2015-2017 Catalog

CRJ-115 Continuity Management

This is an introduction to crisis management and organizational continuity from a public/private sector partnership perspective. Course topics reflect the changes in the aftermath of the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001, and the lessons learned in recent disasters and catastrophes, particularly Hurricane Katrina. The topics include comprehensive emergency management, public and private roles and partnerships for emergency and crisis management, the risk management process, strategic crisis management, contingency planning, training and exercises, emergency response, business continuity and recovery, the role of the crisis management team, and crisis communication. Students also will review relevant case studies to understand the aforementioned topics. (3 contact hours)

Credits

3

Department

Public Services