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 Ohio colleges that offer disaster management degrees.

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Ohio Christian University (OCU)

9555 Plainfield Rd, Blue Ash, OH

Ohio Christian University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Circleville, Ohio, the campus resides in a rural setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Protestant (Other) affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Ohio Christian University has an annual student enrollment of approximately 1,800.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Ohio Christian University offers:

• Business Administration
• Theology and Religious Vocations
• Psychology
• Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling
• Teacher Education and Professional Development

Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. Very common scores among applicants admitted to this school are in the range of 17 - 23 on the ACT, or 1220 - 1710 on the SAT exam. 63% of applicants are admitted to this school, of which 43% choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at ohiochristian.edu.

Tuition is approximately $18,000 per year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students may visit the school's net price calculator to determine cost. Some students at Ohio Christian University may qualify for financial aid, which is typically provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.

To see a full list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.ohiochristian.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Disaster Management Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Ohio Christian University offers a bachelor's degree program in disaster management.

Students by Gender (2019)

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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).