Master or Doctorate (PHD) in Security Management & Law Enforcement
What is a PhD or Master’s in Security Management and Law Enforcement?
You may want to consider earning a criminal justice degree program that focus’ on a program in law enforcement administration. Law enforcement professionals focus on crime prevention, investigation, and apprehending suspects. While a Bachelor’s degree program in Law Enforcement may qualify you for entry-level roles, if you are interested in leadership or teaching, a graduate law enforcement degree program may be worth considering.
What are some careers with a PhD or Master’s in Security Management?
Some examples of careers in the field include ATF investigator; FBI Agent; Federal Air Marshall; Forensic Science Technician; Homeland Security Agent; and Private Investigator.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), private investigators have a bright job outlook with an expected employment growth rate of 6% from 2022 to 2032. The BLS also reported an increase of 3% for police and detectives in the same time frame.
What are Law Enforcement & Security Management Program Options?
There are several different law enforcement degree program types to choose from, such as a Master of Science in Justice and Security, a Master of Science in Criminal Justice – Federal Law Enforcement or a Ph.D. in Strategic Security.
GradSchools can help you simplify your search! Just filter by degree for Masters Programs in Law Enforcement or, if you are interested in a doctorate in Strategic Security filter by doctorate. Not ready to commit to a degree program? Consider a Graduate Certificate in Law Enforcement or Security.
Now, where would you like to study? Filter your search by location to find a graduate schools offering law enforcement policing investigation programs in your area—or you could also earn your law enforcement degree online.
Popular Schools with PHD in Security Management
State | Employment | Annual Mean Wage |
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North Carolina | 1,930 | $56,790 |
New York | 1,420 | $54,540 |
Texas | 1,140 | $60,350 |
Florida | 1,010 | $65,410 |
California | 830 | $77,750 |
Metro Area | Annual Mean Salary | Employment |
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Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA | $115,080 | 50 |
Sacramento–Roseville–Arden-Arcade, CA | $102,840 | 90 |
Utica-Rome, NY | $83,940 | 50 |
Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL | $78,470 | 170 |
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA | $75,670 | 50 |
GradSchools.com offers 50 Graduate Schools with Doctorate in Security Management
National University
Mississippi College
Leicester University
Keele University
Michigan State University
York University
Leiden University
Henley-Putnam University
Northeastern University
California Southern University, a member of the American InterContinental University System
Tennessee Technological University
University of Detroit Mercy