Introduction to Disaster Risk Management
- Core concepts, terminology and global frameworks (Sendai Framework, UNDRR)
Trainings
Disaster Risk Reduction & Emergency Resilience
Building institutions and communities that prepare for, respond to and recover from disasters.
15 modulesOn-site, classroom or virtualCertificate of completion
Programme overview
Preparedness saves lives and livelihoods
Floods, earthquakes, heatwaves and pandemics test institutions and communities. This programme builds the knowledge and skills to reduce disaster risk, plan for emergencies and coordinate response and recovery.
Content follows the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030 and UNDRR guidance, with exercises based on realistic local scenarios.
Curriculum
Programme modules
Emergency Preparedness & Response Planning
- Scenario-based planning, SOP development and resource mobilisation
Risk Assessment & Hazard Mapping
- Vulnerability analysis, GIS-based hazard mapping and impact forecasting
Incident Command System (ICS)
- Command roles, structure and coordination in multi-agency response
Community-Based Disaster Risk Reduction (CBDRR)
- Local engagement, awareness campaigns and participatory planning
Business Continuity & Recovery Planning
- Continuity frameworks, recovery time objectives and operational resilience
Early Warning Systems & Crisis Communication
- Alert protocols, media coordination and stakeholder messaging
Climate Change Adaptation & Resilience
- Integrating climate risk into infrastructure and policy planning
Health Emergencies & Pandemic Response
- Infection control, medical surge planning and PPE logistics
Urban & Infrastructure Risk Management
- Mitigating risks to critical infrastructure, transport and utilities
Disaster Simulation & Tabletop Exercises
- Live drills, role-play scenarios and post-exercise evaluation
Post-Disaster Damage & Needs Assessment (PDNA)
- Rapid assessment tools and humanitarian coordination
Emergency Logistics & Supply Chain
- Relief distribution, inventory control and last-mile delivery
Psychosocial Support & Trauma-Informed Care
- Mental health first aid and support for affected populations
Policy, Governance & Institutional Strengthening
- DRM policy development, inter-agency coordination and capacity building
Delivery formats
Learn the way that suits your teams
On-site at your premises
Programmes delivered at your offices, plants or project sites, built around your equipment and procedures.
Classroom programmes
Scheduled public and closed-group courses in modern, well-equipped training venues.
Virtual instructor-led
Live online sessions with interactive exercises, ideal for distributed and international teams.
Blended learning
A mix of self-paced e-learning, live workshops and on-the-job assignments with assessment.
Book this programme for your team
Share participant numbers, location and preferred dates, and we will tailor the modules to your organisation.