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.
Offered By
Humanitarian communication : Addressing key challenges
University of GenevaAbout this Course
7,666 recent views
Flexible deadlines
Reset deadlines in accordance to your schedule.
Shareable Certificate
Earn a Certificate upon completion
100% online
Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.
Intermediate Level
Approx. 10 hours to complete
English
Subtitles: French, Portuguese (European), Russian, English, Spanish
Instructors
Flexible deadlines
Reset deadlines in accordance to your schedule.
Shareable Certificate
Earn a Certificate upon completion
100% online
Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.
Intermediate Level
Approx. 10 hours to complete
English
Subtitles: French, Portuguese (European), Russian, English, Spanish
Offered by
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.
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
3 hours to complete
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.
3 hours to complete
11 videos (Total 77 min), 3 readings, 1 quiz
2 hours to complete
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.
2 hours to complete
12 videos (Total 69 min), 3 readings, 1 quiz
2 hours to complete
Week 3
This week is dedicated to the main challenges of communication in humanitarian settings and the way to address them.
2 hours to complete
12 videos (Total 68 min), 4 readings, 1 quiz
1 hour to complete
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.
1 hour to complete
3 videos (Total 13 min), 3 readings
Reviews
TOP REVIEWS FROM HUMANITARIAN COMMUNICATION : ADDRESSING KEY CHALLENGES
by TSFeb 12, 2017
This course was very interesting ! Go back to come communications basics and then move on to a humanitarian focused point of view was a great way to talk about issues we can face in our daily work.
by HMJul 28, 2017
This is very useful course, especially for those who are working or volunteering in the humanitarian organizations, and those students who are planning their career in humanitarian sector.
by MSMar 26, 2017
Great course ! Good eye opener to the importance of ethics in communication tools. It also effectively provided the tools to develop a strong communication strategy! Thanks
by LAJul 16, 2017
The course was very concise and full of relevant information about communication in humanitarian crisis. I would highly recommend it for everybody interested in this topic!
Frequently Asked Questions
When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?
What will I get if I purchase the Certificate?
Is financial aid available?
More questions? Visit the Learner Help Center.
