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Made for effective planners and leaders.
Recognised across global emergency industries.
Our 100%-online Crisis and Organisational Resilience PGCert, awarded by Coventry University and delivered by Coventry University Online, is designed for students looking to develop their expertise and progress their careers in this field.
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This Crisis and Organisational Resilience PGCert is designed to support both those already working in the sector and those transitioning into it to develop the skills needed to analyse approaches, identify good practice and contribute to positive organisational change.
Whether you are looking to strengthen your leadership abilities in emergency planning or enhance your decision-making skills in crisis management roles, this online course is designed to help you build critical-thinking skills relevant to roles in business continuity, contingency planning, resilience and crisis response.
Whether you are looking to step into a leadership role, choose an emergency management role, or expand your professional portfolio, this PGCert could be the right fit for you.
Possible areas of advancement in the emergency services could include:
advanced roles in policing
advanced roles in the military and/or military assistance
advanced roles in local government and the uniformed services
risk and security assistance
emergency management
crowd management
The graduate destinations listed above illustrate potential career paths. You may need to gain additional qualifications or practical experience, pass professional examinations, complete training, cover associated costs and meet specific visa or immigration requirements to secure employment in these fields.
Coventry University’s career and employability team, can help support your search for employment in the UK or overseas by tapping into our alumni network, industrial contacts, and individual advice (subject to availability).
This 100% online course aims to provide you with the advanced skills and knowledge you need to expand your career and build connections in the emergency management industry. Some of the key areas of focus are as follows.
Our 100% online course is designed to support your professional development through academic depth, critical reflection, collaboration and opportunities for networking within the field with fellow online students.
This course focuses on strengthening and safeguarding organisational resilience. You’ll learn how to identify and assess current risks, use forecasting approaches and design both short- and long-term resilience policy instruments. You’ll also have the opportunity to develop skills in planning, training and preparing teams to respond to challenges to the organisational environment.
This course aims to:
To apply to study this course 100% online, click below (UK and International students).
If you are studying for the online Crisis and Organisational Resilience PGCert, you will complete the following modules totalling 60 credits:
We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated.
The entrance requirement for this PGCert is a second-class honours degree (minimum 2:2 or higher) in a relevant discipline or demonstrated experience at an appropriate level.
A relevant discipline may be in any subject but must demonstrate core knowledge in sectors such as emergency management, civil protection, public policy, management, public service, natural hazards, geography, health and safety, risk, security, and business continuity.
Applications from those not possessing the equivalent of an honour’s degree, non-standard or non-cognate applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis reviewing work experience, academic background, and motivation.
IELTS: 6.5 overall, with at least 5.5 in each component area. If you don't meet the English language requirements, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.
For more information on our approved English language tests visit our English language requirements page.
Study 100% online and get the same qualification, along with many of the same benefits and support as a campus student. Some of the benefits include access to highly experienced academics, career advisors, writing tutors and wellbeing services.
This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which will vary depending upon the module. Assessment methods may include:
Assessment methods may include:
Seminars
Tutorials
Lectures
The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our degrees are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.
As a part-time postgraduate student, you will study modules totalling 60 credits.
A typical 15-credit module requires a total of 150 hours study. This is made up of teaching contact hours, guided and independent study. It is typical to study one module/15 credits per semester.
During your modules, you can expect around two-and-a half teaching hours per module each week (a 90-minute lecture and a 60-minute tutorial). You will also have the option to attend sessions including time with an Associate Lecturer or to meet with staff for advice and feedback.
Taught sessions are recorded for those who cannot attend at the time of broadcast. They are generally held on weekdays between 09:00 and 18:00 GMT.
Guided and independent study:
Students will have access to an experienced team of tutors and lecturers who will support their studies. Each module will have dedicated online content to support the learning.
You will study and work through the structured teaching and learning materials on our online learning platform, with materials designed to promote an active approach to learning.
Throughout your studies, you will be expected to spend time in guided and independent study to make up the required study hours per module. You’ll be digging deeper into topics using your own research in our online library, review what you’ve learned and complete assignments. This can be completed around your personal commitments.
Online learning:
As an innovative university, we use different teaching methods including online tools and emerging technologies.
Course fee: £3,334 (60 credits)
Our tuition fees are calculated for the entire duration of the programme. You also have the option to pay fees by credit hour, rather than making a full upfront payment. A variety of payment options exist including instalments through the duration of the programme.
To apply to study this course 100% online, click below. The application process is quick but you will need documentation including previous qualifications and experience.
For further support or more information about your course, get in touch with us today.
Our online students have many of the same benefits as on-campus students in Coventry.
Facilities are subject to availability. Access to some facilities (including some teaching and learning spaces) may vary from those advertised and/or may have reduced availability or restrictions where the university is following public authority guidance, decisions or orders.
