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Public Safety Executive Management, Certificate

Joseph F. Rice School of Law

Gain expertise in public safety executive leadership within a unique, groundbreaking master's program within the University of South Carolina's Joseph F. Rice School of Law.

Led by law and criminal justice experts, the 18-hour hybrid certificate curriculum equips current and aspiring leaders in law enforcement, corrections, emergency management, fire services, and other public safety sectors with practical strategies to strengthen leadership, management and innovation.

Program Highlights

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    Skilled Instructors

    Learn actionable, research-backed public safety strategies from law, criminology and criminal justice experts.

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    Flexible Curriculum

    Online coursework includes minimal on-campus instruction, making it ideal for working professionals in public safety.

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    No Test Requirements

    Program admission does not require submission of a GRE, GMAT or LSAT score.

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    Service Innovation

    Learn about areas such as collaborative communications, critical incident response and agency management.

What You’ll Study

This one-of-a-kind program, part of a nationally accredited School of Law, offers advanced, evidence-based training and development for professionals in law enforcement, public safety, corrections, emergency management, fire services and other safety services.

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Building Skills

Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.

  • Analytical Reasoning

    Breaking down complex problems or situations to identify patterns, connections and solutions

    Interprofessional Collaboration

    Working with professionals from different disciplines to provide coordinated care or services

    Writing

    Composing clear and compelling written content for diverse audiences, contexts and platforms.

  • Critical Thinking

    Analyzing and evaluating information to make informed decisions or judgments

    Public Speaking

    Delivering a message or presentation to an audience effectively and persuasively

    Leadership

    Inspiring and guiding others to achieve common goals and reach their full potential

Using your degree

Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.

Potential Careers

  • Police Chief
  • Public Safety Director
  • Emergency Management Director
  • Homeland Security Coordinator
  • Command Staff Officer
  • Corporate Security Director

Workplace Settings

  • Law Enforcement
  • Public Safety
  • Emergency Services
  • Community Safety
  • Campus Safety
  • Training, Oversight & Consulting

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