Foundations of Emergency Management

Legislation is an important aspect of emergency prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery. Students study the various legislations, regulations and frameworks informing municipal, provincial and federal agencies. Concepts of emergency management and the models, systems and processes required to effectively plan, mitigate, respond and recover from various disasters are explored. In addition, students develop a nuanced perspective on how to manage disasters involving multiple jurisdictions at national and international levels. Students gain a fundamental understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the emergency manager in understanding natural, man-made and technological hazards and incidents.