The Master of Science in Safety Management program at Oakland University is dedicated to addressing critical issues related to occupational safety, health and environmental concerns within workplaces. Developed in collaboration with Oakland University's School of Business Administration, this program equips you with the essential analytical tools and skills needed to make informed decisions regarding health and safety, whether in the public domain or the industry or business sectors.
Our occupational safety and health degree program strikes a balance between health and safety coursework, business administration modules, and practical applications through safety-focused case studies. This comprehensive program consists of two concentrations: a technical concentration designed for those looking to enter the field and a management concentration for those with a safety related bachelor’s degree seeking to advance their education and career. OU's Master of Science in Safety Management (MSSM) is accredited by the Applied and Natural Sciences Accreditation Commission (ANSAC) of ABET. The MSSM is also a BCSP Qualified Academic Program (QAP).
The Master of Science in Safety Management program at Oakland University is dedicated to addressing critical issues related to occupational safety, health and environmental concerns within workplaces. Developed in collaboration with Oakland University's School of Business Administration, this program equips you with the essential analytical tools and skills needed to make informed decisions regarding health and safety, whether in the public domain or the industry or business sectors.
Our occupational safety and health degree program strikes a balance between health and safety coursework, business administration modules, and practical applications through safety-focused case studies. This comprehensive program consists of two concentrations: a technical concentration designed for those looking to enter the field and a management concentration for those with a safety related bachelor’s degree seeking to advance their education and career. OU's Master of Science in Safety Management (MSSM) is accredited by the Applied and Natural Sciences Accreditation Commission (ANSAC) of ABET. The MSSM is also a BCSP Qualified Academic Program (QAP).
Our Master of Science in Safety Management program provides you with a unique advantage in the field of occupational safety, health and environmental management. In addition to technical and management concentration options to align with your interests and professional trajectory, our M.S. in Safety Management provides hands-on, career-focused education to prepare you for a diverse array of opportunities.
Graduates of our M.S. in Safety Management program are in high demand, attracting employers from all industries, nationally and internationally. While safety professionals with master’s degrees typically have greater earning potential, it’s important to note that salaries within the field vary based on specific roles.
The Safety Industry Salary Survey, conducted in collaboration between the American Society of Safety Professionals and the Board of Certified Safety Professionals, provides valuable insights into the compensation trends of approximately 10,000 occupational safety and health professionals.
Some of the many career opportunities for our Master of Science in Safety Management graduates include:
The Master of Science in Safety Management’s management concentration is designed for individuals who have earned a bachelor’s degree in environmental health and safety, occupational health and safety, or a related field. This option is suitable for recent college graduates and in-service safety professionals. Courses for the management concentration include financial accounting, legal environment of business, organizational behavior and strategic human resource management.
The technical concentration of our occupational safety and health degree serves as a gateway into the field, emphasizing occupational health and safety in the workplace. This concentration includes coursework in fundamentals of occupational hygiene, construction safety, environmental standard and ergonomics. Prerequisites for the technical concentration include: