Undergraduate Certificate in Security Management
The Security Management Undergraduate Certificate is for students who already have a bachelor's or master's degree and would like to make a career change into the assets protection profession. Assets protection professionals need to have advanced education to be competitive. By acquiring a Security Management Certificate individuals gain important skills and knowledge that allow for successful career transitions into the assets protection profession.
Locations
Twin Cities
Admissions Contact
Ian Pannkuk
(612) 728-5158
The undergraduate certificate program consists of the five required Security Management courses and Managerial Ethics and is 18 total credits.
SM401 Principles of Security Management (3 cr.)This course examines the history, nature, and scope of security as a profession. Fundamentals of security management, types of security organizations, legal requirements, partnerships, and the future of security management are discussed.
SM402 Security Risk Assessment (3 cr.)This course provides the theory and procedures for identifying and protecting institutional assets. It focuses on recognizing risks and providing business case solutions.
SM403 Private Investigation Principles (3 cr.)This course focuses on both criminal and non-criminal investigations. Methods of investigation, interview techniques, and business partner collaborations are discussed.
SM404 Security Techniques and Technology (3 cr.)This course examines current issues, trends, and technologies available to address security problems and issues. Topics include environmental design, executive protection, and technology advances for information and physical security, along with professional development practices.
SM405 Security Leadership and Management (3 cr.)This course examines security leadership as it relates to human resource initiatives, organizational change, business practices, and community partnerships.
MG305 Managerial Ethics (3)This course introduces students to the important moral issues that arise in various organizational contexts. It examines the social, political, and economic environments within which moral issues occur. The ethical concepts and reasoning skills relevant for resolving moral dilemmas are presented.
Faculty
TC - - Adjunct Program Assistant Professor, TC - Program Director, BS in Security Management and MA in Public Safety Administration