Catholic University of America Multiple locations
Washington, D. C. , Washington, D.C. , United States
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Overview
The MS-Emergency Service Administration from Catholic University of America consists of a total of 40 semester credits. Online classes are 8 weeks. Participants typically take two courses per term, with each course meeting one evening per week, from 6:10 - 8:40 p.m. (or 5:40 - 9:40 p.m. in the shorter summer sessions).
Upon completion of the Master of Science in Emergency Service Administration, students will be able to:
- Think critically and integrate quantitative and qualitative analyses to decision making within the sphere of emergency service administration.
- Assist both public and private sector organizations to reduce vulnerability to hazards and cope with disasters.
- Understand and communicate the current state of public policy, policy development, and laws related to social services.
- Identify and meet the needs of the community as they relate to disasters, emergencies, and other hazards.
- Apply the theories of leadership and administration within real-world contexts.
- Apply ethical behavior to evaluating and solving problems of leadership, budgeting and finance, human capital, fundraising, and law and policies related to emergency services.
Career Outcomes
Positions range from Disaster Recovery Manager, Emergency Service Program Management, Emergency Management Program Specialist.
Average Salary
Emergency management workers see a median annual salary of $70,500, and a bachelor’s degree is usually required for entry-level positionsProgramme Structure
Courses included:
- Effective Communication in Leadership
- HR Management and Strategy
- Principles of Budgeting and Finance
- Principles of Ethical Leadership
- Public Policy Analysis and Implementation
- Hazard Risk and Vulnerability Assessment
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Credits
40 SCH
Delivered
On Campus, Online
Disciplines
Management Studies Public Administration Emergency & Disaster Management View 1909 other Masters in Management Studies in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- Every International applicant needs to return a completed application.
- Submit a $60 nonrefundable application fee. Payment must be in the form of a check or money order payable in U.S. currency to The Catholic University of America.
- Demonstrate English language proficiency
- Submit confirmation of financial support
- Submit secondary school report with translated transcripts
- Receive your admission packet with visa information
- Secondary School Report
- Official/Attested Copy of Transcripts
Tuition Fee
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International
21600 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1080 USD per credit during 24 months. -
National
21600 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1080 USD per credit during 24 months.
Living costs for Washington, D. C.
1705 - 2975 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Financing
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Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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