Graduate Diploma in Emergency Management – GradDipEmergMgt

    Graduate Diploma in Emergency Management – GradDipEmergMgt

    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    NZD 18,567 / Year
    Next IntakeMay 1, 2026

    Graduate Diploma in Emergency Management – GradDipEmergMgt

    About

    Study a Graduate Diploma in Emergency Management – GradDipEmergMgt

    Emergency management (also known as civil defence or disaster management) is an exciting and growing global profession.

    Massey’s Graduate Diploma in Emergency Management is comprised of undergraduate courses. You’ll have a wide range of courses you can choose from (electives).

    You’ll gain skills in emergency management planning, communication and incident management, which will qualify you to work in a range of contexts.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Admission to Massey

    All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.

    Specific requirements

    To enter the Graduate Diploma in Emergency Management you will:

    • have been awarded or qualified for a university degree or equivalent, or another approved qualification; and
    • have completed at least 1 year of civil defence or emergency management related experience.

    You will need to provide copies of all official academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.

    English language requirements

    To study this qualification you must meet Massey University's English language standards.

    This qualification is classified as NZQF Level 7 and requires the same English language standard as most undergraduate bachelor degrees, diplomas and certificates.

    Prior learning, credit and exemptions

    For information on prior learning, exemptions and transfer of credit or other questions:

    English language skills

    If you need help with your English language skills before you start university, see our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses.

    Official regulations

    To understand what you need to study and must complete to graduate read the official rules and regulations for this qualification.

    You should read these together with all other relevant Statutes and Regulations of the University including the General Regulations for Undergraduate Degrees, Undergraduate Diplomas, Undergraduate Certificates, Graduate Diplomas and Graduate Certificates.

    Returning students

    For returning students, there may be changes to the majors and minors available and the courses you need to take. Go to the section called ‘Transitional Provisions’ in the Regulations to find out more.

    In some cases the qualification or specialisation you enrolled in may no longer be taking new enrolments, so may not appear on these web pages. To find information on the regulations for these qualifications go to the Massey University Calendar.

    Please contact us through the Get advice button on this page if you have any questions.

    English Program Requirements

    English Evidence Academic IELTS^: 6.5 overall and minimum 6.0 in each band
    English Evidence TOEFL iBT: Overall score 90, minimum 20 in Writing
    English Evidence Pearson Test of English (PTE): 58 overall and minimum 50 in each communicative skills

    Career

    Our graduates normally find positions as mid-to-senior level managers in organisations such as:

    • public and private sector civil defence and emergency management staff
    • lifeline utility professionals
    • fire, ambulance and defence services staff
    • health services professionals
    • managers or directors in the civil services
    • policy analysts.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    18,567 / year

    Graduate Diploma in Emergency Management – GradDipEmergMgt

    Massey University

    Massey University

    New Zealand

    New Zealand, Palmerston North