Program Overview
The Disaster PreparednessEmergency Management at Arkansas State University is a MSc programme in Business & Management over 18 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Disaster PreparednessEmergency Management programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 6,923 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,875 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Jonesboro, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Disaster PreparednessEmergency Management programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Theoretical Framework for Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management
- Theory Development in Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management
- Communication in Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management
- Crisis Communication in Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management
- Research Topics in Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management
- Research Design and Methodologies in Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management
- Humanitarian Perspectives in Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management
- Global Perspectives in Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management
- Ethics and Legal Considerations in Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management
- Collaboration in Disaster Preparedness & Emergency Management
- Health Care Issues and Policies Related to Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management OR 1-3 hours Practicum
- Internship, Research Project or Thesis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Before You Apply
Class size is limited and all applicants may not be accepted into the program. Interested individuals are encouraged to seek an advisor to ensure that all prerequisite courses are completed in a timely manner.
Applying to the Graduate School
Applicants must meet the admission requirements of the Graduate School. To apply, complete the online application form from the Graduate School. Be sure to submit the required application fee, and official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate course work to the Graduate School.
Candidate Interviews
Applicants must schedule a personal interview with a MS DPEM adviser. Venues for the interview include face-to-face, telephone or electronic. During this interview, the adviser will outline in detail the requirements of the MS program.
The adviser and the student will analyze the appropriateness of the degree given the student\xc2\x92s goals and career objectives, the degree\xc2\x92s requirements along with the student\xc2\x92s academic progress to date. Admission to this degree program is conditioned upon completion of prerequisite course(s) required and acceptance by clinical agencies for practicum experiences.
Equal Opportunity Policy
Arkansas State University is an equal opportunity institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, impediment/disability, or unlawful factors in the admission and treatment of students.Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 6,923 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,875 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 6,923 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,875 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Arkansas State University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Arkansas State University
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, United States
Arkansas State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2018-11-17
- Start Date 2018-01-17
- Language English
- Duration 18 months