Queensland University of Technology
Graduate Certificate in Emergency and Disaster Management
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationStudying this postgraduate degree in Emergency and Disaster Management with QUT Online, you will examine the underlying drivers of risk, taking into account the risk factors during, and in the aftermath of, an emergency.
Emergency and disaster management is a vital sector within the healthcare industry, and has a profound impact on the lives of individuals and communities who find themselves at the front-line of a natural or man-made disaster.
When an emergency situation does arise, strong leadership in the form of effective management is vital. Effective leaders are able to coordinate efficient responses that factor in unpredictability and rapidly changing circumstances.
You will gain practical skills in crisis communication planning and decision-making, and learn to operate in unstable and unpredictable environments with decisiveness.
Delivery mode
Queensland University of Technology offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
A completed recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline; or
A completed recognised diploma qualification in any discipline with at least three years full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience in any field with at least one year full-time (or equivalent) in a supervisory or leadership role; or
Current registration within the your field of practice with a nationally recognised professional body with at least three years full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience in the same field of practice; or
At least seven years full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience in a supervisory or leadership role in any field.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Graduate Certificate in Emergency and Disaster Management will prepare you for the following roles.
Emergency Services Officer (ESO)
An Emergency Services Officer (ESO) responds to emergency situations on a work site. You’ll ensure everyone on site is safe and accounted for and a...
Emergency Management Coordinator
An Emergency Management Coordinator develops and implements plans to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies and disasters. You might...
Emergency Response Specialist
An Emergency Response Specialist manages and coordinates responses to critical incidents, ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals and com...
About Queensland University of Technology
Queensland University of Technology (QUT) is a major Australian university with a truly global outlook. Home to nearly 50,000 students, we’re providing real-world infrastructure, learning and teaching, and graduate skills to the next generation of change-makers.
