To provide managers and engineers with the knowledge and skills they need to reduce the risk of disasters for the organization they are working for. To help managers and engineers develop a culture of disaster preparedness within their organization and the ability to recover quickly and cost-effectively.

At the end of this training course, the participants will be able to:

• Understand the different types of disasters and their impacts.
• Identify and assess hazards and vulnerabilities.
• Develop and implement disaster risk management strategies.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of disaster risk management projects.

In addition to lectures and presentations, the training would include case studies, group exercises, and individual assignments suited to the participants. This would allow participants to apply the knowledge they learned in the course to real-world situations.

This course is designed for NGO professionals who are interested in learning about development economics for NGOs, its applications and implications. It is suitable for those who work in or interact with the development sector, such as managers, consultants, analysts, donors, or policymakers. It is also relevant for those who want to enhance their general knowledge and skills in economics and finance.

The key highlight of attending the Advance Disaster Risk Reduction for Managers and Engineers training course would be the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals who have worked in the field of disaster risk reduction. The course would cover a wide range of topics, including:

• The different types of disasters and their impacts
• How to identify and assess hazards and vulnerabilities
• How to develop and implement disaster risk management strategies
• How to evaluate the effectiveness of disaster risk management projects

Day One:

Module I. Introduction to Disaster Risk Reduction

• The different types of disasters

• Understanding the concepts of disaster risk reduction
• Historical context of disaster risk reduction
• Importance of disaster risk reduction and mitigation

Module II. Hazard and Risk Identification Assessment

• Identifying and analyzing disaster risks
• Understanding and Assessing vulnerability
• Hazard and vulnerability mapping
• Risk management strategies

Day Two:

Module III. Risk Reduction Measures

• Developing risk reduction plans
• Building Resilience in Infrastructure and Communities
• Mitigation measures

Module IV. Disaster Risk Management Strategies

• Prevention
• Mitigation
• Preparedness
• Response
• Recovery

Module V. Emergency Preparedness

• Developing an emergency response plan
• Emergency preparedness measures
• Communication strategies

Day Three:

Module VI. Case Studies and Best Practices

• Analysis of past disasters and their risk reduction measures
• Best practices in disaster risk reduction and management
• Global and regional perspectives on disaster risk reduction

Module VII. Role of Managers and Engineers in Disaster Risk Reduction

• Understanding the role of managers and engineers in disaster risk reduction
• Integration of disaster risk reduction into organizational culture
• Leadership and decision-making during a disaster risk reduction

Day Four:

Module VIII. Application of disaster management learning and strategies

• Apply the knowledge and skills of disaster management training to a real-world case study.
• Identify the type of disaster that occurred.
• Describe the impact of the disaster.
• Identify the organization’s response to the disaster.
• Identify the strengths and weaknesses of an organization’s disaster management plan.
• Recommend improvements to an organization’s disaster management plan.

To enhance learning and practical application of concepts, the training course will use a combination of interactive lectures, case studies, group discussions, practical exercises, and real-world examples. Participants will also get the chance to collaborate on group projects and create action plans adapted to the needs of their respective organizations.

The training will be delivered through a combination of lectures, case studies, and group exercises. Participants will be encouraged to share their experiences and perspectives and to engage in discussions with their peers. The training will be conducted over a period of three to four days, depending on the level of detail desired.