Disaster Management Degree

The degree track of Crisis, Emergency, and Disaster Management is a field of study emphasizing the application of the incident command model system and the development of effective responses to such events. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer disaster management degrees.

Trident University International (TUI)

8527 Alondra Blvd, #174, Paramount, CA

History

Trident University International was known as TUI University when it was founded as a branch of Touro College, New York in 1998. TUI is an online university accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and is the only 100% online institution to have to have done so. TUI serves students of all types from all regions and has become known for its large number of military students who seek postsecondary education. Approximately 80% of their student population is from the military.

Academics

Trident University International offers bachelor's, master's and doctorate degrees in a variety of programs and considers itself a leader of quality online education. 90% of professors at TUI hold PhDs and are required to do hands on research at least once a year. TUI works with individuals to cater to their educational needs and help them achieve their goals.

Degree programs offered at TUI include:

• Criminal Justice
• Marketing
• Accounting
• International Health
• Human Resource Management

Admissions and Financial Aid

Admission to Trident University International begins with an online application and the submission of transcripts and review of previous work experience. Dependent on the level of the degree being pursued minimum GPA requirements for admission will change. Prices also vary in both application fee and course hours depending on the level of degree.

Financial aid opportunities are available for interested students, and information and guidance can be obtained from the university's financial aid department. Discounts are also available for those who serve or served in the military.

Students Enrolled in the Disaster Management Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Trident University International has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Emergency Management Directors

Description

Plan and direct disaster response or crisis management activities, provide disaster preparedness training, and prepare emergency plans and procedures for natural (e.g., hurricanes, floods, earthquakes), wartime, or technological (e.g., nuclear power plant emergencies or hazardous materials spills) disasters or hostage situations.

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives

Description

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of members of police force.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).