The goal of the Graduate Certificate in Security and Resilience Studies is to prepare students to manage contemporary transnational risks by offering them an opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of the principles and policies for security and resilience of critical systems. This goal is achieved by:
- Passing a core course in security and resilience policy that introduces students to a comprehensive approach to managing transnational risks
- Passing recommended foundation courses for cyberspace policy, security administration, and counterterrorism specializations that provide a broad perspective on transnational threats and the means states use to address them
- Learning how to work with others in groups and exercise leadership in teams by completing group assignments and projects
The certificate requires students to take three courses for a total of 12 semester hours. This program can be completed at Northeastern University’s Boston campus or online.
Complete all courses and requirements listed below unless otherwise indicated.
Core Requirement
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| POLS 7341 | Security and Resilience Policy | 4 |
Electives
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Complete 8 semester hours from the following: | 8 | |
| Criminology | ||
| Counterterrorism | ||
| Resilient Cities | ||
| International Security | ||
or POLS 5408 | International Security | |
| Cyberconflict | ||
| Special Topics in Public Policy and Urban Affairs | ||
Program Credit/GPA Requirements
12 total semester hours required
Minimum 3.000 GPA required