Course in Disaster Management and Emergency Preparedness (DMEP)

The Disaster Management and Emergency Preparedness (DMEP) program, presented by Geneva Institute of Business Management, is designed to develop the participants’ competencies in effectively managing disasters and emergencies.
The course focuses on strengthening institutional and individual capacities in preparedness, response, and recovery, ensuring continuity of operations and the protection of lives and assets.
It provides a structured framework that aligns with international best practices, enabling participants to plan, coordinate, and respond efficiently to emergencies and disasters in a sustainable and organized manner.

Target Audience

• Professionals working in disaster and emergency management.

• Staff of humanitarian and relief organizations.

• Safety and security officers in public and private sectors.

• Senior administrators and decision-makers in essential service sectors.

• Risk management and strategic planning specialists.

Objectives

• Understand the comprehensive framework and stages of disaster management.

• Develop and implement effective emergency preparedness and response plans.

• Strengthen analytical and decision-making skills during crises.

• Enhance interagency coordination and communication capabilities.

• Improve institutional efficiency and readiness in disaster situations.

Course Outline

• Concepts and Fundamentals of Disaster Management

  • General Concept of Disaster Management

    • Definition, types, and causes of disasters.

    • Differences between crisis, emergency, and disaster.

    • Importance of structured management before, during, and after disasters.

    • The role of disaster management in community protection.

  • Core Principles of Emergency Management

    • Components of an effective emergency management system.

    • The relationship between prevention, preparedness, and response.

    • Levels of responsibility in disaster management.

    • Legal and institutional frameworks for emergency operations.

• Risk Analysis and Field Assessment

  • Hazard and Risk Analysis

    • Identifying natural, human-made, and technological hazards.

    • Assessing likelihood and potential impact of each hazard.

    • Utilizing tools and models for risk assessment.

    • Developing and maintaining hazard and vulnerability maps.

  • Assessment of Vulnerabilities and Capacities

    • Identifying institutional and infrastructural weaknesses.

    • Evaluating human and material resource capacities.

    • Prioritizing risks based on impact and probability.

    • Integrating assessment findings into preparedness plans.

•  Planning and Preparedness

  • Developing Effective Emergency Plans

    • Steps and components of an emergency plan.

    • Defining roles and responsibilities within response teams.

    • Setting prevention objectives and operational procedures.

    • Reviewing and updating plans regularly for effectiveness.

  • Resource Management and Logistical Preparedness

    • Determining human, financial, and material requirements.

    • Managing supplies, equipment, and emergency stocks.

    • Developing ongoing training and readiness programs.

    • Ensuring coordination and communication among stakeholders.

•  Managing the Response Phase

  • Organizing Field Response Teams

    • Establishing a clear command and control structure.

    • Assigning duties and responsibilities efficiently.

    • Managing on-site operations under pressure.

    • Ensuring safety and protection of responders.

  • Information and Communication Management

    • Gathering and updating real-time field information.

    • Maintaining internal and external communication channels.

    • Sharing data and intelligence between response units.

    • Managing rumors and misinformation during crises.

• Recovery and Reconstruction

  • Post-Disaster Management

    • Assessing initial damage and losses.

    • Developing short- and long-term recovery plans.

    • Supporting and rehabilitating affected communities.

    • Coordinating efforts between public and private sectors.

  • Institutional Resilience and Future Sustainability

    • Incorporating lessons learned into policy frameworks.

    • Enhancing early warning and preparedness systems.

    • Promoting a culture of prevention within institutions.

    • Applying sustainability principles to risk management.