Emergency Management, Minor
Through Saint Louis University's 18-credit emergency management minor, you will learn to administer aid and assistance to others, helping to ensure the resilience of your community in the face of disasters large and small. SLU’s program takes a multi-disciplinary approach that focuses on all sectors recognized by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Department of Homeland Security.
This career-centric curriculum covers the core phases of emergency management, from mitigation and preparedness to response and recovery. SLU students will learn from instructors with knowledge of the field and professional experience, including practitioners who continue to operate within one of the emergency management sectors. The knowledge and tools students acquire will apply in both the private and public sectors.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EMGT 1500 | Fundamentals of Emergency Management | 3 |
| EMGT 1600 | Managing Natural, Man-made, and Technological Disasters | 3 |
| EMGT 1710 | First Responder Coordination in High Impact Disasters | 3 |
| SSI 2000 | Threat and Risk Assessment | 3 |
| EMGT 4810 | Emergency Management Homeland Security Technologies | 3 |
| EMGT 2900 | Emergency Management Fundamentals Practicum | 3 |
| Total Credits | 18 | |
Continuation Standards
Students must maintain a minimum of 2.00 GPA and receive a C or better in all minor classes.
For additional admission questions, please call 314-526-2825 or email sps@slu.edu.