MA In Geography Disaster Management Degree Online

M.A. in Geography – Disaster Management

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Master of Arts (M.A.) in Geography – Disaster Management

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Help Communities Prepare for Emergencies with Liberty’s M.A. in Geography Degree – Disaster Management Online

Did you know that geography can help us lessen or even prevent a disaster? Gaining intelligence on which zones are more prevalent to floods, volcanic activity, or wind hazards can help in preparing and mobilizing resources effectively. With Liberty University’s 100% online Master of Arts (M.A.) in Geography – Disaster Management, you can learn how to utilize the resources available to geographers to save lives. You can gain skills that are useful for assessing the risks of disasters and recovering after a disaster has struck.

Do you feel a calling to serve others who may be in harm’s way? Are you ready to learn how you can save lives and reduce the damages caused by disasters? If so, then rejoice, because Liberty’s M.A. in Geography is offered 100% online in 8-week courses with no set login times. That way, you can earn a graduate degree while remaining committed to the things that matter most – like your job, family, and community.

What Will You Learn in Liberty University’s Master of Arts in Geography – Disaster Management?

  • Human behavior in emergency situations
  • Debris clean-up after a disaster has struck
  • Research methods that are commonly utilized in the field of geography
  • Theoretical and practical applications of disaster management activities
  • Uses of geography for transportation and military operations

This degree’s combination of geography studies and disaster management is designed to offer you a unique educational experience that uses the study of geography to help prepare for emergencies and save lives. Liberty’s professional faculty is ready to use their years of experience to help you prepare for an exciting and rewarding career.

Potential Careers for M.A. in Geography – Disaster Management Degree Graduates

  • Cartographer
  • Geographer
  • Industrial developer
  • Nonprofit worker
  • Policy developer
  • Public administrator
  • Surveyor

 

Benefits of Pursuing Your M.A. in Geography – Disaster Management with Liberty University

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

  • We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America. Earning your Master of Arts in Geography – Disaster Management from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
  • The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university. 
  • You can complete this disaster management and geography master’s program in as little as 1.5 years!

Military Benefits

Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:

  • Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
  • Reserve/National Guard
  • Veterans/retirees
  • Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
  • Current Department of Defense employees

We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits: 

  • Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
  • Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
  • 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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100% online, 8-week courses

Transfer Credits

Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total

Next Start Date

Jan 13, 2025

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Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC

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