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Master of Science Degree in Emergency Services Administration
C A L I F O R N I A S TAT E U N I V E R S I T Y, L O N G B E A C H
School of Criminology, Criminal Justice, & Emergency Management
Program Overview
“We live in the midst of alarms; anxiety beclouds the future.
We expect some new disaster with each newspaper we read.”
- Abraham Lincoln
Exclusively online delivery Advising Curriculum Student research presentations Utilize up-to-date instructional technologies
Interdisciplinary Developed & supported by experts across academic & practitioner communities
Program provides foundations to build Analytical skills Critical thinking Leadership Integration of research into practice
Program Description
Support the advanced education of all those interested in disasters.
Critically apply the principles of emergency management.
Increase disaster resilience within the communities we serve.
Program Objectives
Provides a supportive learning community Builds critical thinking Advances leadership
Translates academic evidence into “real world” practice All students complete a Signature Project or Thesis Student projects may be endorsed by student’s sponsoring department
Delivers convenient online courses Interactive content Asynchronous meeting
Program Distinction
The degree’s interdisciplinary nature draws students from a wide range of
backgrounds.
Emergency Management
Fire
Law Enforcement
Military
Homeland Security
Emergency Medical Services Personnel
Public Health
Public Administrators
NGO Administrators
Humanitarian Workers
Private Business Disaster Planners
Transportation security
Agriculture / food security
Information technology / cybersecurity
EMER Students
Program prepares students for leadership roles through:
Writing skills Communications Exposure to experts Theoretical foundations Systems understanding for leadership Independent research & analysis Integration of research into practice
Student
Learning Areas
For Further Information…
Website: http://tinyurl.com/csulbemer
University Catalog (click on Academics from main menu)Program Director: Dr. Steven Jensen
[email protected] Advisor: Dr. Peter Kreysa
[email protected] Lecturer: Professor Shirley Feldman-Jensen
Links of Interest University Website: http://www.csulb.edu/
EMER video link:
http://www.ccpe.csulb.edu/continuinged/course_listing/programdescription.aspx?group_number=264&group_version=1&menu_id=16
EMER Web page:
http://www.ccpe.csulb.edu/continuinged/course_listing/programdescription.aspx?group_number=264&group_version=1&menu_id=1
MyCSULB:
https://my.cms.csulb.edu/psp/pa88prd/EMPLOYEE/EMPL/h/?tab=PAPP_GUEST
About CSULB: http://www.csulb.edu/about/
University Library: http://www.csulb.edu/about/library/
CSULB History: http://www.csulb.edu/about/history/
Visiting: http://www.csulb.edu/community/
Graduation begins today!
Thanks for your Interest
Please feel free to contact us
with any questions you may have.
End Part 1
Master of Science Degree in Emergency Services Administration
C A L I F O R N I A S TAT E U N I V E R S I T Y, L O N G B E A C H
School of Criminology, Criminal Justice, & Emergency Management
Program Structure &
Course Requirements
Structure Course Requirements
Students admitted twice a year Fall semester Spring semester
Progress through program with a learning community
Time to completion 9 units /semester = 2 years 6 units / semester = 3 years
33 units graduate level courses Signature project at program
completion Option A – Capstone Project Option B - Thesis
EMER Program Overview
Summary of Unit Requirements
10 Core Required Courses (23 units)
(Some classes are one or two units each)
+2 Elective Courses (6 units)
+Signature Project (4 Units)
Option A: Capstone Project EMER-694A (3 units) and EMER-694B (1 unit)
Option B: Thesis EMER 698 (4 units)
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TOTAL = 33 Units
Sample: 6 Unit EMER Academic Plan
Semester 1 (7 units)• EMER-500 - Information Literacy for Emergency Services Admin. (1 unit)• EMER-502 - Practical Writing Applications (2 units)• EMER-504 - E-learning Applications for Emergency Services Admin. (1 unit) • EMER-506 - Principles of Emergency Management (3 units)
Semester 2 (5 units) • EMER-548 - Risk, Crisis and Interagency Communication (3 units)• EMER-540 - Emergency Management Organizations: Constructs (3 units)
Semester 3 (6 units) • ELECTIVE (3 units)• ELECTIVE (3 units)
Semester 4 (4 units)• EMER-530 - Research Methods & Analytical Techniques for Decision Support (4 units)
Semester 5 (6 units)• EMER-661 - Emergency Management Leadership across the Megacommunity (3 units)• EMER-671 - Strategic Planning and Interactive Practices (3 units)
Semester 6 (3 units) – Second to Last Semester• EMER-694A - Project: Strategic Planning and Integrative Practices in Emergency Services Administration (3 units)
Semester 7 (1 unit) – Last Semester at CSULB • EMER-694B - Strategic Planning and Integrative Practices in Emergency Services Administration (1 unit)
“One of the tests of leadership is the ability to recognize a problem before it becomes an emergency.”
