About this Course This course introduces the fundamentals of Disaster Risk Financing (DRF) through real-world case studies that highlight the difficult trade-offs governments face in the aftermath of disasters. It explores how DRF supports timely and effective response and recovery, and why it is a critical component of disaster risk management. What you’ll Learn You will learn the purpose, scope, and basic principles of Disaster Risk Financing, understand its development impact, and gain insights into innovative DRF projects from around the world. The course will equip you with the knowledge to engage in informed discussions on DRF with a range of stakeholders. How the Course Works The course is self-paced and delivered through short, bite-sized modules built around case studies and examples applied. Learners can progress at their own pace and receive a certificate of completion upon successfully passing the assessments.
About Open Learning Campus
All registered users of OLC can experience its impact of new features. If you are already registered with OLC you can directly sign in to the new system. If you are a new user then do register to avail of the dynamic learning opportunities from WBG to deepen your knowledge and skills on a variety of development related topics. For example, you will have access to timely resources such as:
- Ted like video talks
- Podcasts
- Formal learnings (i.e., Self-paced courses/Facilitated Courses/MOOCs)
- Live events and Knowledge Exchanges
- Communities of Practice
You will have access to an extensive catalog of resources through which you can search and discover relevant learning materials.
How to Access the Course Content
To access the course content, please follow the below registration steps:
- Open https://wbg.edcast.com/
- Navigate to “No account?” and select “Create one!”. Select “Next” to continue with the next step.
- Enter the code that you received via email at the “Enter Code” field. Select “Sign in” to continue with the next step.
- Fill in your First and Last Names and select a preferred communication language. Select “Next” to continue with the next step.
- Select up to five learning goals. Select “Next” to continue with the next step.
- Select up to five skills. Select “Next” to continue with the next step.
- Congratulations and welcome to the OLC! You’ll find additional tips and suggestions inside the “Welcome to the Open Learning Campus” channel at the top of the home page.
Course Details
- Mode: Self-Paced