Online Master of Arts in Emergency Management and Homeland Security – Cybersecurity Policy and Management

Learn to mitigate cyber risks and defend critical infrastructure from malicious actors with Arizona State University’s online Master of Arts in emergency management and homeland security with a concentration in cybersecurity policy and management. This program prepares you to address digital threats and strengthen resilience across organizations and communities.

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Quick facts

Next start date: 01/12/2026

Total classes: 11

Weeks per class: 7.5

Total credit hours: 33

Elevate your career in cyber risk management, policy and planning

Will my diploma say 'online'?

No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”

Cybersecurity policy and management master’s courses

This program builds knowledge in risk management, incident preparedness and disaster response through six core courses. Two concentration courses emphasize cybersecurity policy in the U.S. and key principles of information protection. You’ll complete your studies with electives and an applied project.

The jobs in cybersecurity policy and management you’ll be prepared for

Protecting assets and responding to emerging technological threats are priorities across industries, which is why this program promotes interdisciplinary learning. After graduation, you can apply your expertise in hazard mitigation, emergency management and risk management across all levels of government, as well as in nonprofit and private organizations. Potential career paths include:

Learn from professionals in cybersecurity policy and management

The impressive faculty in the Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions inspire the next generation of public service leaders through real-world solutions to issues in areas such as child welfare, safety, city management, human trafficking and water scarcity. Faculty highlights include:

Fellow of the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences
Fellow of the American Psychological Association
Member of the National Academy of Public Administration

Learn from professionals in cybersecurity policy and management

Fellow of the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences
Fellow of the American Psychological Association
Member of the National Academy of Public Administration

How to apply

Applicants to the Master of Arts in criminal justice program must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions.

Nationally recognized public service programs

The Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions is a comprehensive public service college dedicated to addressing social problems through teaching, research and service. Our programs, which range from public policy and social work to criminal justice and emergency management, are designed to prepare graduates to make a difference in their communities.

#2

best graduate homeland security and emergency management programs, according to U.S. News & World Report.

#2

in the U.S. and #7 in the world for hospitality, leisure, sport and tourism, according to the Center for World University Rankings.

Top 5

Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management in the nation, according to U.S. News & Report.

Top 10

best online master's in criminal justice programs for veterans, according to U.S. News & World Report.

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