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Bachelor of Emergency and Security Management Studies

Qualify for leadership positions in the exciting and high growth fields of public safety, emergency management and security with the JIBC’s new Bachelor of Emergency and Security Management Studies. Offered in an accessible online format, you can complete your degree anywhere, anytime. Please read our news release.

Who Should Take This Program?

Are you a public safety professional looking to take your career to the next level or qualify for leadership positions? Or are you looking to start a new career in the exciting fields of emergency management and security? Either way, the JIBC’s Bachelor of Emergency and Security Management Studies program will provide you with the core skills you need to succeed at the management level in emergency management, security and other public safety disciplines.

What Will I Learn?

The Bachelor of Emergency and Security Management Studies is a comprehensive program combining studies in:

Emergency Management and Public Safety
Business Continuity
Risk and Crisis Management
Security and Intelligence
Business Administration
Leadership and Management

Graduates of the degree will have a solid base of knowledge and skills to pursue leadership roles across the public safety spectrum.

Program Format

Study Anywhere, Anytime

Available completely online, you can complete this degree anywhere, anytime. Students will have the opportunity to collaborate and share experiences in an interactive online learning experience.

Diploma Exit

Designed in a laddered format, students can graduate with a diploma after the first two years of study. Visit the Diploma in Emergency and Security Management website or contact Program Coordinator, Sarah Wareing, for more information on the diploma exit option.

Courses

More information on courses is coming soon!

Admission Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent
Mathematics 11 (minimum grade of C) or equivalent
English 12 (minimum grade of C) or equivalent

Application Process

Applications are now being accepted for our September 2011 intake. To apply:

Complete the program application form.
Write a letter of approximately 250 words describing why you are interested in enrolling in the program and submit it with your application.
Submit the application package (application form, entrance letter, proof of educational requirements, and $75 application fee) in person or by mail to:

Student Services Centre
Justice Institute of British Columbia
715 McBride Boulevard
New Westminster, BC V3L 5T4 Canada

Careers

Graduates of the Bachelor of Emergency and Security Management Studies program can expect to apply for professional and leadership positions in emergency management, public safety, business continuity and security with:

Municipal, provincial, regional and federal emergency programs
Healthcare organizations
Educational institutions
International organizations, such as the Red Cross
Private security agencies
Crown corporations
Utilities
Private businesses in areas such as transportation, natural resources, gaming, hospitality and recreation

Typical Job Titles could include

Emergency Manager or Planner
Operations and Safety Manager
Director of Emergency Management and Security
Business Continuity Planner
Risk Management Officer
Loss Prevention Officer

For specific job opportunities, visit our Facebook page where new positions across Canada are regularly posted.

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