Emergency & Security Management

Program Overview

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Emergency & Security Management Diploma

Overview

The Diploma in Emergency and Security Management is designed for mid-career professionals in public safety and related fields who want to succeed in emergency management. This applied program provides advanced standing towards a bachelor's degree.

Program Details

What You Need to Graduate

The program consists of 20 courses, totaling 60 credits. Students who successfully complete all the courses will receive their Diploma in Emergency & Security Management.

Program Format

This program is paced and facilitated online. Students have the opportunity to collaborate and share experiences in an interactive online learning experience. Courses are facilitated by faculty who are experts in their fields.

Students can pursue their studies full-time or part-time.

Full-Time

Full-time students generally take three to five courses per semester. Students need to take a minimum of three courses per term to be considered full-time. All program courses are offered between the September (Fall) and January (Winter) terms with special offerings during the May (Summer) term. Students can expect to complete their program in two years.

Part-Time

Part-time students generally take one to three courses per semester. All program courses are offered between the September (Fall) and January (Winter) terms with special offerings during the May (Summer) term. Students can expect to complete their program in three years.

Time Commitment

Courses run on a 14-week term in the fall and summer, and a 15-week term in the winter. Although most activities do not require students to be online at a specific time of day, students must be active in their courses on a weekly basis. Some courses will have scheduled online lectures and events though instructors will try to record these for students that can’t attend live. Plan to dedicate approximately six hours per week for each course.

Degree Option

Designed in a laddered format, students can move on to complete the Bachelor of Emergency and Security Management after graduating with the diploma.

Upcoming Intakes

There are three intakes each year in September, January, and May.

Tuition & Fees

Tuition

The Diploma in Emergency and Security Management is a 60 credit or 20-course program. Tuition fees are charged on a per course basis.

Total tuition fees are approximately $11,750.

Textbooks & Supplies

Some courses have open source textbooks or a series of readings and resources embedded in the course materials.

A number of courses have textbooks. Textbooks for each course can be obtained a number of ways. They can be purchased through the JIBC Store, purchased directly from the publisher, or purchased through online retailers such as Amazon or VitalSource.

Admission Requirements

• High school graduation diploma (or equivalent)
• Grade 11 mathematics with a minimum grade of C (or equivalent)
• Grade 12 English / Grade 12 First Peoples English with a minimum grade of C (or equivalent)

Required Documents

• A copy of your high school transcript
• A letter of approximately 250 words describing your interest in the program, and detailing how you intend to manage your studies with your other responsibilities to ensure your success in the program.

Application Deadlines

• January start: November 29
• May start: April 5
• September start: August 3

FAQs

Q: I’m not a Canadian citizen, can I still take the program?

A: International students are welcome to apply to the program. International application and tuition fee rates apply.

Q: How long will it take to complete the program?

A: It depends on how many courses you take.

Part-time Studies (one to three courses per semester) Diploma: 2.5-3 years Degree: 5-6 years

Full-time Studies (three to five courses per semester) Diploma: 2-2.5 years Degree: 4-5 years

Q: Can the program be taken entirely online?

A: Yes.

Q: Can I take some classes in person?

A: Not at this time.

Q: I’ve completed the EM certificate program. Can I get credit for any courses?

A: Graduates of the EM certificate program receive credit for ESMS-1300 Foundations of Emergency Management I (3.0 credits) and ESMS-2300 Foundations of Emergency Management II (3.0 credits).

Q: I’ve taken a couple of other emergency management courses through the JIBC. Can I get credit for them?

A: The degree program comprises a series of specific core courses. Individual courses offered by EMD cannot be transferred in.

Q: I’ve taken some courses/completed a diploma/degree at another institution. Can I transfer credit in?

A: You may be able to get credit for relevant course work completed at another institution. See JIBC’s policies and procedures as they relate to transfer credit.

Q: I’ve worked in the field for 15 years. Can I get credit for that?

A: You may be able to get credit for relevant experience. See JIBC’s policies and procedures as they relate to Prior Learning Assessment (PLA).

Courses in this Program

Core Courses

• ESMS-1100 Emergency & Security Legislation
• ESMS-1200 A Systems Approach to Business
• ESMS-1300 Foundations of Emergency Management I: Planning & Preparedness
• ESMS-1400 Foundations of Safety & Security
• ESMS-2210 Introduction to Information Management
• ESMS-2300 Foundations of Emergency Management II: Response & Recovery
• ESMS-2310 Human Behaviour & Social Constructs of Disasters
• ESMS-2340 Foundations of Business Continuity Management
• ESMS-2400 Introduction to Risk Management
• ESMS-2450 Critical Infrastructure Protection Systems
• ESMS-2500 Crisis Communication

Business & Liberal Arts Foundations

• BUSN-1100 Business Communications
• BUSN-1101 Introduction to Human Resource Management
• CRES-1851 Introduction to Conflict Analysis and Resolution
• ETHS-1100 Applied Ethics
• ENGL-1100 Academic Writing
• ENGL-1110 Critical Reading & Writing
• FIRE-2145 Financial Management
• STAT-1100 Statistics
• RESM-2100 Research Methods

Program Outline

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Outline:

• Program Duration: 2-3 years (full-time) or 3 years (part-time)
• Credits: 60
• Course Format: Online
• Course Pace: Self-paced
• Program Structure: 20 courses covering Emergency Management, Disaster Planning, Public Safety, Business Continuity, Risk and Crisis Management, Security and Intelligence, Business Administration, Leadership and Management.

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Teaching:

• Teaching Method: Online facilitated learning with interactive elements and recorded lectures.
• Faculty: Experts in the field of emergency management and security.
• Unique Approaches: Collaborative learning environment, focus on practical application of knowledge and skills.

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Careers:

• Potential Career Paths: Emergency Management, Disaster Planning, Security Management, Public Safety.
• Career Opportunities: Emergency Management Specialist, Disaster Preparedness Coordinator, Security Analyst, Public Safety Officer.
• Outcomes: Graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills to pursue leadership roles in the public safety sector.

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Other:

• Program Ladder: Graduates can pursue a Bachelor of Emergency and Security Management after graduating with the diploma.
• Admission Requirements: High school graduation diploma, Grade 11 mathematics and Grade 12 English with minimum C grades.
• Application Process: Apply online through EducationPlannerBC, submit a letter of interest, and official transcripts.
• Financial Aid: Student loans, external awards, JIBC awards, bursaries, and scholarships are available.
• The program is designed for mid-career professionals in public safety and related fields.
• Graduates have strong organizational skills, planning or administration experience, and experience as a search and rescue volunteer or in emergency services positions.
• The program emphasizes theoretical, methodological, and technical competencies for a career in security and emergency management.
• Graduates have gone on to successful careers in emergency management, disaster planning, and security.