MSc Security Management
Master
Distance
Description
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Type
Master
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Methodology
Distance Learning
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Duration
Flexible
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Online campus
Yes
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Delivery of study materials
Yes
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Support service
Yes
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Virtual classes
Yes
What you'll learn
The debates between those seeking to retain the discipline’s focus purely on military conflict and those who argue that in a globalised world Security Studies needs to be expanded to a consideration of economic, environmental as well as social issues.
The issue of security management and its application to protecting assets, infrastructure and people. Issues pertaining to cybersecurity, network security, corporate espionage as well as identity theft.
The overall aspect and impact of financial crime in the context of the security of the financial system and wider security-related issues, including financing of terrorism.
Terrorism and political violence conducted by non-state actors.
What intelligence and analysis mean, their overall role, and their application to security-related issues of criminology and the domain of public protection.
Emerging paradigms within counter-terrorism safety and security at both local and global levels, and to explore some justifications for the increasing ‘securitisation’ of social life.
About this course
IT REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDYING THIS COURSE
The modules are delivered online with videos, documents, and other online resources. Access is via internet browser with a reliable internet connection.
Learners need to be online whilst studying the course as progress is reported back to our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).
What are our IT recommendations?
Computer Type:
Microsoft PC: Windows 7 and above
Apple: Mac OS X 10.11 and above
Processor: 1.8GHz or higher
Memory: 512MB minimum
RAM: 3GB of RAM or more
Display: 1024 x 768 display or higher
Network bandwidth: 1MB minimum
When does it start and how long is the course?
We offer one start date per academic year (September).
The programme must be completed within:
PGCert: 11 months
PGDip: 22 months
MSc: 28 months
WHY CHOOSE INFORMA CONNECT
Accessible – 24/7 availability from wherever you have an internet connection
Flexible – take control of where, when, how and the rate at which you study
Professional – industry leading course directors and tutors
Quality – study the same course used by corporations for internal training
Network – with tutors and like-minded professionals from around the world. Use our online tutorial forum to ask questions and share knowledge
Save money – no additional travel or accommodation costs
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Subjects
- Intelligence Analysis
- Global
- Financial
- Security Management
- Financial Crime
- Financial Training
- Preventing
- Laundering
- Money
- Terrorism
Course programme
The course syllabus is designed to provide a deep insight to security management, and its role in preventing global crime, terrorism, and money laundering.
- Module 1 - Security Studies
- Module 2 - Security Management
- Module 3 - International Financial Crime and Security
- Module 4 - Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism
- Module 5 - Intelligence Analysis
- Module 6 - Contemporary Issues in Crime, Safety and Security
- Module 7 - Security Management Dissertation
- To successfully complete the course you must pass each module.
- Assessment will incorporate coursework, online examinations, research assignments and essays.
- You will also be expected to participate in the virtual learning environment with tutors and fellow students.
- There will be no examinations requiring attendance at a venue.
Additional information
MSc Security Management