PADM 320 - Emergency & Disaster Preparedness

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

Description:

Emergencies and disasters affect the business, non-profit and governmental sectors, as well as residents, customers and employees. This course will introduce the student to the types of disasters faced by the community and the preparedness measures necessary for organizational continuity of operations and business recovery. Dual listed as BMGT 222 Course Objectives (1) Describe the historical, legal, political and social basis of disaster and emergency management (2) Explain the four phases of emergency management (3) Describe the cause, effect and preparedness activities related to natural, technological and attack related emergencies and disasters (4) Describe the role of government and nongovernmental organizations in emergency and disaster management (5) Explain and prepare a hazard vulnerability and risk analysis (6) Explain and prepare a business continuity / continuity of operations plan (7) Research, analyze and present issues, policies and solutions related to emergency and disaster management

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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