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Professional training course · BCCM-008
Disaster Risk Reduction and Management
Natural and human-made disasters cause loss of life and economic damage worldwide. Disaster risk reduction aims to prevent new risks, reduce existing ones and strengthen…
- 5 daysClassroom
- 13Upcoming dates
- 7Cities
- £2,250Fees from
Course overview
Why Attend
Natural and human-made disasters cause loss of life and economic damage worldwide. Disaster risk reduction aims to prevent new risks, reduce existing ones and strengthen resilience.
This LLMI course covers the Sendai Framework, hazard, exposure and vulnerability, disaster risk assessment, early warning systems, preparedness, response coordination, recovery and building back better, and community-based approaches. Participants develop a disaster risk reduction plan.
Course Objectives
Explain disaster risk concepts and the Sendai Framework
Assess hazards, exposure and vulnerability
Design early warning and preparedness measures
Coordinate disaster response
Plan recovery and building back better
Engage communities in risk reduction
Target Audience
Disaster management officials
Civil protection staff
NGO and humanitarian staff
Urban planners
Business continuity professionals
Public health officials
Course Methodology
Case studies
Risk assessment workshops
Simulation exercises
Group discussions
Planning
Course outline
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1Day 1: Disaster Risk Concepts
- Hazards and disasters
- Risk components
- Sendai Framework
- Global trends
- Exercise: Risk profile
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2Day 2: Risk Assessment
- Hazard mapping
- Vulnerability assessment
- Exposure
- Risk analysis
- Workshop: Community risk assessment
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3Day 3: Early Warning and Preparedness
- Early warning systems
- Preparedness planning
- Evacuation
- Stockpiles
- Case study: Early warning success
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4Day 4: Response
- Response coordination
- Information management
- Logistics
- Humanitarian principles
- Simulation: Disaster response
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5Day 5: Recovery and Resilience
- Recovery planning
- Building back better
- Community resilience
- Monitoring
- Capstone: DRR plan
Dates and fees
Questions
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Disaster Risk Reduction and Management course?
The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.
When is the next Disaster Risk Reduction and Management course?
The next public date is 14 - 18 Dec 2026 in Istanbul. There are 13 upcoming dates in total.
Where is this course held?
Upcoming sessions run in Istanbul, Kuala Lumpur, London, Rome, Munich, Dubai, Madrid.
How much does the course cost?
Fees start from £2,250 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.
Do participants receive a certificate?
Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.
Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?
Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.
Course information last updated 14 November 2026.
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