Homeland Security Minor

The minor in Homeland Security provides the complementary knowledge and educational foundation for students seeking careers in their uniquely chosen majors with homeland security concerns. Topics include the operation of the criminal justice system, the methods and effects of terrorism, the means of providing security against terrorist acts in public and private businesses and industries, and the legal treatment of terrorist acts including detection, investigation, prosecution, and constitutional issues. Only non-Criminal Justice Administration majors may minor in Homeland Security. The minor requires 18 hours of CJA courses including 12 hours of required courses and 6 hours of guided electives.