Executive and Graduate Certificates
Explore CIDER's Stackable Certificates
The Centre for Infectious Disease Emergency Response (CIDER) at the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine is proud to offer a new suite of Executive and Graduate Certificates focused on outbreak preparedness and response. Designed for working professionals, these programmes provide rigorous, practical training to prepare the next generation of leaders to manage complex infectious disease emergencies.
A Flexible Pathway to the MSc IDE
Our certificate programmes are built on an innovative, stackable credential pathway. This modular approach allows individuals to advance at their own pace while meeting their academic and professional development goals.
Built on an innovative stackable credential pathway, our modular courses allow you to advance at your own pace. Credits earned from our Executive and Graduate Certificates can be stacked towards the full Master of Science in Infectious Disease Emergencies (MSc IDE).
Next Intake
[Sem 1] 20 July 2026
[Sem 2] 11 January 2027Apply From
[Sem 1] Now - 30 June 2026
[Sem 2] Announced in OctoberStudy Mode
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Executive Certificates
All courses listed below are stackable towards the Master of Science in Infectious Disease Emergencies (MSc IDE).
Each Executive Certificate corresponds directly to a 4-unit course within the MSc IDE curriculum, allowing you to build credits toward a full degree at your own pace.
Admission & Credit Transfer Requirements:
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GPA Requirement: To successfully stack and transfer credits into the MSc IDE, learners must achieve a minimum grade of B- (equivalent to a GPA of 3.00) in the respective certificate courses.
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General Admission: Successful completion of individual certificates does not guarantee automatic admission into the Master's program; candidates must still meet the prevailing NUS admission criteria.
| S/N | Course Title | Brief Description |
Semester Offered | Mapped Course Code (units) | Fees - International (GST inclusive) | Fees - Singapore Citizens & PRs - 10% subsidy (GST inclusive) |
| 1 | Executive Certificate in Leadership and Coordination |
Leaders facing outbreaks need to coordinate the many pillars of response in the health and non-health sectors (public and private). Learners will have the opportunity to engage with international experts and will be enabled to develop their own leadership skills by understanding different styles of leadership and how they can be applied. | Sem 2 | IDE5001 | $6,431 | $5,788 |
| 2 | Executive Certificate in Surveillance and Epidemiology |
This course will explore the cause, prevention, and control of infectious disease emergencies (IDEs) through considering the epidemiologic triad of host, agent, and environment. Learners will acquire knowledge of field epidemiological methods used for outbreak data analysis and understand how this informs public health interventions. The module will also equip learners with the skills to interpret surveillance data, conduct risk assessments, and understand key components of designing surveillance systems. A One Health ecosystem approach will address the complexities of urban epidemiology. | Sem 1 | IDE5002 | $6,431 | $5,788 |
| 3 | Executive Certificate in Communications and Engagement in a Crisis |
This course provides coverage of the key elements of preparing for and delivering effective and comprehensive communications in a health crisis, including risk communication and community engagement (RCCE), information management, stakeholder engagement, media management, and media training. Conducted via an interactive series of lectures, workshops, small group discussions, and panel discussions with a team including global communications experts, learners will be guided on the steps needed to design, implement, and evaluate an effective and holistic communications plan in response to outbreaks. | Sem 1 | IDE5003 | $6,431 | $5,788 |
| 4 | Executive Certificate in Clinical Management, Infection Prevention and Control (IPC), and Facility Infrastructure |
In this course, learners will acquire knowledge to effectively prepare for and safely respond to a surge in demand for clinical case management during infectious disease emergencies (IDEs) and understand the role of well-considered facility infrastructure in outbreak preparedness. Usual patient care needs to be maintained while most healthcare resources pivot towards the outbreak response. Infection Prevention Control (IPC) systems and processes require enhancement and adaptation during infectious disease emergencies. The design of facilities in a healthcare system needs to consider pandemic preparedness. Learners will have the opportunity to explore these guiding principles in a hands-on manner, facilitated by in class activities, and opportunities to engage with leading experts. |
Sem 2 | IDE5004 | $6,431 | $5,788 |
| 5 | Executive Certificate in Research in a Pandemic |
This course examines the central role of research to inform and enhance various outbreak response strategies during different phases of an outbreak. The course will cover how research can be effectively conducted and published rapidly to answer pressing clinical and policy questions. Using a variety of case studies, challenges of clinical research conducted during health emergencies will be explored. The evolution of outbreak research from ad hoc investigations to mainstream internationally coordinated efforts will be examined along with the potential impact of ethical, legal, operational, and cultural factors on quality and research processes. |
Sem 2 | IDE5006 | $6,431 | $5,788 |
| 6 | Executive Certificate in Mental Health and Support for the Vulnerable |
This course will provide insights into strategies for protecting vulnerable populations such as children, women, and minority and disadvantaged groups in society, who are at risk of exploitation, abuse, or neglect, especially during an outbreak. Preparing these communities can improve resilience via proactive and informed interdisciplinary approaches toward building stronger and healthier communities. In addition, learners will engage with experts to explore innovative strategies to support ongoing wellbeing.
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Sem 2 | IDE5007 | $6,431 | $5,788 |
| 7 | Executive Certificate in Laboratory |
This course will provide the learners with an appreciation of the role laboratory has to play during and after an outbreak response. Learners will be exposed to various components such as testing, contact tracing, isolating, and communication of lab results. Important concepts that will be explored include Pathogen Genomics, Biorisk Management, and Evaluating and Implementing Novel Therapeutics.
