Master of Public Administration / Emergency Management
Anna Maria College

Program Details

Organizations need skilled leaders to oversee efforts to help those affected by natural and man-made disasters. The Master of Public Administration in Emergency Management from Anna Maria College prepares you to plan and direct disaster response and crisis management activities, provide disaster preparedness training, and create emergency plans and procedures.

Students gain crucial communication skills needed to coordinate efforts with fire and law enforcement, elected officials, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and the public. Courses in this Emergency Management master’s degree online integrate current emergency management techniques with a foundation in leadership and management. 

This online Public Administration degree concentration can lead to a career in a variety of industries and settings, such as:

  • Local, state, and federal government
  • General medical and surgical hospitals
  • Community food and housing services
  • Emergency and other relief services
  • Electric power generation, transmission, and distribution

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Anna Maria College is accredited by:

New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

2.7 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Statement of Purpose/Intent, Resume/CV, Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Official College Transcript(s)

Restricted States

Alabama, Arkansas, Iowa, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Wisconsin, Wyoming