Course

Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
NEMI-0221
Version:
4
Organization's ID:
ELK0451
Organization:
National Disaster and Emergency Management University (NDEMU)
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
5 Days
Minimum Passing Score:
75
ACE Credit Recommendation Period:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Emergency Management
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to equip Emergency Management (EM) leaders with critical skills for effective leadership, including program management oversight, strategic communication, resource navigation, legal and policy awareness, collaborative engagement, and strategic thinking. The course also aims to foster a foundation for collaboration by bringing EM leaders together to share experiences and build a professional network.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Differentiate between research methods, leadership levels, and leadership styles relevant to Emergency Management contexts.
  • Evaluate the relationship between vision and mission statements and apply effective delegation techniques within an EM organization.
  • Apply strategic planning and strategic thinking processes to support organizational change and leadership in emergency management.
  • Assess decision-making, problem-solving, and crisis communication techniques to manage change and lead during emergencies effectively.
  • Identify key legal considerations and summarize the roles and responsibilities of emergency managers in supporting organizational transformation.

General Topics:

  • Management qualities
  • Management styles
  • Strategic thinking
  • Decision-making
  • Problem-solving
  • Evaluation
  • Strategic planning
  • Budgeting
  • Vision and mission statements
  • Research methodology
  • Laws
  • Policy considerations
  • Program risk management
  • Collaboration and communication
  • Change management
  • Personal application and reflection
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Case Studies
  • Discussion
  • Lectures

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
Supplemental Materials
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