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How do emergencies affect societies, states and businesses, and why should we plan for and manage them? This module provides an introduction to emergency planning and management for crises, major incidents and disasters. It offers a grounding both for students pursuing careers in emergency management or business continuity, and for others who need to understand the context and impacts of emergencies in sectors such as insurance, humanitarianism and disaster risk reduction.
The module covers the principles, processes, and research methods involved. Students will learn to understand vulnerability, risk and impact, and plan for emergency response. They will learn to critically evaluate the dynamics of emergency situations and the systems used in emergency response. They will learn about the logistical, administrative, and policy contexts of emergency planning and management, and how to communicate effectively in emergencies.
Topics the module covers might include: what makes a good emergency plan; evolution of emergency management; vulnerability, risk and resilience; scenario methodology; case-study methods; command systems; emergency operations centres; interoperability; warning and evacuation; social media. Examples could be drawn from contemporary practice and case studies of past and present emergency management.
Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year
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This module description was last updated on 8th April 2024.
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