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Post Graduate Diploma in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management
PGDDRRM: Post Graduate Diploma in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management(ODL)
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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.
Learner Target Group
In addition to students, the PGDDRRM Programme shall cater to the needs of the following target groups:
Government and NGO functionaries
Military, para-military, police, home guards, and civil defence personnel
Academicians, geologists, scientists, meteorologists, engineers, journalists, and officials from public sector undertakings and corporate sectors
People’s representatives, rural development functionaries, primary health centre functionaries, relief workers, social workers, environmentalists, and more.
Eligibility & Medium
Eligibility for admission:
Graduate in any Discipline.
Medium of Instruction:
English & Hindi
Duration & Fee Structure
Programme Duration:
Minimum Duration: 12 Months and Maximum Duration: 36 Months
Fees Structure
National Students
International Students
INR(Rs.): 7,500.00/- for Full Programme
This Programme not offered for International Students.
Note:
Exam Fees is not included in Fee Structure it will be as decided by the University
Job/Future Prospects
After completion of PGDDRRM Programme, learners can join:
Academia (Universities, Colleges, and think tanks like NITI Aayog)
Government Organisations (NDMA, NIDM, SDMA, DDMA, District level Agencies, etc.)
Non-Governmental Organisations working in the field of Disaster Management
International Organisations
Corporate
Medicine
Media
Defence
Programme Coordinator
Courses
Structure
MPA-031: PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY
Credits:
4
Year 1
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MPA-031: PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY
Course Title:
PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY
Course Code:
MPA-031
Coordinator:
Dr. Satya Raj
Course Type (Credit):
null (4 Credits)
MPA-032: ECOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT
Credits:
4
Year 1
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MPA-032: ECOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT
Course Title:
ECOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT
Course Code:
MPA-032
Coordinator:
Prof. Alka Dhameja
Course Type (Credit):
null (4 Credits)
MPA-033: INTRODUCTION TO DISASTER MANAGEMENT
Credits:
4
Year 1
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MPA-033: INTRODUCTION TO DISASTER MANAGEMENT
Course Title:
INTRODUCTION TO DISASTER MANAGEMENT
Course Code:
MPA-033
Coordinator:
Prof. Durgesh Nandini
Course Type (Credit):
null (4 Credits)
MPA-034: DISASTER VULNERABILITY AND RISK ASSESSMENT
Credits:
4
Year 1
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MPA-034: DISASTER VULNERABILITY AND RISK ASSESSMENT
Course Title:
DISASTER VULNERABILITY AND RISK ASSESSMENT
Course Code:
MPA-034
Coordinator:
Prof. Alka Dhameja
Course Type (Credit):
null (4 Credits)
MPA-035: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND ETHICS
Credits:
2
Year 1
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MPA-035: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND ETHICS
Course Title:
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND ETHICS
Course Code:
MPA-035
Coordinator:
Prof. Durgesh Nandini
Course Type (Credit):
null (2 Credits)
MPA-036: GEOINFORMATICS IN DISASTER MANAGEMENT
Credits:
4
Year 1
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MPA-036: GEOINFORMATICS IN DISASTER MANAGEMENT
Course Title:
GEOINFORMATICS IN DISASTER MANAGEMENT
Course Code:
MPA-036
Coordinator:
Prof. Alka Dhameja
Prof. Durgesh Nandini
Course Type (Credit):
null (4 Credits)
MPA-037: OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT
Credits:
4
Year 1
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MPA-037: OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT
Course Title:
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT
Course Code:
MPA-037
Coordinator:
Prof. Durgesh Nandini
Course Type (Credit):
null (4 Credits)
MPA-038: PANDEMIC PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE
Credits:
4
Year 1
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MPA-038: PANDEMIC PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE
Course Title:
PANDEMIC PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE
Course Code:
MPA-038
Coordinator:
Prof. Durgesh Nandini
Course Type (Credit):
null (4 Credits)
MPA-039: HEALTH EMERGENCIES AND DISASTER MANAGEMENT
Credits:
4
Year 1
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MPA-039: HEALTH EMERGENCIES AND DISASTER MANAGEMENT
Course Title:
HEALTH EMERGENCIES AND DISASTER MANAGEMENT
Course Code:
MPA-039
Coordinator:
Prof. Alka Dhameja
Course Type (Credit):
null (4 Credits)
MPA-040: RECONSTRUCTION, REHABILITATION AND RECOVERY
Credits:
4
Year 1
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MPA-040: RECONSTRUCTION, REHABILITATION AND RECOVERY
Course Title:
RECONSTRUCTION, REHABILITATION AND RECOVERY
Course Code:
MPA-040
Coordinator:
Prof. Alka Dhameja
Course Type (Credit):
null (4 Credits)