Graduate Certificate in Emergency Management
Public Health
A course by
Massey University
This certificate introduces the key concepts of emergency management, including incident command, crisis leadership, and strategies for response, recovery, and resilience in the context of disasters and community emergencies.
NZ$4,210
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Understand emergency management concepts
Gain foundational understanding of the principles, theory and practices central to emergency management.
Apply incident command and management systems
Develop ability to use incident command systems in emergency/disaster scenarios, including NZ's Coordinated Incident Management System.
About This Course
Massey University’s Graduate Certificate in Emergency Management offers an introduction to the principles, theories, and practices of emergency management. Students learn about incident command systems, leadership, crisis communication, and strategies for sustainable recovery. The programme is designed for graduates looking to pivot into or upskill in emergency management, with electives that target professional needs and personal interests.
Course Content
- Introduction to emergency management principles and practices
- Incident command systems (New Zealand Coordinated Incident Management System and international variations)
- Operational management concepts and tactics for incident response
- Leadership theory and practice in emergency management
- Communication, crisis, and reputation management
- Public relations and media law in crises
- Environmental health risk management in disaster and humanitarian contexts
- Strategic management, governance, and sustainable development
Entry Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification
At least 1 year of emergency management-related experience
Build towards these roles
Mid-to-senior level emergency management roles in public and private sectorCivil defence and emergency management staffLifeline utility professionalsFire, ambulance, defence, and health service professionalsManagers or directors in civil servicesPolicy analysts
Build skills in these industries
Emergency Management
