Betty Said:

Is a degree in Security Management useless? would you take it?

We Answered:

go to medical school

Felix Said:

Poltical Science VS..Homeland Security & Emergency Management Degree?

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i think the political science is more money and more fun to work in.

Jonathan Said:

Security management degree??? worth it?

We Answered:

Generally, IT (computer security) and general (physical) security are two separate career paths.

For IT security, your best bet would probably be to start off with an entry level type of general IT job to get some industry experience, and then transition into the IT security field. Eventually, you will get the experience and skills you will need to pass the CISSP and/or one of the many other IT security certifications.

Many people in the general security field first start off in the military or in law enforcement. You don't have to have this type of background, but it can be helpful.

If I was just getting out of school with a security management degree, and wanted to get into general security, I would probably try to get a job with one of the larger security consulting firms (AON, Kroll, Control Risks) or one of the larger, more reputable security guard agencies, such as Guardsmark. After you have a few years of experience under your belt, then you can begin to get some of the industry certifications such as the CPP and PSP.

The important thing in any case is to get a job, any job, just to get your foot in the door of a quality company. Once you are inside of a good company in your chosen field, you can then work your way towards your ultimate goal.

Anthony Said:

Are there lucrative jobs prospects for Management degree holder?

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You are rewarded in the management field by your ability to produce results. A good education doesn't hurt. A master's degree is impressive, especially when you're just starting out and don't have job experience.

But once you get the job, only your results will determine how lucrative the field is for you. Once you're hired, nobody cares about your education; only "what can yo do for me today".

Either you're a strong leader and critical thinker or you aren't. It's much easier to get a degree in school than to be a financial success in the job force.

Julie Said:

Career in Security Management ???

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If I was just getting out of school with a security management degree, and wanted to get ahead in the security field, I would probably try to get a job with one of the larger security consulting firms (AON, Booz Allen Hamilton, Kroll, Control Risks, SAIC, etc.). Your security clearance will be viewed as a plus by many of these larger companies.

Don't expect to be picky about where you live; you will likely have to relocate and/or travel extensively during the early part of your career.

After you have a few years of experience under your belt, then you can begin to get some of the industry certifications such as the CPP and PSP. At that point you may be able to get on as a security manager or security director at a private corporation.

Join professional associations such as ASIS and read and learn as much as you can. I am sure that you will be successful if you apply yourself. Good luck.

Caroline Said:

what is the career potential of MBA security management (US) for international students in US/globally?

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First you need to understand that universities don't grant MBA in information systems, or MBA in finance, or MBA in marketing. the MBA is a general degree preparing students for management positions in any level of a business, up to CEO. MBA students study accounting, finance, marketing, management, statistics, economics, strategy, policy, and other courses. Many MBA programs offer concentrations in these and many other fields, but that amounts to only 2-3 courses in you chosen field in the second year of study.

Consult the Official MBA Guide. It's a comprehensive free public service with more than 2,000 MBA programs listed worldwide. It allows you to search for programs by location (US, Europe, Far East, etc.), by concentration (finance, marketing, aviation management, health management, accounting, etc.), by type of program (full-time, distance learning, part-time, etc), and by listing your own criteria and preferences to get a list of universities that satisfy your needs. Schools report their tuition cost, number of students, class sizes, program length, and a lot of other data. Schools provide data on entrance requirements, program costs, program characteristics, and much more. You can use the Guide to contact schools of your choice, examine their data, visit their web site, and send them pre applications. You can see lists of top 40 schools ranked by starting salaries of graduates, GMAT scores, and other criteria. It's the best service available at http://officialmbaguide.org.