Quiz on Emergency Management and Homeland Security

Which department is associated with the logo shown in the image?

• Department of Health and Human Services

• Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security

• Federal Emergency Management Agency

• Department of Defense

What is the primary focus of the careers mentioned in the title of the slide?

• Information Technology

• Emergency Management

• Education

• Finance

What is the primary role of emergency management professionals?

• To provide medical services at hospitals

• To help prepare for and respond to natural disasters

• To enforce law and order during emergencies

• To construct emergency shelters

Which of the following activities might emergency management professionals be involved in?

• Designing computer software for data management

• Advising on specific preparations for a hurricane or flood

• Teaching in schools and universities

• Managing financial accounts during a crisis

Emergency management professionals may deal with which of the following situations?

• Negotiating business contracts

• Handling hostage situations

• Organizing community sports events

• Conducting archaeological digs

What is the primary role of Emergency Management (EM) professionals?

• To provide medical assistance during disasters

• To enforce law and order during emergencies

• To provide contingency plans and prepare guidelines for disaster preparation

• To rebuild infrastructure after disasters

What is the projected job growth for emergency management directors from 2014 to 2024?

• 3%

• 6%

• 8%

• 10%

As of May 2015, what was the median salary for emergency management directors?

• $50,000

• $67,330

• $75,000

• $82,500

Where do most emergency management directors typically work?

• Private companies

• State or local governments

• Nonprofit organizations

• Overseas agencies

Which degree is likely to provide better employment opportunities in emergency management?

• Associate's Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Certificate

• High School Diploma