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Risk Management Short Courses

Managing risk is a proactive and strategic approach to addressing uncertainty and potential negative outcomes.

 

It is essential for protecting assets, making informed decisions, complying with regulations, and sustaining trust and reputation. Effective risk management is a fundamental component of responsible and successful organisational management.

 

Risk to land focus

 

Our range of specialised courses equips individuals and organisations with the knowledge and skills needed to protect lives, assets, and the environment from various property risks, including those posed by bushfires, floods, and land contamination.

 

In an era of increasing environmental concerns and natural disasters, understanding and mitigating these risks is paramount. Explore our courses to become a proactive agent of change in your community.

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Get ahead, stay ahead

Get ahead, stay ahead

Get ahead by deep diving into the specific skills, trends and knowledge that you need to stay ahead.
Stay industry connected

Stay industry connected

Keep pace with emerging trends and changes with courses designed and taught by academic and industry experts.
Interactive learning

Interactive learning

Intimate, interactive and engaging small-class learning with opportunities to network with colleagues online or on-campus.

Planning for adverse weather

Australia's distinct environment poses challenges in dealing with extreme weather like bushfires and floods. Our comprehensive courses can prepare you for managing construction and land use in vulnerable areas.

Contaminated land management

Contaminated land poses significant environmental and health risks. Our specialised courses focus on identifying, assessing, and managing the consequences of land contamination.

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Planning for Bushfire Prone Areas Planning for Bushfire Prone Areas
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Planning for Bushfire Prone Areas

Prevention and protection. Understand the legislation, planning and design principles that protect property and human life from bushfires.

  • 17 Mar 25 - 21 Mar 25
  • 5 days
  • 5 x 8 hrs
  • 3,245
  • On Campus (Sydney)
  • Scheduled sessions
Managing Flood Risk to Existing Properties Managing Flood Risk to Existing Properties
Short Course

Managing Flood Risk to Existing Properties

Learn how to reduce flood risk and keep existing communities safe taught by experts from the NSW Government, local government and UTS.

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  • 3 days
  • 4.5 hrs
  • 550
  • Online
  • Scheduled sessions
CSMR Module 1: Contaminated Land Principles CSMR Module 1: Contaminated Land Principles
Short Course

CSMR Module 1: Contaminated Land Principles

Gain an introduction or refresh your existing skills to the essential principles of contaminated land management.

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  • 8.5 hrs
  • 8.5 hrs
  • 700
  • Online
  • Scheduled sessions
CSMR Module 2: Investigation, Remediation and Reporting CSMR Module 2: Investigation, Remediation and Reporting
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CSMR Module 2: Investigation, Remediation and Reporting

Equip yourself with the knowledge you need for effective review of contaminated land consultant reports.

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  • 8.5 hrs
  • 8.5 hrs
  • 700
  • Online
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CSMR Module 3: Better Contaminated Land Regulation CSMR Module 3: Better Contaminated Land Regulation
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CSMR Module 3: Better Contaminated Land Regulation

Learn how to use council environmental regulatory powers to achieve improved outcomes.

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  • 8.5 hrs
  • 8.5 hrs
  • 700
  • Online
  • Scheduled sessions
CSARM Module A: Ground Rules for Contaminated Sites CSARM Module A: Ground Rules for Contaminated Sites
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CSARM Module A: Ground Rules for Contaminated Sites

Learn the essential elements of contaminated sites assessment, management and remediation and equip yourself with an understanding of the current laws, regulations and guidance.

  • 12 Mar 25 - 14 Mar 25
  • 3 days
  • Pre-readings + 3 days
  • 2,300
  • Mixed (online and in-person)
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CSARM Module B: Effective Site Assessment CSARM Module B: Effective Site Assessment
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CSARM Module B: Effective Site Assessment

Find out what you need to know about the essentials of contaminated sites assessments. This course covers regulatory drivers, guidance requirements and methods for investigating contaminated soils, groundwaters and soil vapours.

  • 09 Apr 25 - 11 Apr 25
  • 2.5 days
  • Pre-readings + 2.5 days
  • 2,000
  • Mixed (online and in-person)
  • Scheduled sessions
CSARM Modules C and D: Assessment of Contaminants of Concern CSARM Modules C and D: Assessment of Contaminants of Concern
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CSARM Modules C and D: Assessment of Contaminants of Concern

Learn about the properties, chemistry and toxicology of contaminants in soils and groundwater, and how to assess the risk of harm to humans and other living organisms.

  • 07 May 25 - 09 May 25
  • 3 days
  • Pre-readings + 3 days
  • 2,300
  • Mixed (online and in-person)
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CSARM Module E: Risk-based Site Assessment CSARM Module E: Risk-based Site Assessment
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CSARM Module E: Risk-based Site Assessment

Explore the role of risk assessment in contaminated sites assessment remediation and management, and learn key methodologies for human health and ecological risk assessment.

  • 17 Sep 25 - 19 Sep 25
  • 3 days
  • Pre-readings + 3 days
  • 2,300
  • Mixed (online and in-person)
  • Scheduled sessions
CSARM Module F: Remediation Principles and Closure CSARM Module F: Remediation Principles and Closure
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CSARM Module F: Remediation Principles and Closure

Learn about current methods for remediation of contaminated soils, groundwater and soil vapours, and how to write defensible reports.

  • 22 Oct 25 - 24 Oct 25
  • 2.5 days
  • Pre-readings + 2.5 days
  • 2,000
  • Mixed (online and in-person)
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Swimming Pool Assessments, Compliance and Safety Awareness Swimming Pool Assessments, Compliance and Safety Awareness
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Gain an in-depth understanding of NSW swimming pool legislation.

  • 20 Mar 25 - 21 Mar 25
  • 2 days
  • 16 hrs
  • 1,468
  • Online
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Managing Crisis Communication Managing Crisis Communication
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Managing Crisis Communication

Develop both practical skills and a sophisticated understanding of the role that communication plays in issues and crisis management.

  • 14 Apr 25 - 09 May 25
  • 4 wks
  • Avg 7 hrs/wk
  • 840
  • Online
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Acknowledgement of Country

UTS acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, the Boorooberongal people of the Dharug Nation, the Bidiagal people and the Gamaygal people, upon whose ancestral lands our university stands. We would also like to pay respect to the Elders both past and present, acknowledging them as the traditional custodians of knowledge for these lands.

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