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Sem 1 | IDE5008 | $6,431 | $5,788 |
| 8 | Executive Certificate in Training for Outbreak Response |
In this practical immersive course, learners will experience the design, implementation, and evaluation of various training methods for preparedness and response to infectious disease emergencies (IDEs). The innovative use of technology will be integrated into this and other courses, and learners will have hands-on experience to adapt to new trends in this sector. Skills acquired in this module will benefit the learner in educational initiatives beyond those required for outbreak preparedness and response.
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Sem 2 | IDE5009 | $6,431 | $5,788 |
| 9 | Executive Certificate in Outbreak Prone Pathogens |
Learners will gain knowledge on emerging and re-emerging pathogens with outbreak potential. An understanding of commonly identified organisms will be shared by content experts with real-world experience. A major focus of this course is on the chain of transmission and pragmatic interventions to interrupt spread of disease. Other features of this module include discussions surrounding intentional and unintentional origins of outbreaks and pathogens of concern.
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Sem 1 | IDE50010 | $6,431 | $5,788 |
Graduate Certificates
All certificates listed below are stackable towards the Master of Science in Infectious Disease Emergencies (MSc IDE).
Admission & Credit Transfer Requirements:
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GPA Requirement: To successfully stack and transfer course credits into a Graduate Certificate or the MSc IDE, learners must achieve a minimum grade of B- (equivalent to a GPA of 3.00) in each course.
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General Admission: Successful completion of individual courses or Graduate Certificates does not guarantee automatic admission into the MSc IDE program; candidates must still meet prevailing NUS admission criteria.
| S/N | Course Title | Description | Semester Offered | Mapped Course Code (units) | Fees - International (GST inclusive) | Fees - Singapore Citizens & PRs - 10% subsidy (GST inclusive) |
| 1 |
Graduate Certificate in Emergency Research and Laboratory Preparedness |
Laboratory (Sem 1) - This course will provide the learners with an appreciation of the role laboratory has to play during and after an outbreak response. Learners will be exposed to various components such as testing, contact tracing, isolating, and communication of lab results. Important concepts that will be explored include Pathogen Genomics, Biorisk Management, and Evaluating and Implementing Novel Therapeutics. Research (Sem 2)- This course examines the central role of research to inform and enhance various outbreak response strategies during different phases of an outbreak. The course will cover how research can be effectively conducted and published rapidly to answer pressing clinical and policy questions. Using a variety of case studies, challenges of clinical research conducted during health emergencies will be explored. The evolution of outbreak research from ad hoc investigations to mainstream internationally coordinated efforts will be examined along with the potential impact of ethical, legal, operational, and cultural factors on quality and research processes. |
Sem 1 and Sem 2 |
IDE5006 (4units) IDE5008 (4units) |
$12,862 | $11,576 |
| 2 |
Graduate Certificate in Management of Infectious Disease Emergencies |
Communications (Sem 1) - This course provides coverage of the key elements of preparing for and delivering effective and comprehensive communications in a health crisis, including risk communication and community engagement (RCCE), information management, stakeholder engagement, media management, and media training. Conducted via an interactive series of lectures, workshops, small group discussions, and panel discussions with a team including global communications experts, learners will be guided on the steps needed to design, implement, and evaluate an effective and holistic communications plan in response to outbreaks. Leadership (Sem 2) - Leaders facing outbreaks need to coordinate the many pillars of response in the health and non-health sectors (public and private). Learners will have the opportunity to engage with international experts and will be enabled to develop their own leadership skills by understanding different styles of leadership and how they can be applied. Clinical Management (Sem 2) - Learners will acquire knowledge to effectively prepare for and safely respond to a surge in demand for clinical case management during infectious disease emergencies (IDEs) and understand the role of well-considered facility infrastructure in outbreak preparedness. Usual patient care needs to be maintained while most healthcare resources pivot towards the outbreak response. Infection Prevention Control (IPC) systems and processes require enhancement and adaptation during infectious disease emergencies. The design of facilities in a healthcare system needs to consider pandemic preparedness. Learners will have the opportunity to explore these guiding principles in a hands-on manner, facilitated by in class activities, and opportunities to engage with leading experts. |
Sem 1 and Sem 2 |
IDE5001 (4units) IDE5003 (4units) IDE5004 (4units) |
$19,293 | $17,364 |
| 3 |
Graduate Certificate in Emergency Training and Risk Communication |
Communications (Sem 1) - This course provides coverage of the key elements of preparing for and delivering effective and comprehensive communications in a health crisis, including risk communication and community engagement (RCCE), information management, stakeholder engagement, media management, and media training. Conducted via an interactive series of lectures, workshops, small group discussions, and panel discussions with a team including global communications experts, learners will be guided on the steps needed to design, implement, and evaluate an effective and holistic communications plan in response to outbreaks. Training (Sem 2) - In this practical immersive course, learners will experience the design, implementation, and evaluation of various training methods for preparedness and response to infectious disease emergencies (IDEs). The innovative use of technology will be integrated into this and other courses, and learners will have hands-on experience to adapt to new trends in this sector. Skills acquired in this module will benefit the learner in educational initiatives beyond those required for outbreak preparedness and response. |
Sem 1 and Sem 2 |
IDE5003 (4units) IDE5009 (4units) |
$12,862 | $11,576 |
