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Online Management Master's Degree

Emergency Management

Management: Emergency Management
Master's Concentration
DEGREE AT A GLANCE
  • 36 credits
  • Transfer up to 12 credits
  • All courses available online
  • Select hybrid courses available
TUITION RATES
  • $534 per credit (in-state)
  • $659 per credit (out-of-state)
  • $336 per credit (military)
  • Other fees may apply
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Combine advanced leadership skills with leading-edge operational tactics in this program.

The online master’s in management concentration in emergency management at University of Maryland Global Campus will prepare you to plan and respond to natural and human-made disasters and emergencies in the United States. In this concentration, you’ll study the use of advanced technologies, emerging cyber and asymmetric threats, digital communication systems, global pandemic response and recovery, climate adaptation, continuity of operations, public and private partnerships, laws and policies, and ethical considerations in emergency management decision-making and planning. You’ll develop the practical skills needed for security risk assessments, strategic planning and prevention, staff coordination, deterrence, mitigation, protection, response, and operational recovery and design strategies and processes to secure individuals and critical infrastructure from natural and human-made threats.

Total Credits Required: 36

Initial Requirement

  • (0 Credits, UCSP 615)
    (to be taken within the first 6 credits of study)

The UCSP 615 requirement may be waived if you previously earned a graduate degree from a regionally accredited institution. For more information, contact your academic advisor.

Core Courses

  • (6 Credits, MGMT 630)
  • (3 Credits, MGMT 640)
  • (3 Credits, MGMT 650)

Concentration Courses

  • (3 Credits, EMAN 600)
  • (3 Credits, EMAN 610)
  • (3 Credits, EMAN 620)
  • (3 Credits, HSMN 610)
  • (3 Credits, HSMN 630)
  • (3 Credits, EMAN 630)
  • (3 Credits, EMAN 670)

Capstone Course

  • (3 Credits, MGMT 670)

  • (6 Credits, MGMT 630) (or (3 Credits, MGMT 610)) must be taken within the first 6 credits.
    • (3 Credits, MGMT 610) and (3 Credits, MGMT 615) may be taken instead of (6 Credits, MGMT 630).
  • (3 Credits, MGMT 640) should not be attempted simultaneously with (3 Credits, MGMT 650).
  • (3 Credits, EMAN 600) must be taken as one of the first two concentration courses.
  • (3 Credits, EMAN 670) must be taken in your last semester.
  • You must complete 24 credits of program coursework, including all core courses, before enrolling in (3 Credits, MGMT 670).

General Master's Degree Requirements

  • You must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher at all times.
  • All degree requirements must be fulfilled within five consecutive years.
  • Any transfer credits must have been earned within the above five-year time frame to be applied toward a graduate degree.
  • Please review the overall master’s degree requirements for additional considerations.
Sequence Course
1 (0 Credits, UCSP 615)
2 (6 Credits, MGMT 630)
3 (3 Credits, EMAN 600)
4 (3 Credits, MGMT 640)
5 (3 Credits, EMAN 610)
6 (3 Credits, MGMT 650)
7 (3 Credits, EMAN 620)
8 (3 Credits, HSMN 610)
9 (3 Credits, HSMN 630)
10 (3 Credits, EMAN 630)
11 (3 Credits, EMAN 670)
12 (3 Credits, MGMT 670)

Accelerated Pathway

If you completed your undergraduate degree at UMGC with coursework in emergency management, an accelerated pathway between UMGC's graduate and undergraduate degree programs in this field may allow you to reduce your total coursework for this program by up to 6 credits.

Search Course Catalog

These requirements are for students who enroll in the 2024–2025 academic year. For prior year requirements, visit our catalog archive.

Master’s Degree Requirements

In addition to the specific course requirements outlined on each master's degree webpage, UMGC maintains certain requirements for all master’s degrees.

Program Highlights

Develop skills and gain knowledge through coursework that draws from the expertise and experience of our respected faculty.

Balance Your Goals & Responsibilities at UMGC

UMGC's online coursework and comprehensive student support allowed Linnhe M. (MS, Management: Emergency Management) to achieve her academic and career goals while balancing personal and professional responsibilities. Find out how Linnhe was able to find success.

Industry Snapshot

This program is designed to help prepare you for work in hazard risk assessment, prevention, response, and strategy development to protect people, communities, and the built environment from natural or human-induced threats.

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This program is designed to help prepare you for the Certified Emergency Manager (CEM (R)) certification exam.

 

FAQs

Enrolling in my master's degree at UMGC has really been a force multiplier for both professional and personal goals that I've had.

Linnhe M., Millersville, PA MS in Emergency Management

 

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