Is this program right for you?
This program is for individuals with a bachelor’s degree interested in careers in disaster management, emergency planning, and public safety. You’ll learn to plan, prepare, and respond effectively to emergencies and disasters. Check out this video from our information session to learn more.
- Individuals pursuing careers in disaster and emergency management
- Those aiming to serve communities and organizations during emergencies
- Professionals seeking to strengthen leadership and planning skills in public safety
Program strengths
- Learn from experienced instructors with real-world expertise
- Study in a dynamic, practical environment
- Personalized attention to support success in the program
- Focus on real-world challenges and applied problem solving
Graduates develop skills to:
- Understand emergency and disaster management contexts and practices
- Apply leadership, management, and organizational awareness
- Use systems thinking and business practices in emergency settings
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders in high-pressure situations
- Manage all components of an emergency program: planning, prevention, mitigation, response, and recovery
What You Need to Graduate
Students must successfully complete all 60 credits (20 courses) of the program at a rate of five courses per semester.
Program Format
All courses in the program are offered at JIBC's New Westminster campus.
Upcoming Intakes & Application Deadline
Refer to the Program Applications & Admissions page to check the current dates and deadlines. Complete applications must be received no later than the dates posted above.
Domestic | International | |
|---|---|---|
| Application Fee (non-refundable) | $75 | $150 |
| Tuition & Learner Services Fee* | Year 1: $5,695.92 | Year 1: $17,087.78 |
Additional Fees
All full-time international students will be automatically charged for the following services.
| ~$198.00 | Temporary medical insurance provided by Guard.Me (charged in the first term only) |
| ~$61.98 | Student Union fees (charged every term) |
| ~273.00 | Student Union Health and Dental Plan (charged once a year until graduation) |
*Note: All costs are approximate and subject to change without prior notice. Tuition fees do not include additional charges such as textbook purchases, accommodation, living expenses, and travel/transportation costs.
Textbooks and Supplies
Course manuals are supplied when you attend class. If additional books or other materials are required, you will be advised when you are accepted into the program. Textbooks & other materials cost approximately $750.
STEP ONE - Apply to the Program
Check the program application deadline date.
Apply by registering online at EducationPlannerBC and completing the online program application form.
STEP TWO - Submit Supporting Documents
| Domestic | International |
|---|---|
Required documents should be submitted to the Registration office at admissions@jibc.ca, in-person or by mail: Admissions Office | Coloured scanned copies of the required documents should be submitted to the Office of International Affairs at international@jibc.ca. Visit the How to Apply for International Students page for details about the application process. |
Only complete applications will be considered.
Important Dates
Application Deadlines
Refer to the Program Applications & Admissions page to check the current dates and deadlines. Complete applications must be received no later than the dates posted above.
Admission Requirements
To be eligible for this program, students are required:
- To provide proof of completion of an undergraduate Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in Canada or an equivalent credential from a recognized institution outside of Canada. Credentials from non-Canadian institutions may be required to be evaluated by an external organization such as International Credential Evaluation Services (ICES) or World Education Services (WES). Any related costs for this assessment will be the responsibility of the applicant.
- Meet JIBC’s English language proficiency requirements if their undergraduate studies were completed in a language other than English. The minimum requirements are outlined on the English Requirements for International Students page.
- To provide a coloured copy of the applicant's passport identification page.
Courses
Term 1: Contexts in Disaster Management
Term 2: Behind the Scenes
Term 3: Resiliency and Continuity
| ESMS-3330 Technology Applications in Security & Emergency Management Environments | ESMS-3340 Business Continuity Management ** |
| ESMS-3500 Crisis Communications and Management ** | ESMS-2450 Critical Infrastructure Protection Systems |
| ESMS-4310 Resilience and Recovery |