Online Master’s in Crisis Communication Shape Crisis Resilience

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Credit Hours
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Transform Challenges into Opportunities with Liberty’s MA in Strategic Communication – Crisis Communication
Imagine the thrill of turning potential chaos into calm, guiding organizations through their toughest moments with expertise and poise. At Liberty University, our Master of Arts (MA) in Strategic Communication – Crisis Communication is more than just a degree; it’s your gateway to learning how you can make a profound impact in turbulent times. Picture yourself at the forefront of crisis management, where every challenge is an opportunity to lead, inspire, and make a difference.
Our MA in crisis communication covers many tools and skills used by strategists in handling crises, helping you understand how to take on critical situations. Envision yourself as a leader who not only navigates crises but also helps others to do the same. This program is about responding to emergencies and building resilient communication strategies that can prevent crises or mitigate their impact. You can learn how to craft messages that resonate, manage reputational risks, and foster an environment of trust and reliability.
In a world where crises are inevitable, your role becomes crucial. The crisis communication master’s degree at Liberty isn’t just about gaining a degree; it’s about embarking on a mission – a mission to bring clarity to confusion, stability to uncertainty, and hope to challenging situations. Are you ready to be the changemaker the world needs?
Join us and let your passion for helping others and your commitment to excellence converge. Dive into a dynamic field and turn your aspirations into action. Enroll in our MA in crisis communication program today and work toward shaping a brighter, more resilient future for everyone.






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- Transfer in up to 75% of an Undergrad Degree
- Transfer in up to 50% of a Grad/Doctoral Degree
Why Choose Liberty’s Online Master’s Degree in Crisis Management Communication?
As you embark on your journey to master the art of crisis management communication, choosing the right university is pivotal. At Liberty University, we offer more than just an education; we provide an experience that can help you explore your passion. Why choose Liberty for your MA in crisis management communication? Let us show you.
We see you as an individual with unique talents and aspirations. Our student-centered approach means we seek to provide guidance, support, and resources that can help foster academic and professional development.
What sets Liberty apart is our commitment to integrating ethical and Christian values into every aspect of our curriculum. In a field where decision-making can have profound implications, we aim to help prepare you to lead with integrity, empathy, and a moral compass that guides you through the toughest challenges.
Additionally, we understand that your life is multifaceted. That’s why our online master’s degree in crisis management communication program offers learning options to fit your busy schedule. Whether you’re balancing a career, family, or other commitments, we want to help you pursue your educational goals.
What Will You Study in Our Online Master’s in Crisis Communication Degree?
At the heart of effective communication is storytelling, which is why you will have the opportunity to explore how to craft compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences. Learning the art of storytelling can help you grasp how to use it as a tool for influence and engagement, which is essential in managing communications during a crisis.
You can also immerse yourself in the latest media technologies and communication strategies. This can help equip you with an understanding of how to leverage these tools, giving your messages the potential to become impactful and reach a variety of audiences.
Additionally, you can learn how to effectively use video, social media, and mobile platforms for promotional purposes, including how to create content that captures attention and engages audiences – a crucial skill in managing communications during any crisis. You can also explore the topic of strategic media analysis, learning to decipher complex media trends and insights. This knowledge can be invaluable for making informed decisions in crisis communication.
Research is the foundation of effective crisis communication, which is why you will have the opportunity to engage in research to gain insights and apply them to real-world scenarios. Turning theory into practice can help you understand what it takes to be a skilled communicator in times of crisis.
Potential Career Opportunities
- Communication manager
- Crisis manager
- Emergency management director
- Marketing coordinator
- Public relations consultant
- Public relations manager
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Degree Information
- This program falls under the School of Communication and the Arts.
- View the Graduate Communication and the Arts Course Guides (login required).
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Your success is our success, which is why we are committed to providing quality academics at an affordable tuition rate. While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we have frozen tuition rates for the majority of our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs for the past 9 years – and counting.
Graduate Full Time | $565/Credit |
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Graduate Part Time | $615/Credit |
Military Graduate | $275/Credit |
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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Admission Information for Our Graduate MA in Strategic Communication Online Degree
Admission Requirements
- Apply online or over the phone with an admissions counselor by calling (800) 424-9596.
- A non-refundable, non-transferable $50 application fee will be posted on the current application upon enrollment (waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required).
- Send official college transcripts (mailed as sealed, unopened copies or sent via a direct electronic transcript system). A regionally or nationally accredited bachelor’s degree with at least a 2.5 GPA is required for admission in good standing. Applicants who have earned a master’s degree or at least 12 graduate credits from an accredited institution will be assessed on the basis of the master’s-level degree work.
- Unofficial transcripts can be used for acceptance purposes with the submission of a Transcript Request Form.
- Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.
Preliminary Acceptance
If you are sending in a preliminary transcript for acceptance, you must:
- Be in your final term and planning to start your master’s degree after the last day of class for your bachelor’s degree.
- Complete a Bachelor’s Self-Certification Form confirming your completion date. You may download the form from the Forms and Downloads page or contact an admissions counselor to submit the form on your behalf.
- Submit an official/unofficial transcript to confirm that you are in your final term. The preliminary transcript must show a minimum of 105 completed credit hours.
- If you are a current Liberty University student completing your undergraduate degree, you will need to submit a Degree/Certificate Completion Application.
- Send in an additional, final official transcript with a conferral date on it by the end of your first semester of enrollment in the new master’s degree.
Dual Enrollment
Please see the Online Dual Enrollment page for information about starting graduate courses while finishing your bachelor’s degree.
Transcript Policies
Unofficial College Transcript Policy
Unofficial transcripts combined with a Transcript Request Form can be used for admission. Official transcripts are required within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first, and will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
Before sending unofficial college transcripts, please make sure they include the following:
- Your previous school’s name or logo printed on the document
- Cumulative GPA
- A list of completed courses and earned credit broken down by semester
- Degree and date conferred (if applicable)
Official College Transcript Policy
An acceptable official college transcript is one that has been issued directly from the institution and is in a sealed envelope. If you have one in your possession, it must meet the same requirements. If your previous institution offers electronic official transcript processing, they can send the document directly to luoverify@liberty.edu.
If the student uses unofficial transcripts with a Transcript Request Form to gain acceptance, all official transcripts must be received within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first. Failure to send all official transcripts within the 60-day period will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
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Lynchburg, VA 24515

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Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
- Current Department of Defense Employees
Available 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)
*Not applicable to certificates.
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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