University of Phoenix and the ASIS Foundation Partner to Award 10 Full-Tuition Scholarships
March 23 2015 - 6:09PM
Business Wire
Scholarship program supports aspiring security
management professionals to further their goals
University of Phoenix® and the ASIS Foundation, a nonprofit
organization dedicated to the advancement of the security
profession though academic scholarship and research, have partnered
to award 10 full-tuition scholarships to prospective students to
pursue an undergraduate or master’s degree at University of
Phoenix. This year marks the fourth anniversary of the
relationship.
“We are proud to continue our partnership with the ASIS
Foundation to provide the opportunity for 10 individuals to enhance
their careers in the security profession,” said Spider Marks,
University of Phoenix College of Criminal Justice and Security
Executive Dean. “As one of the leading educators in the security
training and education space, University of Phoenix offers security
management students the benefit of instructors who are security
professionals with experience working in the field.”
In addition to the existing security programs, University of
Phoenix is offering two new degrees in security, including
Associate of Arts in Security Management and Bachelor of Science in
Security Management. Each degree program has an embedded
certificate – Security Management Asset Protection/Loss Prevention
Certificate in the associate program and Critical Incident Response
Certificate in the bachelor’s program.
“Our partnership with University of Phoenix has made it possible
for ASIS members and security practitioners from around the world
and across the industry to earn an academic degree, and to actively
pursue and achieve their individual career goals,” said Sandra M.
Cowie, CPP, vice president, ASIS Foundation. “The success of this
scholarship program has formed the basis for the creation of
competency models for the profession. Once fully validated, these
tools will aid in the development of today’s security professional
and ensure future practitioners are prepared for the job and
industry challenges of tomorrow.”
The application period for the scholarship opportunity is open
through April 6. Individuals who are either working within the
security field or aspiring toward a career in a security-related
area are encouraged to apply. For scholarship terms and conditions,
as well as more details about the scholarship, please visit
www.phoenix.edu/secureyourfuture.
For more information about all University of Phoenix scholarship
opportunities, visit www.phoenix.edu/scholarships. For more
information about the ASIS Foundation, its mission and initiatives,
go to www.asisfoundation.org.
About ASIS Foundation
The ASIS Foundation is the non-profit arm of ASIS International
(ASIS), the leading organization for security management
professional worldwide. Dedicated to the advancement of the
security profession though academic scholarship and high-quality,
contemporary research, the Foundation empowers security management
practitioners and students pursuing a career in the field to excel
and achieve. Foundation programs are supported solely by
contributions from individuals, ASIS chapters and other
organizations who share its vision of professional excellence.
About the College of Criminal Justice and Security
University of Phoenix College of Criminal Justice and Security
continues the University’s original mission when it began serving
working professionals such as police officers more than 30 years
ago. The College offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs
that provide the skills needed to develop the next generation of
leaders in the security and criminal justice fields. Students are
supported by faculty members who are experts and leaders in their
fields, and can connect with other students and professionals
through online and campus networking opportunities. The
College of Criminal Justice and Security’s Faculty Advisory Council
reviews trends and helps keep curriculum on pace with national and
international market demands. For more information, visit
www.phoenix.edu/cjs.
About University of Phoenix
University of Phoenix is constantly innovating to help working
adults move efficiently from education to careers in a rapidly
changing world. Flexible schedules, relevant and engaging courses,
and interactive learning can help students more effectively pursue
career and personal aspirations while balancing their busy lives.
As a subsidiary of Apollo Education Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: APOL),
University of Phoenix serves a diverse student population, offering
associate, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs from
campuses and learning centers across the U.S., as well as online
throughout the world. For more information, visit
www.phoenix.edu.
For more information about each of these
programs, including on-time completion rates, the median debt
incurred by students who completed the program and other important
information, please visit
phoenix.edu/programs/gainful-employment.
University of PhoenixHeather McLaughlin,
714-338-6429heather.mclaughlin@apollo.edu
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