- Arnold Glason
The Difference Between
a Thesis & a Project
Signature Project Options
THESIS CAPSTONE PROJECT
Demonstration of the skills/knowledge gained in the program. Ability to conduct independent
research
Contributes to body of knowledge
Demonstration of the skills / knowledge gained in the program Ability to independently apply
research to practice
Contributes to field of practice
Culminating Demonstration Projects
Thesis
Contribution to the body of knowledge through conducting independent research Explore the topic of interest in
a question format Select research design Study the literature Analyze the data Discuss the findings
Capstone Project
Advances the practice of emergency management through applying independent research into a ‘real world’ setting. Explore the topic of interest with a
practical idea for changing practice. Study the literature Engage a community organization
support Analyze the feasibility Apply the findings to the desired
product.
It is the piece that brings all your learning & skills
together.
Project Design Possibilities
Design a community outreach system Develop a grant proposal Implement a project with a local
organization Develop a proposal to present to
organizational leadership Conduct a policy analysis Develop specialized curriculum Create a Hazard plan Create a movie
Examples of Successful Past Projects
Created a… Collaborative Interagency Training Center
Created a.. Police Suicide Prevention Center
Designed a.. Local Critical Infrastructure Assessment Process
Created a… pathway for Community Clinic Integration in Emergency
Risk Communications
Designed a… Comprehensive Disaster Management Plan for Severe
Flooding of Local Jurisdictions
Generated… Procedures for Electronic Medical Records in Hospital
Evacuations
Thanks for your Interest
Please feel free to contact us
with any questions you may have.
End Part 2
Master of Science Degree in Emergency Services Administration
C A L I F O R N I A S TAT E U N I V E R S I T Y, L O N G B E A C H
School of Criminology, Criminal Justice, & Emergency Management
Applying to the EMER Program
Applying to the
EMER Program
• GRE is NOT required
• Tuition Costs
• Application Process
• Admission Requirements
• Organizational situation
About CSULB
Walter Pyramid
The CSU system is one of the largest 4-year universities in nation >35,000 students
4th Best Public Regional University in the West US News & World Report ranking
U.S. President’s “Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll” recipient
More: http://www.csulb.edu/about/
Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden
Tuition Costs
Among Princeton Review’s 50 “Best Value” public colleges
Out-of-state/out of country costs the same as in-state
33 units total $475 per unit $1425 per 3-unit class ~$15,600 = approximate total tuition
Textbooks may be required most course materials available via library electronic reserve
Application Information
1. Apply online using CSU Mentor www.csumentor.edu Note: select Special Sessions as the Campus $55 application fee Application Deadline: June 1st
2. Submit all materials by June 1st
Official transcripts To CSULB Enrollment Services Office GPA of 3.0 GPA preferred Minimum GPA is 2.5 Exceptions may be made for compelling situations
Statement of Intent To EMER Program Office
3 letters of recommendation To EMER Program Office
Resume To EMER Program Office
Graduation begins today!
Organizational Situation
Once admitted… You are a California State University Long Beach student!
The degree you are pursuing is… Master of Science degree in
Emergency Services Administration
The program is housed in… The School of Criminology, Criminal Justice, and
Emergency Management within the College of Health & Human Services
A partnership exists with… The College of Continuing and Professional
Education (CCPE) Registration & course scheduling occur through CCPE
For Questions or Further
InformationContact:
Graduation begins today!
Dr. Steven JensenProgram [email protected] (562) 985-4605
Dr. Peter KreysaGraduate [email protected](562) 985-8111 (office)(213) 308-4146 (mobile)
Professor Shirley [email protected](562) 985-7489
Links of Interest
Student Union
University Website: http://www.csulb.edu/
CSU Mentor: www.csumentor.edu
EMER video link:
http://www.ccpe.csulb.edu/continuinged/course_listing/programdescription.aspx?group_number=264&group_version=1&menu_id=16
EMER Web page:
http://www.ccpe.csulb.edu/continuinged/course_listing/programdescription.aspx?group_number=264&group_version=1&menu_id=1
MyCSULB:
https://my.cms.csulb.edu/psp/pa88prd/EMPLOYEE/EMPL/h/?tab=PAPP_GUEST
About CSULB: http://www.csulb.edu/about/
University Library: http://www.csulb.edu/about/library/
CSULB History: http://www.csulb.edu/about/history/
Visiting: http://www.csulb.edu/community/
Thanks for your Interest
Please feel free to contact us
with any questions you may have.
End Part 3