Niagara University’s Disaster/Emergency Management and National Security program is ideal for individuals seeking career advancement within the field of Emergency Management and National Security, as well as individuals looking to break into these fields.

Located just steps from the TTC Subway and VMC Bus Terminal, experience flexibility and tailor your masters degree to your career aspirations.

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Financial Assistance may be available for those who qualify. Complete the intake form and connect with the team to learn more about opportunities and eligibility.

Realize an excellent return on your investment when you use your internationally recognized Canadian qualifications to build your career in Canada or in your home country.

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Disaster/Emergency Management Professionals Are in Demand:

In Ontario, municipalities are required to develop and maintain an emergency management program. This translates to considerable job opportunities for qualified graduates.

The Advantage of Niagara University in Ontario

Flexible, accessible, and meaningful education to prioritize your career goals

Advance Your Career in the rapidly evolving field of Disaster and Emergency Management. The program equips students with the cutting-edge theoretical tools necessary to analyze the broad spectrum of threats that societies face in the 21st century, as well as the practical skills necessary to lead an emergency response process.

The program comprises 11 courses (33 credits) spanning various disciplines, equipping emergency managers with the skills to handle hazards and vulnerabilities. Key areas of study include:

  • Threat Spectrum
  • Terrorism
  • Global Sourcing & Risk Management
  • Strategic Supply Chain Management
  • Organizational Development
  • Principles of Information Security & Federal Law
  • Politics & Evaluation of Policy
  • Homeland Security & Emergency Management

The program is designed for maximum flexibility, with various course formats to accommodate different styles and schedules, including:

  • Face-to-face evening and weekend classes, hybrid classes, and
    online options.
  • Industry-leading faculty comprises distinguished teachers, researchers, & practitioners.

Founded in 1856, Niagara University educates students in the highest academic tradition to excel in their careers and be change leaders in their industry.

For more than 40 years, Niagara University has given students in Ontario the POWER to accelerate with cutting-edge curriculum delivered by expert faculty and designed with input from leading industry professionals.

Located in Vaughan Metropolitan Centre, Niagara University Ontario offers easy access to a vibrant local community and to other parts of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) through the TTC Subway and York Region Bus Terminal.

• Online Application
• Official Transcripts for a 4-year Bachelor’s Degree (minimum 3.0/4.0 GPA)
• Two Letters of Recommendation
• Professional Resume/CV
• Personal Statement

International students
• English Proficiency (preferred IELTS min 6.5, TOEFL iBT min 100, Duolingo min 125)
• Credential Evaluation Reports

Our nationally recognized program consists of 11 courses (33 credits), including required and elective options, allowing students to tailor course selections to meet their professional goals.

Fill out the form below to receive an information package about our Disaster/Emergency Management and National Security program.

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Small class sizes promote intimate learning environments and foster networking opportunities.
An alumni network that spans industries and continents provides support and opportunities for career advancement through networking events and mentorship programs.
Prime location in the heart of the Greater Toronto Area, with easy access to the TTC Subway and YRT Bus Terminal.

Niagara University in Ontario has a variety of opportunities to match your goals

MBA

Lead, negotiate, and equip yourself with the business management skills that are imperative for career advancement.

M.S. Information Security and Digital Forensics

Protect computer systems and cyber networks from breaches, while learning to collect and recover information after a cyber threat attack or hardware malfunction.

M.S. Finance

Develop a broad base of knowledge in economics, mathematics, statistics, accounting and management while understanding the financial structure complexities for organizations.

M.A. Criminal Justice Administration

Lead in a wide range of criminal justice-related fields and maximize success by further developing critical thinking, analytic, decision making, and deductive reasoning skills.

M.A. Disaster/Emergency Management and National Security

Respond effectively to urgent societal problems, ranging from weather-related emergencies to attacks on critical infrastructure.

M.S. Educational Leadership

Respond effectively to urgent societal problems, ranging from weather-related emergencies to attacks on critical infrastructure.