Disaster management is the process of anticipating, preparing for, and responding to natural and man-made disasters in order to reduce their impact on people, property, and the environment. Professionals in this field play a vital role in emergency response, risk assessment, and disaster mitigation planning.
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Career Options Description
Disaster Management Specialist Plans and coordinates emergency response strategies.
Risk Analyst Assesses and mitigates risks associated with natural disasters.
Emergency Response Coordinator Manages on-ground rescue and relief operations.
Environmental Scientist Analyzes the environmental impact of disasters and suggests mitigation measures.
Public Safety Officer Ensures the safety of communities during emergencies.
Program Level Program Eligibility Criteria Stream Minimum Marks
Diploma Diploma in Disaster Management Completion of high school (10+2) Any Stream Minimum 50% aggregate
Bachelor's B.Sc in Disaster Management Completion of high school (10+2) Science Minimum 55% aggregate
Master's M.Sc in Disaster Management Bachelor's in related field Science/Social Work Minimum 60% aggregate
Doctorate Ph.D. in Disaster Management Master's in Disaster Management Research -
Institute Name Location
National Institute of Disaster Management New Delhi
Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) Mumbai
Anna University Chennai
Jadavpur University Kolkata
University of Delhi Delhi

 

Entrance Exam Conducting Body
JEE Advanced IITs
TISSNET Tata Institute of Social Sciences
Various university entrance exams Respective universities
  • Creating disaster preparedness plans.
  • Coordinating rescue and relief activities during an emergency.
  • Assessing damage and developing recovery methods.
  • Collaboration with government agencies and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
  • Implementing training and awareness programs.
Pros Cons
High demand in the government and non-governmental organization sectors. Work under high pressure during a disaster.
Opportunities for making a positive social influence. It demands substantial travel and lengthy hours.
Research and planning offer a variety of professional opportunities. Emotional distress with large-scale catastrophes.