Master of Emergency and Disaster Management

The Master of Emergency and Disaster Management program equips you with the essential skills and knowledge to excel as a professional in emergency and disaster response. This comprehensive course leverages the expertise of academics and practitioners in Australia's gateway to Southeast Asia, a region significantly impacted by various disasters. It emphasizes informed practice and research, critically examining issues from multiple perspectives to understand how diverse professional and cultural viewpoints shape disaster management work. You will gain the competence to lead and manage all phases of the disaster cycle, translate academic learning into practical applications, and work effectively in the Asia Pacific region and globally. The program allows for specialization through a wide range of electives, drawing on opportunities both within CDU and at other institutions. It aims to develop your technical, managerial, and leadership capabilities, preparing you for career advancement or a new professional path. The course is available full-time or part-time, with options for on-campus or online study to accommodate different learning needs.

Curriculum

The Master of Emergency and Disaster Management requires completion of 160 credit points. The course structure includes core coursework, a research or capstone project, research methodology units, specialist electives for focused learning, and general electives to broaden your studies.

1. Year 1
   • Core coursework units
   • Research methodology study
   • Specialist Electives
2. Year 2
   • Research or Capstone project
   • Specialist Electives
   • General Electives

Careers

Graduates are prepared for a range of impactful roles in leadership, specialized fields, international aid, policy, and the private sector, addressing the growing demand for disaster management professionals.

• Emergency Managers
• Humanitarian Workers
• Business Continuity Managers
• Policy Advisors
• International Aid Workers