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Preparedness and Response to Humanitarian Crises - short course

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Preparedness and Response to Humanitarian Crises - short course

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Organization: University of Copenhagen

Location: Denmark, Copenhagen

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Closing Date: 2024-08-05

Credits: 7,5 ECTS

Level: Master level course

COURSE CONTENT. This course is designed to introduce two aspects of disaster risk management – preparedness and response – and to increase students’ awareness of the nature and management of disasters, leading to better performance. Current concepts, standards, principles, methods and terminology of preparedness planning and response operations are presented. You will be introduced to the cluster approach with extensive coverage of the most essential clusters: water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH); health; shelter; logistics; food and nutrition; protection; camp coordination and management; and education. Topics during this course include: leadership and partnerships during crises; conflicts and complex emergencies; international security; management of disaster situations; needs assessment and monitoring; legal framework for refugees and IDPs; information management and GIS; communication in emergencies; financing and donors; personal safety in the field; and project management.

LEARNING OUTCOMES. After completing this course, you will have an overall understanding of key aspects of disaster preparedness and response and be able to evaluate the strengths and limitations of the existing international preparedness and response systems. Your ability to engage with disaster professionals across sectors and disciplines will be strengthened. Check the full set of intended learning outcomes online.

TIME AND PLACE. The course consists of 4 weeks of full-time studies at University of Copenhagen, Denmark.

MASTER OF DISASTER MANAGEMENT. Become a professional disaster risk management specialist. The Master of Disaster Management provides you with solid interdisciplinary knowledge and skills that meet the needs of modern emergency management and disaster response. Preparedness and Response to Humanitarian Crises is a core course in the Master of Disaster Management programme.

Fee information

FEES
DKK 25,000 for EU/EEA and Swiss citizens and DKK 33,000 for non-EU/EEA citizens.
The fees cover course registration, course materials, examination and completion certificate. The fees do not include accommodation, living expenses and transportation costs in Copenhagen.

How to register

INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION. Read about exact course dates, deadlines and the application procedure on the course website: mdma.ku.dk/preparedness

Contact: mdma@sund.ku.dk

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