• Number of DHS employees: 183,000
• Other potential employers:
• Cyber-security businesses
• Government buildings and facilities
• Private corporations
• Nonprofit organizations
• Percent of schools offering MBA degrees in management: 16.7
• Percentage of schools reporting an increase in MBA applications: 20% in 2005

The global marketplace is demanding that more and more employees attain a high level of proficiency with technology. An online MBA program could help you meet that goal. An online MBA program in security management can familiarize you with important computer tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and e-commerce security software. Online universities also give your schedule enough leeway to begin your security management career while you are still in school.

Both online and on-campus executive MBA in security management programs offer courses such as budget management, information security, personnel supervision, and financial analysis. During your coursework, you can gain skills in leadership, intervention, and cyberspace security. Your coursework in security management can make you not only a better manager, but could help you be a positive force in creating safe workplaces around the globe.