According to Forbes, by 2020, data science/analytics job openings are projected to grow by 15%.

"Most (if not all) security studies programs mainly center on conflict and security issues through a military-based lens. Northeastern looks at these issues as well, but adds on the importance of non-military threats to the country—vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure, climate change, cyberspace, environmental disasters, and resilience." — Carlo Caro, Alumnus

"The program proved to be unique because of the exposure to world-class practitioners in the classroom." — Brad Belzak, Alumnus

Graduate certificate holders earn on average a 25% salary increase. 

Once completed, you may apply to transfer those credits into one of three master's programs: Master of Science in Security and Resilience Studies, Master of Public Administration or a Master of Public Policy. All certificate credits may count toward these degrees. 

The Rockefeller Foundation has committed $164 million to build urban resilience in 100 cities around the world (CityofBoston.gov, 2016).

"The public policy portion of the program allows me to learn about the workings of a city and how to make a positive contribution. The informatics portion enables me to inform policy decisions with facts and is also desirable in the job market." — Ben Hoffman, Current Student

Graduate certificate holders earn on average a 25% salary increase. 

This certificate can stack into the Master's in Urban Informatics.

66% of the world’s population is projected to be living in cities by 2050 (United Nations, Dept. of Economic and Social Affairs 2014).