Graduate Certificate in Disaster Risk and Resilience
The frequency and intensity of disasters and other crises around the world are increasing. The need for professionals with expertise in disaster risk and resilience has never been greater. This program provides students with the essential skills and knowledge to excel in the field of disaster risk reduction and management.
The Graduate Certificate in Disaster Risk Reduction is co-certified by the United Nations Institute of Training and Research (UNITAR) through CIFAL (International Training Centres for Local Authorities and Local Actors) Newcastle, and one of the courses in the program is co-certified by the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR).
What you will study
This program paves the way for a new generation of leaders who can drive positive change and enhance the resilience of communities in the face of disasters.
To prepare you for success in the field, you will study courses in:
- Disaster risk and resilience principles,
- Community-led resilience and leadership,
- Disaster resilience economics and business resilience,
- Disaster governance and international frameworks.
Career opportunities
We have a strategic relationship with UNITAR, and through that connection hosts CIFAL Newcastle, an international training centre with a special focus on Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR). As a result of this partnership, graduates of this program will be well positioned to move into organisations that require experts specialised in and have knowledge of DRR.