IGNOU Begins Postgraduate Diploma in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management

The Faculty of Public Administration, School of Social Sciences (SOSS) at Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has introduced a new postgraduate diploma in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (PGDDRRM). The last date to apply for the July session is June 30.

Programme Overview

This comprehensive one-year programme is offered through open distance learning, with a maximum duration of three years for completion. The total fee is Rs 7,400, and the course is available in both English and Hindi.

Curriculum Details

The PGDDRRM curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including:

• Natural and human-induced hazards
• Disaster preparedness
• Mitigation strategies
• Rehabilitation efforts

The course also focuses on practical skills in disaster risk reduction and management. In alignment with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the programme includes an internship component to provide students with hands-on experience, allowing them to apply their knowledge in real-world scenarios.

Eligibility and Application Process

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in any discipline to be eligible for this programme. There is no age limit for applicants. The programme is open for applications twice a year, in July and January. Interested candidates can apply through the official website: ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in.

Target Audience

The PGDDRRM is designed for a diverse group of professionals, including:

• Military, para-military, police, home guards, and civil defence personnel
• NGO and government workers
• Primary health centre staff and relief workers
• Social workers and environmentalists
• Academicians, geologists, scientists, meteorologists, engineers, and journalists
• Officers from public sector undertakings (PSUs) and the corporate sector

Contact Information

For further queries, candidates can contact the programme coordinator, Prof. Durgesh Nandini, at 011-29572736 or via email at [email protected].

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