Academic college: Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions, School of Public Affairs. This 4-year Bachelor of Science (BS) program with an Emergency Management and Homeland Security concentration provides a comprehensive understanding of risk and how it impacts society. It equips students with the skills and knowledge to prevent, plan for, respond to, and recover from natural and human-made threats, including disasters and terrorism. The curriculum covers core public policy analysis, public management, and governance, alongside specialized coursework in hazard identification, risk assessment, cross-boundary collaboration, rapid resource mobilization, operations continuity management, oversight of emergency operations centers, and developing prevention programs. The program emphasizes the political and social implications of disasters and national security. The program includes a Senior Capstone Project (PAF 400), often involving applying learned skills to a real public problem, and incorporates Solution-Based Learning (SBL) and opportunities for internships.

Graduates are highly sought after for entry- and mid-level supervisory and managerial positions in the public sector (local, state, federal), as well as in commercial and non-profit organizations focused on public safety. Career options include: Emergency Management Director/Specialist, Homeland Security Specialist, Disaster Recovery Planner, Continuity of Operations Planner, Risk Assessment Analyst, Intelligence Analyst, Security Manager, Public Safety Administrator, Policy Analyst for disaster/security issues, and roles in FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) or other government agencies. The degree also provides strong preparation for future graduate study in emergency management, public policy (MPP), or public administration (MPA). The field is experiencing growth due to increasing demand and upcoming public sector retirements.

Arizona State University is a highly ranked public university with a world-leading drive for innovation (consistently #1 in the U.S.). It is consistently the #1 U.S. public university chosen by international students, offering a diverse and global learning environment. Located in the heart of Arizona's capital, ASU's Downtown Phoenix campus offers a professional, fast-paced environment with a big-city feel, providing immense opportunities for engagement with state and local government, emergency services, and homeland security agencies. The program is taught by ASU’s School of Public Affairs, one of the USA’s top-rated public affairs schools (ranked #13 nationally and #2 for its graduate Emergency Management programs), ensuring a top-tier education with access to leading faculty and cutting-edge research.