MA in Disaster/Emergency Management and National Security

About MA in Disaster/Emergency Management and National Security

The purpose of this interdisciplinary program is to enable and empower a new generation of leader practitioners focused on Disaster/Emergency Management and National Security. This graduate program trains students to respond effectively to urgent societal problems, ranging from weather-related emergencies to attacks on critical infrastructure. Graduates of this program will be equipped with cutting edge theoretical tools necessary to analyze the broad spectrum of threats that societies face in the 21st century, as well as the practical skills necessary to implement and lead an emergency response process.

Why MA in Disaster/Emergency Management and National Security?

This program is ideal for individuals looking to break into the field of Disaster/Emergency Management and National Security, as well as individuals seeking career advancement within these fields.

Bi-national University

NUO offers students exposure to best practices in both Canada and the United States, helping them to develop a global view of Emergency Management and National Security.

Real-life Skills

NUO’s program emphasizes both the theoretical and the practical aspects of emergency management and national security, training graduates who will be able to immediately apply their skills in real-life settings.

Experiential Learning

The program culminates in a pair of hands-on capstone courses. These courses give students the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge that they have acquired through work with a partner organization. The program includes an internship opportunity for students seeking additional practical experience.

Niagara University has been granted a consent by the Minister of Colleges and Universities to offer this degree program for a five-year term starting July 24, 2023. Prospective students are responsible for satisfying themselves that the program and the degree will be appropriate to their needs (e.g., acceptable to potential employers, professional licensing bodies or other educational institutions.)