Master of Emergency Management
New Zealand Massey University Degree
Degree Pathway Programmes at GISM Campus
About Massey University
Massey University is one of the largest universities in New Zealand, Massey University continues to be ranked globally as one of the top three universities in New Zealand. Massey University’s proud history spans over 80 years of academic excellence. Massey University is sought-after throughout the world for its leading-edge research and innovation. Hence, Massey students experience international quality teaching by top researchers and lecturers who have strong links with their industries. Massey is also the New Zealand’s only multi-campus university with three well positioned campuses in the North Island: Auckland, Palmerston North and Wellington. With its excellent support staff and over 30,000 students from over 100 different countries from all over the world, its international students find a warm and welcoming environment at Massey and a climate in which they are encouraged to excel in their studies.
GISM is the Massey University Education & Research partner in Sri Lanka.
Massey University is one of the largest universities in New Zealand, Massey University continues to be ranked globally as one of the top three universities in New Zealand. Massey University’s proud history spans over 80 years of academic excellence. Massey University is sought-after throughout the world for its leading-edge research and innovation. Hence, Massey students experience international quality teaching by top researchers and lecturers who have strong links with their industries. Massey is also the New Zealand’s only multi-campus university with three well positioned campuses in the North Island: Auckland, Palmerston North and Wellington. With its excellent support staff and over 30,000 students from over 100 different countries from all over the world, its international students find a warm and welcoming environment at Massey and a climate in which they are encouraged to excel in their studies.
Why GISM ?
- Only Education and Research partner campus in Sri Lanka for Massey University, New Zealand.
- Offers pathways with the opportunity to study the first year of the degree in Sri Lanka
- After the completion, students are directly transferred to Massey to complete the rest of the degree
- As you can study first part of the degree in Sri Lanka, you can save about 40% of the total cost
- Can commence this Postgraduate diploma with a Bachelor degree or with an equivalent
Studying Emergency Management
Emergency Management is the managerial task cooperated with creating the framework within which communities diminish vulnerability to hazards and survive with disasters. This course program will provide students with required knowledge and training to respond to all types of risks/disasters that would occur in a community, and emphases on the implementation of practical methods to reduce the effects of natural or man-made emergency situations.
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Emergency Management master degree also focuses to educate and train professionals in the field who can appropriately organise populations for a disaster before it occurs. Students will learn information that is related to emergency response methods and effective ways of repairing after the disaster. Further, this provides the knowledge to analyses factors and strategies that play a crucial role in an emergency, to make long-term decision-making, policy implementation and thorough with critical thinking skills
Pathway and Awards of the course
Degree is awarded by the Massey University. In addition, GISM Campus will issue a Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) qualification upon successful completion of the studies at GISM (120 Credits). This credits will be accepted at Massey University for the entry to Master of Emergency Management which is one year full time studies at Massey Campus in Wellington, New Zealand.
The degree programmes are full time (8-10 months)/ part-time (18 months): Monday to Saturday – Commencing in March/May every year.
Entry requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University in the field of Biological Science, Agriculture, food science, Nursing, Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or similar field with a minimum B grade average
OR
- Equivalent qualification with experience accepted by the GISM faculty board of the Faculty of Science
AND
- Selection will be on the basis of an interview
Graduate Job Visa
( Up to 2/3 Years ) in New Zealand
2nd year – M.Sc.
Massey University,
New Zealand
1st year - PGDip
at GISM Campus
B.Sc. or an equivalent qualification
Course Contents
Because we know that many students prefer to keep their options open during early stages of study, our programme offers general modules in the first year and second year of your degree, before starting to specialize in year third and fourth years.
Fees & New Zealand Earning Capacity
Below is an indication of tuition fees. Please note: Massey University tuition fee is subject to change annually.
Please note: Rupee value of the international tuition fee is calculated using
a currency conversion rate of Rs.207 per NZD. Massey University tuition fee is subject to change annually.
Please note: Rupee value of the international tuition fee is calculated using
a currency conversion rate of Rs.207 per NZD. Massey University tuition fee is subject to change annually.
Earning Capacity
Work during studies:
New Zealand provides 20 hours of part-time work during studies and 2-3 months of full-time work during holidays. Assumption: NZD 25 per hour earning capacity during studies.
Post study work:
After the degree you are able to apply for Graduate Job Search Visa which allows you to remain in New Zealand and work full time in your chosen careers. Assumption: $45,000NZD annual salary at a full-time job.
Career Prospects
A Master of Emergency Management degree will put you on a path to gain well-developed research and practical skills for working on high-level research projects. In this study you will develop analytical thinking and problem solving skills while developing your knowledge further for converting subject matters into practice for achieving meaningful outcomes in your studies.
Scientists are continuing to grow in demand all over the world. The skills you gain in this course will prepare you for work in a variety of areas, both in public and private sectors including: industry and research sectors; Universities, Consulting firms, Healthcare organizations, Nonprofit organizations such as the American Red Cross, Save the Children and Government agencies. The emphasis on research in this course equips you with the knowledge and skills required to continue on to PhD study and an academic career.
Scientists are continuing to grow in demand all over the world. The skills you gain in this course will prepare you for work in a variety of areas, both in public and private sectors including: industry and research sectors; Universities, Consulting firms, Healthcare organizations, Nonprofit organizations such as the American Red Cross, Save the Children and Government agencies. The emphasis on research in this course equips you with the knowledge and skills required to continue on to PhD study and an academic career.
Studying Abroad in New Zealand
New Zealand’s unique and dynamic culture blends a fusion of European, Maori, Pacific and Asian influences. New Zealand has a high standard of living and is consistently ranked highly in internal quality of life indexes. New Zealand society is diverse, sophisticated and multicultural, and the honesty, friendliness and openness of New Zealanders, or “Kiwis”, is world-renowned.
New Zealand: A Geographic Wonderland
Comparable in physical size to Great Britain, Colorado and Japan, New Zealand offers a temperate climate with relatively small seasonal variation making it an ideal country to live. New Zealand’s spectacularly beautiful landscape includes vast mountain chains, weeping coastlines, deeply indented fiords and lush rainforests.
How to Join ?
- Fill an Enrolment Form and provide any supporting documents
- Sit for the Selection Interview
- Complete the Enrolment by paying the Registration Fees.
For more information, get in touch with one of our student counselors,
Call 011-2820810 / 0712242242 or email [email protected]