Ohio University's Online Master of Sustainability, Security, and Resilience (MSSR) is tailored for working professionals seeking a dynamic educational experience. This entirely online program offers the flexibility to complete your degree in under two years, and there's no GRE requirement for application. Our program consists of three stackable certificates that you'll earn along the way, equipping you with the skills and knowledge needed to lead and address critical challenges, such as climate change, natural disasters, and global crises.
- 100% online format designed for working professionals
- No thesis — the program concludes with a Capstone course to build a resilience implementation plan.
- Flexible start date — start any semester (Spring, Summer, or Fall)
- Earn your master's in just 18 months
- No GRE required for admission
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Diverse Career Paths
Our Online Master of Sustainability, Security, and Resilience program opens doors to a wide array of career opportunities across various industries. Graduates find themselves equipped to make a significant impact in roles such as government leaders shaping policy, disaster management experts ensuring community safety, architects and designers spearheading sustainable projects, and educators preparing future generations for a changing world. Whether you're at the mid-point of your career or looking to enter a new field, our program provides the versatile skills and knowledge you need to thrive.
Explore the possibilities:
- Government and Policy Leadership
- Disaster Response and Management
- Sustainable Design and Architecture
- Educational Leadership and Curriculum Development
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Expert Faculty and Collaboration
In this program, you'll have the privilege of learning from a team of esteemed faculty members. These experts bring a wealth of knowledge and experience in their respective fields, providing you with valuable insights and guidance throughout your educational journey. Beyond the classroom, you'll also have the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse group of professionals from government, disaster management, design/architecture, education, and other related industries. This collaborative environment fosters creative problem-solving and a rich exchange of ideas, enhancing your learning experience.
Benefits of our expert faculty and collaborative environment:
- Learn from seasoned professionals and thought leaders.
- Network with peers from various industries, broadening your perspective.
- Gain practical insights from real-world experiences shared by both faculty and fellow students.
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Why Resilience is Important
Does your organization or community have the resilience to survive when catastrophe strikes? Having to prepare and respond to crises hitting simultaneously is the new normal. The COVID-19 pandemic may have been one of the first incidents in this century to impact the entire global community, but it certainly won’t be the last. Recent events show the vulnerability of communities worldwide, including:
- Wildfires in California and Australia
- Extreme rain throughout the country
- Agricultural fields flooded in the Midwest
- Extraordinary heat and cold events
- Threats to drinking water and sewage treatment, along with electrical grid and supply chain failures, in the wake of natural disasters
Join the Conversation
If you're curious about how this program can work with your life and goals, we'd like to connect with you. Register for a virtual information event that is convenient for you.
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