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| | Disaster & Emergency Management (BDEM) | | |
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| School | York University | | |
| Location | Toronto, ON, Canada | | |
| School Type | University | | |
| School Size | Full-time Undergraduate: 42,000
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| Degree | Bachelor | | |
| Honours | | | |
| Co-op | | | |
| Length | 4 Year(s) | | |
| Entry Grade (%)* | 75% to 100% | | |
| Prerequisites | | | |
| Prerequisites Notes | BDEM Requirements for admission: - Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
- ENG4U
- MHF4U or MDM4U
- And four additional 4U or M courses
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the low-to-mid 70s. | | |
| Cost | | | |
| Scholarships | 1 scholarship(s) | | |
| Description | Learn what it takes to effectively make decisions to manage crises. Trained emergency management professionals are needed around the world and in this program you’ll learn how to plan for and manage crises such as natural-hazard and technological disasters, public health emergencies and security threats. You’ll study topics like risk management, crisis communication and business continuity while building strong decision-making and problem-solving skills. With opportunities for hands-on learning and placements, you’ll gain practical experience and be ready to work in government, non-profits or the private sector. If you’re interested in public safety and making a real impact, this highly specialized program gives you the skills to succeed. Our courses are taught by internationally recognized, research-active faculty and practitioners such as emergency managers. | | |
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