills, and the sense of creativity that will allow the graduate to practice in and contribute to the field of safety, security, and emergency management.
  • To provide an avenue for a highly mobile and marketable career to individuals wishing to pursue graduate education in the Safety, Security and Emergency Management discipline.
  • To add to the body of knowledge through scholarly activity, research, and advanced professional training.
  • To provide safety, security, and emergency management practitioners with leadership skills needed for the planning and delivery of loss prevention and safety services at the state, regional, and national levels.

Careers

Where Are Recent Graduates of the Program Employed?

  • State and Federal OSHA
  • Homeland security positions in state and federal government
  • Marathon Oil
  • Amazon.com
  • Georgia-Pacific