Emergency and Disaster Management
Bachelor’s Degree
The UIU Advantage
Today’s world of uncertainty dictates a need for prevention, preparedness, response and recovery. UIU’s Emergency and Disaster Management program integrates theory with practice to prepare you to understand, manage, and mitigate the physical and human consequences of natural, technological, civil, and human-caused disasters.
Why Emergency and Disaster Management at UIU?
- People who have expertise in this field are in demand in this growing field.
- We will teach you to navigate both the psychological and governmental aspects of emergency situations.
- Learn from faculty who have real-world experience and are experts in the fields they teach; enjoy the support of helpful, caring staff who are there for you from start to finish.
Explore Your Program
Emergency and Disaster Management Courses
See course descriptions for the classes you need for your Emergency and Disaster Management degree, as well as any general education requirements.
Academic Calendar
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Careers in Emergency and Disaster Management
A degree prepares you for many careers, such as emergency dispatcher, emergency management specialist, emergency medical technician, homeland security officer, and hospital administration.
UIU Locations for Bachelor's Degree in Emergency and Disaster Management
Distance Learning
Illinois
Mississippi
Oklahoma
Texas
Convenient, Focused Scheduling
UIU Emergency and Disaster Management students have the advantage of focusing on fewer classes at once with the Two-at-a-Time schedule. Plus, convenient evening or online courses ensure your education fits your unique lifestyle.
The Emergency and Disaster Management bachelor’s degree program is offered through UIU’s School of Arts and Sciences.
5%
Projected growth in emergency management director jobs from 2018 to 2028
13:1
Student to faculty ratio means small class sizes and one-on-one time with instructors
$74,590
The median annual wage for emergency management directors (BLS, May 2019).
Admissions
When you’re ready to apply for your bachelor’s degree in Emergency and Disaster Management, we’re ready to help you every step of the way.
Go Further with an MPA
Earned your undergraduate degree in Emergency and Disaster Management? Consider UIU’s Master of Public Administration (MPA) program to advance your career even further.
