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Emergency Management

The BAAS in Emergency Management & Disaster Preparedness is a 100% asynchronous online degree designed for working first responders and emergency management professionals seeking career advancement. This FEMA-approved program lets you complete internships at your current employer, earn credit for existing certifications, and gain the bachelor's degree credential needed for promotions and leadership roles.

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Applied Arts & Sciences
Delivery
Fully Online
Time to Degree
4 Semesters
Credit Hours
120 Total, 36 in Major
Careers
Directors, Supervisors, Managers
Emergency Management students at EIU

Why Study Emergency Management at EIU?

  • 100% asynchronous online format
  • Credit for prior learning available
  • Internships with your current employer
  • Career advancement credentials
"I chose EIU because it was close to home. Also, because of the Track and Field program and the unique major they had."
Daniel Lacy
Class of 2027, Emergency Management
Daniel Lacy, Emergency Management at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Applied health behaviors training. Apply what you learn
  • Study real-world health care delivery systems
  • Apply concepts to your workplace
  • Opportunities to present at conferences with faculty
Hands-On Experience, Emergency Management students at EIU

What You'll Learn

The BAAS in Emergency Management & Disaster Preparedness prepares working professionals and first responders to lead emergency response efforts, coordinate disaster preparedness initiatives, and manage crises at organizational and community levels.

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$111,357
Median Salary 4 Years After Graduation

Career Outcomes

  • Emergency Management Directors
  • First-Line Supervisors of Police &…
  • Compliance Managers
  • Regulatory Affairs Managers
  • Loss Prevention Managers
  • Wind Energy Development Managers
  • Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists…

Career Insights

Job Outlook ★ Bright Outlook Grow Rapidly · Openings
Preparation Needed Considerable (4/5)
Personality Fit Enterprising

Connect With Us

Dr. Amanda Harvey
Department Chair, Assistant Professor & Academic Advisor
ajharvey2@eiu.edu
4303 Klehm Hall
217-581-5218
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Alisa Gray
Academic Advisor for the Department of Human Services, Department of Public Health & Nutrition, Adjunct Instructor
aagray@eiu.edu
2172 Buzzard Hall
217-581-5310
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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