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Module Specifications

Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Co-ordinating Inter-Organisational Response
Module Code	MT567
School	DCUBS
Online Module Resources
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

This module gives students an understanding of the processes and activities involved in co-ordinating the inter-organisational response required in managing emergencies. The need for collaboration in response to major emergencies is clearly evident. Accomplishing such collaboration among disparate and diverse agencies and individuals is not always easy. The means by which this might be accomplished and the issues encountered in achieving effective collaboration are considered in this module.

Learning Outcomes

1. Determine and critique a theoretical framework for the management and co-ordination of inter-organisational response to emergency management
2. Verify the key socio-cultural issues which are significant when co-ordinating an inter-organisational response to emergencies
3. Critique the key applied and theoretical studies of collaborative work and inter-organisational responses to emergencies
4. Recommend a model for command and control of emergency response at local, regional and central government level

Workload	Full-time hours per semester
*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Lecture	24	6 x 4 hour lectures during semester
Independent learning time	101	Student will use this time to read, research and complete assessments
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Introduction.
Introduction to the two aspects of the module, the theoretical and the applied.Concepts of society - a sociology of groups and organisations, risk society.

Part 1 (a).
Culture – An investigation of culture in inter-organisational workIssues of class, poverty, gender, race and ethnicity – the role of the media.

Part 1 (b).
Power and Control – A consideration of power and control in collaborative work – theState, social movements and NGOs, individuals and organisations.

Part 2 (a).
Organisational Response – A review of the organisation and the emergency response functions of the Principal Response Agencies in Ireland and the various mechanisms for their interaction with industry..

Part 2 (b).
Lead Agency – A discussion on determination/designation of Lead Agencies, the specific coordination function associated with the Lead Agency role and the requirements for coordination centres..

Part 2 (c).
Information Management – an investigation of the data management requirements needed to ensure an informed decision making process during potentially dynamic scenarios.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Course Work Breakdown
Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Presentation	Group presentation and written report	60%	Sem 2 End
Assignment	Individual assignment	40%	Sem 2 End

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Hodgetts T.J. and Porter, C: 2002, Major Incident Management System, BMJ Books,
Hornby, S: 1993, Collaborative Care: Interprofessional, Interagency and Interpersonal, Blackwell Scientific,
Child. J., and Faulkner, D: 1998, Strategies for Co-operation: managing Alliances, networks and joint ventures, Oxford University Press,

Other Resources

630, Government Policy Document, 2006, A Framework for Major Emergency Management, 631, Policy Document, Department of Defence, 2004, Strategic Emergency Planning Guidance,

Array

Programme or List of Programmes

MSEM

MSc in Emergency Management

PBSSA

PG Exchange(Business School)

PBSSAO

PG Study Abroad(Business School)

Timetable this semester: Timetable for MT567

Date of Last Revision

28-MAY-09

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