2014-65

Arizona State University
University Senate
Spring 2014

Senate Motion #2014-65

Motion Introduced by: Curriculum and Academic Programs Committee, Eduardo Pagan, Chair
 
Date of First Reading: March 31, 2014
 
Date of Second Reading: April 28, 2014

Title of Motion: Request from the College of Public Programs – School of Public Affairs/and School of Criminology and Criminal Justice – for the establishment of a graduate degree – Master of Public Safety Leadership and Administration

Action Requested: The Curriculum and Academic Programs Committee recommends University Senate approval of a proposal submitted by the College of Public Programs – School of Public Affairs/and School of Criminology and Criminal Justice – for the establishment of a graduate degree – Master of Public Safety Leadership and Administration
 
Rationale: The Master of Public Safety Leadership and Administration is a graduate degree program designed primarily for public safety professionals. An advanced degree is an important key to career progression within public safety administration.  Those with an advanced degree have an advantage that makes a difference as they seek to advance in their professions – a practical understanding of public safety organization administration.  Graduates of this program should expect to find employment and advancement in all levels of government agencies from local to as well as the private sector.