Online Sport Security Management Certificates

Program-at-a-Glance (Certificate)

Credit Hours:

Total Hours: 12

Cost per Credit Hour:

$519.12

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Completion Time:

1 semester

Special Requirements:

Must have a bachelor's degree.

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Achieve your professional goals with the graduate online Sport Security Management certificate program from Online at Southern Miss. This online program is designed to provide the necessary management capabilities needed to meet the safety and security challenges in the sport environment.

This convenient and affordable program is designed to prepare current and future sports and entertainment professionals with the specialization capabilities and knowledge needed to meet the management challenges of homeland defense and security in a sports environment. Earn your certificate from anywhere, at anytime. Your life, plus college.

Interested in a master’s degree? We also offer a Sport Management online degree (MS) as well as a Sport Event Security MBA!

The University of Southern Mississippi is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools of Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). That means you can expect a program with the highest standards and quality.

Sport Security Management Graduate Certificate

This 12 hour graduate certificate program is designed to provide the necessary management and operational capabilities needed to meet the safety and security challenges in a sports environment. This certificate program is ideal for anyone that needs to acquire skills quickly to launch a career in sport security.

Required Courses

Course	Credits
Introduction to Sport Security Management	3 hrs.
Threat and Risk Assessment of Sport Venues	3 hrs.
Sport Event Emergency Response Planning	3 hrs.

Electives

Choose one elective: Any graduate SM course approved by the student’s advisor.

Additional Note

Please note that the above information is meant to be a guide and is not official. For further information regarding courses for this degree, see the University Bulletin. Please be aware that not all course choices listed in the University Bulletin are available online. However, sufficient online options are available to complete this degree.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this program eligible for financial aid?

No, currently the certificate programs are not eligible for financial aid.

Who can earn the certificate?

Students with a bachelor’s degree may earn the certificate.

How many classes can I take per semester?

1-2 classes.

When can I start?

Fall, Spring, or Summer.

Do I need any special equipment or software?

Students can access the class through the internet from any computer with internet access. Most courses require use of word processing or spreadsheet software (Microsoft Office is preferred).

Who is my advisor or departmental contact?

Dr. Brandon Allen (Brandon.L.Allen@usm.edu)

What other online degrees are offered by Online at Southern Miss?

Please visit our programs page here: https://online.usm.edu/programs/

What are the costs?

As a student enrolled in a certificate program, you are not eligible for financial aid. To find pricing information, click here. For detailed tuition information, click here.

What if I still have questions?

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