Sustainable management of water resources and access to safe water and sanitation are essential for unlocking economic growth and productivity and provide significant leverage for existing investments in health and education. However, water is only one of several vital natural resources and it is imperative that water issues are not considered in isolation. Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) approach that has now been accepted internationally as the way forward for efficient, equitable and sustainable development and management of the world’s limited water resources and for coping with conflicting demands. This course aims to offer a broad-based coverage of the principles and practices of integrated water resources management (IWRM).

Target Participants

This course is targeted on participants who are working in natural sciences, engineering, health, governance, public administration, social science, economics, resource conservation, strategic planning, and project management.

Course Duration

Online      7 Days

Classroom-based      5 Days

Course Outline

• Natural Water Resource Management
• Principles of Integrated Water Resources Management
• Policies of Integrated Water Resources Management
• Economical tools in Water Management
• Water Consumption
• Wastewater Management
• Water Security
• Water infrastructure and management
• Desertification
• Water and Agriculture
• Gender Parities in Water Management
• IWRM and Climate Change

Training Approach

This course is delivered by our seasoned trainers who have vast experience as expert professionals in the respective fields of practice. The course is taught through a mix of practical activities, theory, group works and case studies.

Training manuals and additional reference materials are provided to the participants.

Certification

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued with a certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We can also do this as a tailor-made course to meet organization-wide needs. A training needs assessment will be done on the training participants to collect data on the existing skills, knowledge gaps, training expectations, and tailor-made needs.