MBA in Fire and Safety Management
Degree qualification
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Learning Mode
Online
Duration
1 year
Study mode
Full time/Part time
Total credits
90
Location of study
Approved center/Distance learning
Course starting dates
Flexible entry options
Additional information
Accredited, Study abroad
Qualification
Master
Overview
An MBA in Fire and Safety Management from KIMT University is designed to develop senior leaders capable of managing risk, ensuring regulatory compliance, and protecting people, assets, and infrastructure across high-risk and safety-critical industries. This program prepares professionals to assume executive and strategic roles in fire prevention, occupational safety, emergency management, and risk governance within industrial, commercial, and public sector organizations.
The programme integrates advanced business administration principles with specialized knowledge in fire science, safety systems, emergency preparedness, and risk management. Graduates will gain the strategic insight and managerial competence required to design, implement, and lead comprehensive fire and safety frameworks that align with international standards and best practices.
Designed for both part-time and full-time learners, the MBA is delivered flexibly through KIMT University’s advanced online Learning Management System (LMS), enabling working professionals to advance their careers without disrupting their professional responsibilities.
KIMT University values prior learning and professional experience. Applicants with substantial industry exposure may be eligible for module exemptions, subject to assessment. Additionally, holders of a recognized Level 7 Diploma in Fire Safety, Occupational Health and Safety, or a related discipline may accelerate their studies through the Top-Up Pathway, fast-tracking completion of this prestigious MBA qualification.
Course structure
The MBA in Fire and Safety Management is structured to develop strategic leadership, regulatory expertise, and operational control required for senior management roles in safety-critical environments. The programme blends core business management disciplines with specialized modules covering fire prevention engineering, occupational safety systems, emergency response planning, and risk assessment.
Students will apply theoretical frameworks, regulatory knowledge, and analytical tools to real-world safety challenges through industry-based case studies, compliance audits, incident analysis, and consultancy-focused projects. The curriculum aims to produce graduates capable of leading safety departments, managing emergency preparedness, and shaping organizational safety culture across diverse sectors.
The MBA in Fire and Safety Management carries a total of 90 credits. Under the standard course-based structure, the programme follows a predefined academic schedule with fixed tuition, duration, and assessment timelines.
Programme Credit Structure:
- Core Courses: 36 credits
- Specialisation Courses: 36 credits
- Elective Course: 6 credits
- Capstone Course: 12 credits
What You'll Study
| Code | Module | Credit |
| MBA 101 | Strategic Management | 6 |
| MBA 102 | Organizational Behavior and Leadership | 6 |
| MBA 103 | Financial Management | 6 |
| MBA 104 | Marketing Management | 6 |
| MBA 105 | Business Analytics and Decision Making | 6 |
| MBA 106 | Corporate Governance and Ethics | 6 |
| Code | Module | Credit |
| MBAFSM201 | Fire Prevention and Protection Systems | 6 |
| MBAFSM202 | Occupational Health and Safety Management | 6 |
| MBAFSM203 | Risk Assessment and Hazard Control | 6 |
| MBAFSM204 | Emergency Planning and Disaster Management | 6 |
| MBAFSM205 | Safety Audits, Compliance, and Legal Frameworks | 6 |
| MBAFSM206 | Safety Leadership, Culture, and Sustainability | 6 |
| Code | Module | Credit |
| MBA 302 | Digital Transformation | 6 |
| Code | Module | Credit |
| MBACP 401 | Consultancy Project Report | 12 |
PROGRAMME SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
The following are requirements for admission to the programme:
- At least three years of work experience in the public and private sectors, voluntary/community-based organizations, and international and non-governmental organizations;
- A recognized relevant University Degree from a well recognized institution and evidenced by transcripts and copies certificates, etc. An honours degree in related subject or UK level 6 diploma or an equivalent overseas qualification.
- English requirements: If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency.
Assessment and verification
We assess both the theoretical and practical elements of the course. Assessment is through written assignments, a profile of evidence of teaching standards and observed teaching. All modules within this program are internally assessed by approved center and externally verified by KIMT University. To achieve a pass for a module, learners must provide evidence to demonstrate that they have fulfilled all the learning outcomes and meet the standards specified by all assessment criteria. Judgment that the learners have successfully fulfilled the assessment criteria is made by the Assessor. The Assessor will provide an audit trail showing how the judgement of the learners’ overall achievement has been arrived at.
METHOD OF ASSESSMENT
Knowledge, understanding and intellectual skills are assessed through a combination of course assignments and consultancy project report. The weighting for the final overall assessment for each course taken shall be as follows:
- 50% Assignments
- 50% consultancy project report
Programme modality
The program is studied 100% online through the virtual learning platform with tutor support.
You will receive excellent support from the academic team, including your programme manager and your supervisor who will be with you every step of the way.
Duration
The programme is design to be delivered through one academic year.