<h2 id="section---FrequentlyAskedQuestions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3> <p>The Master of Science in Leadership with an emphasis in Disaster Preparedness and Executive Fire Leadership program gives you the chance to learn how to apply principles of leadership in emergency and disaster situations. You'll have the opportunity to learn about the theoretical and practical sides of being a leader. The program also addresses practices of emergency public safety and disaster preparedness. Ethical and practical leadership skills are emphasized. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What Are the Prerequisites?</h3> <p>In order to apply to this master's degree program, you should already have completed a bachelor's degree program. Experience in disaster management or leadership may be helpful for this program. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreTheCourseRequirements">What Are the Course Requirements?</h3> <p>This Master of Science in Leadership program combines courses from the leadership and emergency management curricula. You must successfully complete a total of 36 credits to earn your master's degree. </p> <p><u>Disaster Preparedness and Executive Fire Leadership Course Requirements</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code</th><th>Course Name</th></tr> <tr><td>LDR 600</td><td>Leadership Styles and Devleopment</td></tr> <tr><td>LDR 610</td><td>Power, Politics, and Influence</td></tr> <tr><td>LDR 615</td><td>Organizational Development and Change</td></tr> <tr><td>LDR 620</td><td>Leading as a General Manager</td></tr> <tr><td>LDR 625</td><td>Organizational Culture and Team Leadership</td></tr> <tr><td>EMM 600</td><td>Emergency Planning and Management</td></tr> <tr><td>EMM 605</td><td>Economic and Human Issues</td></tr> <tr><td>EMM 610</td><td>Law and Legal Issues</td></tr> <tr><td>EMM 641</td><td>Understanding Terrorism's Threats</td></tr> </table><h3 id="section---WhatCouldIDoAfterIGraduate">What Could I Do After I Graduate?</h3> <p>In this program, you have the chance to develop skills in leadership and emergency management. These skills may prepare you for a variety of careers. Career possibilities include: </p> <ul><li>Fire marshall </li><li>Disaster preparedness planner </li><li>Homeland security officer</li></ul>