IGNOU launches PG Diploma in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management

The PGDDRRM programme encompasses various facets of disaster risk reduction and management, including an internship component aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. This initiative aims to address the escalating threats posed by natural and human-induced hazards, with the overarching goal of fortifying the nation's resilience and safety.

The faculty of public administration, School of Social Sciences (SOSS), at Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), has introduced a Post Graduate Diploma in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (PGDDRRM) programme.

The PGDDRRM programme encompasses various facets of disaster risk reduction and management, including an internship component aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. This initiative aims to address the escalating threats posed by natural and human-induced hazards, with the overarching goal of fortifying the nation's resilience and safety.

Eligibility and Admissions

Candidates holding a bachelor's degree are eligible to apply for the programme. Admissions are open bi-annually, in July and January, through the official website of IGNOU, ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in. The programme fee for PGDDRRM is INR 7,400. It has a duration of one year, with flexibility for completion within a minimum of one year and a maximum of three years.

Who can apply?

The PGDDRRM programme caters to a diverse spectrum of professionals, including government and non-government organisations (NGO) functionaries, military, paramilitary, police, home guards, civil defence personnel, academicians, geologists, scientists, meteorologists, engineers, journalists, and officials from public sector undertakings and corporate sectors. Additionally, it extends its reach to people’s representatives, rural development functionaries, primary health centre personnel, relief workers, social workers, and environmentalists.

Career Preparation and Learning Structure

This programme equips students with comprehensive knowledge and practical experience in disaster risk reduction and management, preparing them for current and emerging job opportunities in the field. The flexible learning structure enables students to study at their own pace, accommodating their schedules and enhancing their overall learning experience.

Driving Resilience and Preparedness

Through the PGDDRRM programme, IGNOU endeavors to foster a cadre of skilled professionals capable of contributing significantly to disaster risk reduction and management efforts. By promoting education and training in this critical area, the university aims to bolster the nation's resilience and preparedness against calamities.

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