PGDDRRM: Post Graduate Diploma in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management(ODL) Apply Now

Introduction

A New Programme, PGDDRRM is intended to enhance the career prospects of learners/students; and make the nation safer and resilient to disasters. This Programme is based on a multidisciplinary approach, which is designed to address the increasing threats from natural and human-induced hazards, aiming to make our nation safer and more resilient while enhancing the career prospects of learners. The Programme comprehensively cover various aspects of disaster risk reduction and management, including an internship component aligned with the National Education Policy, 2020. The Internship/field-based Project is significant for practical experience, as Disaster Risk Reduction and Management is a crucial field that requires skilled professionals. In this context, learners/students will gain comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience in disaster risk reduction and management, preparing them for current and emerging job opportunities. The flexibility in learning facilitates students to study at their own pace, accommodating their schedules and enhancing their learning experience.

Objective

The major objectives of the Programme are to:

  • Provide comprehensive knowledge and practical experience to the learners on disaster risk reduction and management;
  • Support and orient the learners towards practical experience and research; and
  • Prepare the learners for the current and emerging job opportunities.
  • Courses Structure

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    MPA-031: PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY

    Credits: 4
    1 Year

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    MPA-032: ECOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT

    Credits: 4
    1 Year

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    MPA-033: INTRODUCTION TO DISASTER MANAGEMENT

    Credits: 4
    1 Year

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    MPA-034: DISASTER VULNERABILITY AND RISK ASSESSMENT

    Credits: 4
    1 Year

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    MPA-035: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND ETHICS

    Credits: 2
    1 Year

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    MPA-036: GEOINFORMATICS IN DISASTER MANAGEMENT

    Credits: 4
    1 Year

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    MPA-037: OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT

    Credits: 4
    1 Year

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    MPA-038: PANDEMIC PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE

    Credits: 4
    1 Year

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    MPA-039: HEALTH EMERGENCIES AND DISASTER MANAGEMENT

    Credits: 4
    1 Year

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    MPA-040: RECONSTRUCTION, REHABILITATION AND RECOVERY

    Credits: 4
    1 Year

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