In the unique, two-semester Emergency Management program, you will learn how to create a plan to prepare for and respond to natural and human caused emergencies and disasters. Emergency planners and business continuity coordinators are trained to prepare for events such as flooding, railroad or highway accidents involving hazardous chemicals, or problems with the water source that endanger health, such as Walkerton. International terrorism is also a consideration. You will know how to provide training and exercise plans based on emergency scenarios, and learn about risk management, liability, and the relevant standards, legislation, regulations, guidelines, and procedures. A vital component of an emergency management/business continuity program is to prepare entities for possible disruption of business, with plans that include the goals of a smooth and quick recovery of affected business services. You will acquire the fundamentals to prepare for business continuity and disaster recovery and to build a business continuity management program. With our network of contacts and experience, you can be sure that your training will be relevant, your faculty will be highly qualified and possess specialized expertise, and you will acquire the hands-on skills, certifications you need to advance your career or stand out in today’s competitive job market.

Legislation that makes emergency management mandatory has been implemented in many provinces and municipalities across Canada. Program graduates are employed with municipal, provincial and national government agencies and in the private sector, as companies and organizations require business continuity planning and management. Our grads compete for jobs with very reasonable starting salaries.