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      MA Programs in Emergency Management

      Students who want to continue their education after a bachelor’s degree may choose to go for a Master of Arts, particularly when studying social sciences or the humanities. This graduate-level degree may take a full-time student one to two years to finish.

      What is an MA in Emergency Management? It is an advanced academic degree designed to prepare students to prepare for and respond to natural and man-made disasters. Courses may focus on the social and human factors that affect many disasters to better prepare scholars for emergency management. Students may be expected to take classes such as emergency planning and preparedness, cultivating organizational culture, principles of emergency management, critical issues in management, resource planning and decision making, and disaster response and recovery.

      Learning to take charge is one of the biggest benefits of an MA in Emergency Management. Not only do students gain stronger communication and problem-solving skills, but they also learn how to better understand complex social dynamics. These skills prepare a person for a fast-paced career and everyday life.

      Before applying to a program, students should contact the school they wish to attend to get an estimate on cost. There are too many variables, such as location, program duration and start date, to give a universal estimate.

      With this education, graduates may become competitive applicants in the job market. Participants may go on to become global response communicators, crisis recovery managers, disaster program managers, emergency preparedness coordinators or hazard manager specialists. The skills and knowledge gained through this program may prepare students to work in large corporations, government agencies and nonprofit organizations. Scholars can also use an MA in Emergency Management as a foundation for a PhD.

      Where is an MA in Emergency Management offered? Programs may be available at colleges and universities around the world. To learn what kind of programs are available, search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.