To build a pool of trained and dedicated professionals who can contribute to the development of policies, measures and programmes for Disaster Management at various levels.

Objectives

•  To provide adequate theoretical knowledge about Disaster Management with focus from traditional response based management to structured skill based management and understanding the whole cycle of disaster management, i.e., Prevention, Preparedness, Mitigation, Response, Relief and Rehabilitation.

•  Provide adequate opportunity to the officers in appropriate fields and to enhance their career opportunities through a phase of academic study.

•  Prepare the officers to work as a resource institution at the state and national levels for capacity building in disaster management.

•  Filling knowledge gaps by providing a common platform for sharing of information and experience with professionals working in disaster management.

•  Taking up research and project work in emerging areas of disaster management.

•  Developing liaison with the concerned organs of the government, NGOs, Corporate Sector and International agencies, to synergise disaster mitigation efforts.