Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (BCCM-008) Training Course

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 or online

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

1Day 1: Disaster Risk Concepts

Hazards and disasters
Risk components
Sendai Framework
Global trends
Exercise: Risk profile

2Day 2: Risk Assessment

Hazard mapping
Vulnerability assessment
Exposure
Risk analysis
Workshop: Community risk assessment

3Day 3: Early Warning and Preparedness

Early warning systems
Preparedness planning
Evacuation
Stockpiles
Case study: Early warning success

4Day 4: Response

Response coordination
Information management
Logistics
Humanitarian principles
Simulation: Disaster response

5Day 5: Recovery and Resilience

Recovery planning
Building back better
Community resilience
Monitoring
Capstone: DRR plan

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.

Can I take Disaster Risk Reduction and Management online?

Yes. Every date can also be joined live online in a virtual classroom with the trainer, for £1,280 per participant. Choose "Live online" in the dates table when you register.

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.

Disaster Risk Reduction and Management

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