Program Overview

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Program Overview

The Bachelor of Applied Science program with a concentration in emergency management is a flexible, 60 credit hour degree program. The curriculum is designed specifically for students who have completed an Associate of Applied Science from a regionally accredited institution.

Program Description

The program is not available to first-year students. The required capstone class provides experience to students through coordinated internships. This major is eligible for the Western Undergraduate Exchange program at the following location: Downtown Phoenix campus. Students from Western states who select this major and campus may be eligible for reduced nonresident tuition at a rate of 150% of Arizona resident tuition plus all applicable fees.

At a Glance

• College/school: Watts College of Public Service & Community Solutions
• Location: Downtown Phoenix
• Second language requirement: No
• STEM-OPT extension eligible: Yes
• First required math course: MAT 114 - College Mathematics
• Math intensity: General

Curriculum

The curriculum for the program can be viewed in the archives. The program contains additional math courses beyond the first required math course.

Concurrent Program Options

Students pursuing concurrent degrees earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. Working with their academic advisors, students can create their own concurrent degree combination. Some combinations are not possible due to high levels of overlap in curriculum.

Admission Requirements

• General university admission requirements: All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
• Additional requirements: Students applying to this program must have completed an AAS degree from a regionally accredited institution.

Tuition Information

When it comes to paying for higher education, everyone’s situation is different. Students can learn about ASU tuition and financial aid options to find out which will work best for them.

Change of Major Requirements

A current ASU student must have completed an AAS from a regionally accredited institution to change to this major.

Transfer Options

ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.

Program Learning Outcomes

Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program’s learning outcomes include the following:

• Conduct analysis applying foundational principles of emergency policy and management in the context of complex systems.
• Demonstrate understanding of the complex organizational and governance structures operating in emergency management and homeland security.
• Synthesize their understanding of risk, organizations, and governance to create basic mitigation strategies to manage disruption.

Global Opportunities

Understanding how different regions around the world react to disasters can lead to insight on how to bring solutions to students' own communities. When studying abroad, students can make meaningful connections through exchange of ideas and perspectives.

Career Opportunities

The degree in emergency management opens the door to a challenging career as a professional emergency manager. Example job titles and salaries include:

• CEO: $206,420
• Community Specialist: $54,940
• Compliance Manager: $136,550
• Correctional Officer: $57,970
• Emergency Manager: $86,130
• Fire Chief: $92,430
• Firefighter/EMT: $59,530
• General Manager (GM): $102,950
• Social Services Director: $78,240

STEM-OPT Extension

This program may be eligible for an Optional Practical Training extension for up to 24 months. This OPT work authorization period may help international students gain skills and experience in the U.S. Those interested in an OPT extension should review ASU degrees that qualify for the STEM-OPT extension. The OPT extension only applies to students on an F-1 visa and does not apply to students completing a degree through ASU Online.