The demand for specialists in emergency management continues to grow. The much-publicized 9/11 terror attacks and destruction from Hurricane Katrina, along with the prospects of future terrorism and the threat of a flu pandemic, among others, have raised awareness and created a heightened need for formally trained professionals. In addition, although gaining less media attention, is the call for people with expertise in areas such as the safe handling of hazardous materials, general risk and threat assessment, search operations, business continuity during crises, and event planning and disaster preparedness.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment opportunities in nonprofit or disaster relief organizations are expected to increase as much as 22 percent by 2018, while emergency management jobs at police and fire departments are forecasted to grow by 10 and 19 percent, respectively, through 20181. Similarly, US News & World Report lists Emergency Management Specialist among its "Best Jobs 2011."
Taught by experienced instructors who are well-versed in both the history of and current trends in disaster management, the online Master of Public Administration with a specialization in Emergency Management from Anna Maria College will provide you with the knowledge and tools required not only to lead recovery efforts during catastrophic events, but also prevent them from happening.
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Careers in Emergency Management
The Emergency Management specialization from Anna Maria College will prepare you for a variety of leadership positions in this subset of public health, such as:
- Emergency Planner
- Emergency Management Analyst
- Disaster Recovery Specialist
- Risk Management Specialistu
- Emergency Services Coordinator
- Crisis Response Manager
- Hazard Mitigation Specialist
- Director of Safety and Emergency Preparedness
- Critical Incident Management Specialist
To learn more about the MPA Emergency Management Specialization program, or to enroll, call toll-free at 877-265-3201 or request more information.
1Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-2011 Edition, accessed 6/29/2010, www.bls.gov.
