An Interactive 5-Day Training Course
Leadership & Decision-Making in Crisis & Emergency Situations
Preparing Leaders to Think Clearly, Decide Decisively, and
Lead Responsibly in Crisis and Emergency Situations
Course Overview
The Leadership & Decision-Making in Crisis & Emergency Situations training course is designed to empower professionals with the essential knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to lead effectively in high-stakes environments. Crises and emergencies demand more from leaders than routine operations, requiring rapid decision-making under pressure, strategic risk management, and the ability to guide teams through uncertainty. This training course prepares participants to navigate these challenges by developing advanced leadership competencies that ensure favourable outcomes for their organisations, stakeholders, and the public they serve.
Throughout this training course, participants will explore the psychological and organisational dynamics that influence decision-making in emergencies. They will learn to apply ethical leadership principles, collaborate with external agencies, and manage personnel under crisis conditions. By the end of the training course, participants will be equipped to lead teams confidently, solve complex problems, and make rational decisions before, during, and after emergencies.
This Leadership & Decision-Making in Crisis & Emergency Situations training course will highlight:
- Exercising leadership and personnel management under emergency and crisis situations
- Assessing, prioritizing, and managing risks and threats before, during, and after a crisis or emergency
- Making decisions quickly and efficiently, and knowing when and how to involve others and to delegate effectively
- Communicating and collaborating with legal and government authorities, media, and other agencies and organisations
- Conducting emergency and crisis management operations
Training Outline
- The nature of crises and emergencies
- Individual psychology under crisis and emergency conditions
- Collective psychology under crisis and emergency conditions
- Evolution and dynamics of crises and emergencies
- Instinct, intuition, and reason
- Rational decision-making processes
- Individual and collective decision-making
- Organizational and public responsibilities of leaders in crises and emergencies
- Crisis/emergency management organization
- Creating effective and efficient teams through rapid team building
- Creating effective and efficient inter-agency cooperation and collaboration
- Seeking cause and effect to solve the problem, not to attribute blame or responsibility
- Creating and running a crisis/emergency command centre
- Elements of risk management: prevention, response, containment, and recovery
- Principles of business continuity and crisis operations
- Caring for subordinates and their families
- The leader's self-care
- Responsibilities to authorities, the public and/or victims
Certificates
- On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates
- Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE) : In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsor, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance
Accreditation
GLOMACS is registered with NASBA as a sponsor of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. NASBA have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.learningmarket.org.
All Training Seminars delivered by GLOMACS by default are eligible for CPE Credit.
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About Saudi Glomacs
At Saudi GLOMACS, we specialize in delivering world-class training courses in Saudi Arabia and across various international locations. Our training courses are tailored to meet the unique demands of Saudi Vision 2030 and the Human Capability Development Program, focusing on empowering Saudi citizens and enhancing workforce skills. We offer diverse courses spanning leadership, management, engineering, and technical disciplines to cultivate expertise and drive professional growth. Our flexible learning options—whether in-person, online, or in-house—ensure accessibility and convenience for individuals and organizations alike.
With over 30+ years of experience through the GLOMACS global network, we are committed to delivering innovative, results-driven training solutions. Our expert instructors combine industry knowledge with dynamic teaching methods, fostering practical skill development and long-term career success. By choosing Saudi GLOMACS, you're investing in personal excellence and contributing to the Kingdom’s sustainable economic growth and vision-driven transformation.
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