Earn Your Emergency Management Degree Online

Pursue a dynamic career protecting communities and organizations with an emergency management degree from 老司机福利网. Our master's degree in emergency management is designed for working professionals who want to lead during times of crisis鈥攚hether responding to natural disasters, public health emergencies, or complex emergency scenarios. Offered fully online, this flexible program equips you with the skills to build comprehensive emergency management plans, navigate the standardized emergency management system, and prepare for impactful emergency and disaster management careers.

Admission Criteria

  • Earned bachelor's or master's degree from an accredited program in public service/health
    • Other degrees may be considered on a case-by-case basis
  • A cumulative GPA of 2.65 or better in all post-secondary coursework
  • Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Meet Technical Standards
  • GRE is NOT required
  • No credit will be granted for work-related experiences
  • Current CV/Resume
  • Statement of how the program aligns with the applicant's goals

Technical Skills

Online learning requires only basic technical skills:

  • Competency with file management (e.g., creating a folder on your desktop, moving files from one location to another, finding a saved file)
  • Internet navigation skills
  • Download plug-ins from the Internet
  • Update your Internet browser
  • Send and receive email
  • Create and save documents (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, or HTML)
  • Copy text from a word processing program and paste it into another program

The 老司机福利网 will provide reasonable accommodations to students with disabilities otherwise qualified to complete the essential functions of the curriculum. However, the student must complete such essential functions in a reasonably independent fashion. 

Classes are 100% online

Asynchronous format

Complete your degree in 15 months

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Why Choose Pacific's Emergency Management Degree Program?

Our online emergency management degree provides a strong foundation in the principles of emergency management, integrating theory, and leadership training. You'll learn essential topics like emergency communication, threat management, and multi-agency coordination while preparing for critical roles such as disaster recovery coordinator.

What You'll Learn in the Master's Degree in Emergency Management
  • The framework of a standardized emergency management system
  • How to analyze and lead in complex emergency scenarios
  • Crisis communication strategies and emergency operations planning
  • Development and evaluation of a comprehensive emergency management plan
  • Leadership in diverse emergency management careers, including both public and private sectors
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Careers in Emergency and Disaster Management

With a graduate-level emergency management degree, you'll be qualified for a range of leadership positions, including:

  • Emergency Management Coordinator
  • Disaster Response Director
  • Homeland Security Analyst
  • Public Safety Consultant

Graduates are prepared to lead and communicate effectively under pressure, implementing proactive solutions to manage emergencies before, during, and after they occur.

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Take the Next Step Toward Earning Your Emergency Management Degree

Are you ready to advance your career with an online emergency management degree that empowers you to protect lives and lead confidently? Apply today to 老司机福利网's master's degree in emergency management program and join a community of professionals committed to crisis leadership and resilience.

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Learn from the Experts

At the heart of our online emergency management degree is a faculty of experienced professionals actively working in the field. Led by program director Dr. Darcy Leutzinger, a nationally recognized leader with over 35 years of experience in active violence response and corporate security strategy, ensures that our graduates are equipped with the practical knowledge and leadership skills needed to take the next step in their careers. You'll graduate ready to lead with confidence鈥攂ecause you鈥檝e learned from those who鈥檝e done it firsthand.

Darcy Leutzinger

Darcy Leutzinger

Program Director, Master of Emergency Management Science (MEMS) Program

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