Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration - Public Safety Management (Mixed-Model)

This Public Safety Management specialization answers the public's need for leaders who can effectively oversee and manage public safety institutions and operations. Students in the program are trained to lead and motivate others during emergencies; to build confident and capable teams; and to address challenging ethical situations that may arise during the course of duty.

Being an accredited university with 40 years of academic experience, Walden University ensures a rigorous curriculum and high-quality education in its online programs. This doctorate degree program further educates students on critical public policy issues and the latest best practices training to promote social change through effective, forward-thinking management.

The mixed-model curriculum allows students a more flexible study plan that lets them research independently with a member of the faculty to focus on an area of interest. The university's signature Knowledge Area Modules (KAMs) regarding Democratic Governance and Organizational Leadership and Change are added to the list of required courses. The specialized course topics are Public Safety Issues, Managing Public Safety Organizations, and Ethics in Preserving Public Safety.