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MS Threat and Response Management at University of Chicago

University of Chicago, United States

Programme overview

The MS in Threat and Response Management is a hybrid, executive-format part-time programme for first responders, healthcare workers, volunteers, new graduates and risk managers.

Faculty: Biological Sciences Division  |  Duration: 2 academic years, part-time  |  Intake: Autumn  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Chicago, IL, United States

What you will study

Students complete 6 core courses, 3 electives and 3 capstone courses, taking two courses per quarter. Optional concentrations are Cyber Risk Management, Climate & Environmental Security and National Security. Classes meet one weekend per month for three months each quarter, the first in person in Hyde Park and the others on Zoom.

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Entry requirements

Programme: bachelor's degree before matriculation; candidate statement (max two single-spaced pages), CV, transcripts and three letters of recommendation. GRE optional (last five years, code 1832). TOEFL or IELTS may be required of international applicants.

Intake: Autumn

Duration: 2 academic years, part-time

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