About this course: Learn how to address the main challenges of communication in humanitarian settings and how to implement a communication plan in the midst of humanitarian action.
Created by: University of Geneva
Taught by: Prof. Doris Schopper, Director of CERAH, joint Centre of the University of Geneva and the Graduate Institute of Geneva
Faculty of Medicine
Taught by: Dr. Valérie Gorin, CERAH lecturer
Centre for Education and Research in Humanitarian Action
Taught by: Jean-Marc Biquet, Course coordinator and lecturer at CERAH
Centre for Education and Research in Humanitarian Action
Taught by: Claire Barthélémy, Course coordinator and lecturer at CERAH
Centre for Education and Research in Humanitarian Action
Taught by: Claire Doole, Invited lecturer
Centre for Education and Research in Humanitarian Action
Taught by: Claire Bellmann, Professional Trainer, Coach and Facilitator
Centre for Education and Research in Humanitarian Action
| Level | Intermediate |
| Language | English |
| How To Pass | Pass all graded assignments to complete the course. |
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Syllabus
WEEK 1
Week 1
Dear students, Welcome to this course on communication in humanitarian settings. During this week, we will cover the main concepts and definitions essential to understand the specific framework of communication in humanitarian settings.
11 videos, 3 readings
Graded: Quiz- Week 1
WEEK 2
Week 2
During this week, we will explore the different types of communication and communication structures that one could encounter in humanitarian context in order to better reach target audiences when communicating.
12 videos, 3 readings
Graded: Quiz - Week 2
WEEK 3
Week 3
This week is dedicated to the main challenges of communication in humanitarian settings and the way to address them.
During the course we will also explore key behavioural postures to be more effective when communicating.
12 videos, 4 readings
Graded: Quiz - Week 3
WEEK 4
Week 4
This week is dedicated to the understanding of the communication project cycle and the way to implement the first steps of the communication project cycle.
3 videos, 3 readings
WEEK 5
Week 5
During this week we will explore how to design a communication plan in the midst of humanitarian action.
2 videos, 1 reading
Graded: Ebola Case Study
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University of Geneva
Founded in 1559, the University of Geneva (UNIGE) is one of Europe's leading universities. Devoted to research, education and dialogue, the UNIGE shares the international calling of its host city, Geneva, a centre of international and multicultural activities with a venerable cosmopolitan tradition.
Ratings and Reviews
Very interesting course.
Is an excellent course. Was much more than expected.
It is a very good course highly recommended for anyone who wishes to take up the challenge of working in humanitarian sector. The course content is very simple, structured and course coordinators are good. Peer counselling and forums are a good way to further your understanding about any issue which you might think is tricky. Case studies are very helpful and peer reviewed assignments are a great expereince. Highly recommended.
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