GLBH 560 - Economic,Legal,and Policy Issues in Disasters

Institution:

University of Southern California

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Description:

Addresses economic, legal, and policy issues arising from disasters. Overview of economic disaster-assistance models and practices for individuals and communities, including grants, loans, and hazard-mitigation programs. Examines the confluence of disaster legislation and policy; public health law; disaster declarations; and the authority of federal, state, and local governments. Implications of vulnerable populations, socioeconomic assessments, population displacement, and sustainable development.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.usc.edu/

Phone Number:

(213) 740-2311

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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