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MS in Humanitarian Action (MS-HA)

Curriculum and Pathways

The Master of Science in Humanitarian Action (MS-HA) degree is designed as an online program for working professionals from around the world in, or with aspirations to enter, the humanitarian field.

The 30-unit program can be completed in five terms.

Curriculum

MS in Humanitarian Action

MSHA 500

Foundations: Peace, Justice and Social Change

3

MSHA 501

Foundations of Humanitarian Action

3

MSHA 520

Disaster Management and Prevention

3

MSHA 530

Humanitarian Diplomacy

3

MSHA 540

Displacement, Climate and Humanitarian Action

3

MSHA 550

Humanitarian Safety and Security

3

MSHA 513

Program Design, Monitoring and Evaluation

3

MSHA 590

Data Visualization and Analytics for Humanitarian Action

3

MSHA 595

Logistics for Humanitarian Relief

3

MSHA 599

Humanitarian Crisis Simulation

3

Note: Online Studies

Note: The learning environment of the MS-HA program will be entirely online, including the final simulation. All courses will be designed with an entirely online delivery modality in partnership with Professional & Continuing Education. The pathways above are samples and are subject to change. Courses listed may not be offered every year, and the curriculum allows for no electives.

The Office of Graduate Admission can assist, and information for international applicants is also available.