Bachelor of Applied Science in Emergency Management

Program Overview

The Applied Science (Emergency Management) - BAS program at Arizona State University is a flexible, 60 credit hour degree designed for students with an AAS from a regionally accredited institution. The program provides students with a capstone class and required coursework, preparing them for a challenging career as a professional emergency manager. Graduates can pursue various job titles, including CEO, Emergency Manager, and Fire Chief, with competitive salaries. The program also offers opportunities for global experience, concurrent degrees, and STEM-OPT extension for eligible students.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Program Length: The program is a flexible, 60 credit hour degree program designed specifically for students who have completed an AAS from a regionally accredited institution.
• Program Structure: The program consists of a capstone class and required coursework.
The capstone class provides students with experience through coordinated internships.

Careers:

• Career Opportunities: The degree in emergency management opens doors to a challenging career as a professional emergency manager.
• Example Job Titles and Salaries:
• CEO
• Community Specialist
• Compliance Manager
• Correctional Officer
• Emergency Manager
• Fire Chief
• Firefighter/EMT
• General Manager (GM)
• Social Services Director
• Data Sponsorship: U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA)

Other:

• Second Language Requirement: No
• First Required Math Course: MAT 142 - College Mathematics
• Math Intensity: General
• Global Experience: Studying abroad can provide insights on how different regions around the world react to disasters and help students develop a well-rounded view of emergency management.
• Concurrent Degrees: Students can pursue concurrent degrees (double major) and receive two diplomas.
• Change of Major Requirements: Current ASU students with an Associate of Applied Science from a regionally accredited institution can change their major to this program.
• Program Learning Outcomes:
• 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 understanding of risk, organizations, and governance to create basic mitigation strategies to manage disruption.