Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Program Information

Degree Offered

Master of Science in Occupational Safety Management

Format: Online

Program Description:

The Master of Science in Occupational Safety Management provides the safety, health, and environmental professional or aspiring professional with an advanced educational experience to enhance the practice of occupational safety, health and environmental management. Courses within the MSOSM address topics such as occupational safety and health management; hazard control methods; environmental protection; industrial hygiene and toxicology; human factors and ergonomics; fire safety management; disaster preparedness and emergency response; compliance operations; and, systems safety. The curriculum was purposely developed to address industry’s current needs for occupational safety and health professionals and to enable students to pursue terminal degrees should they desire to move into academia or research.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University does have a great reputation in the aviation and aerospace industry; however, this program is not specific to just aviation and aerospace. We aim to enhance the practice of occupational safety, health and environmental management in a variety of occupational and industrial settings including manufacturing, construction, transportation, service industries, federal, state, and local government operations, and insurance companies. Our courses are taught by terminally degreed faculty with extensive experience in the field of occupational safety and health, industrial hygiene and toxicology, safety engineering and environmental health and safety in numerous industries.

Accreditation:

Regionally accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools (SACS).

# of Credits Required:

36

Tuition & Financial Aid

Cost Per Credit Hour:

$525 USD

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Small City

Size & Settings: 5,000 - 9,999