The DCU MSc in Emergency Management is the first programme of its kind in Ireland, endorsed by the National Steering Group for Major Emergency Management, The Emergency Planning Society (Republic of Ireland Branch) and Pharmachemical Ireland as being suitable for improving the emergency management skills of individuals in both the public and private sectors.
Gain a systematic understanding of the theory, concepts and methods at the forefront of knowledge pertaining to Emergency Management.
Develop the ability to prepare for, respond to, recover after and learn from an emergency or crisis situation.
Understand the importance of the emergency management professionals role in society and how this role may be used to effect change.
| College | Dublin City University (DCU) |
| Course ID | 191563 |
| Course Location | Glasnevin, Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 9 |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Course Qualification | Masters Degree |
| Awarding Body | Dublin City University |
| Course Duration | 2 years part-time |
| Career Path | With the ever increasing emphasis on emergency management, there will be important roles for talented and qualified individuals. You will find work in all areas of the public and private sector where there are risks of disaster or crises. These include local government, pharmaceutical firms, transport companies and businesses in the energy and security fields. |
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This programme is situated within a diverse, secular and interdisciplinary university context, emphasising comparative and dialogical approaches.
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