Public Health Preparedness, Resilience and Response

Program Overview

This program explores the theories and concepts behind foreign policy analysis in the context of disaster management. Students analyze diplomatic aspects and challenges of international crisis response through case studies, including the War in Yemen and major disasters like the DeepWater Horizon Oil Spill. The course is designed to enhance understanding of foreign policy formulation and implementation in crisis and disaster situations.

Program Outline

Outline:

This unit focuses on the concepts and theories of foreign policy analysis relevant to disaster management. You will consider the diplomatic dimensions of international disaster and crisis management and evaluate key issues and challenges shaping the formulation and implementation of foreign policy in relation to crises and disasters.