In the past years Singapore was considered to be a small island nation that had mixed culture and many well known shopping facilities. There were many who held that Singapore is a country that is low on natural resources and high on manpower. But with upright policies of the government Singapore has become one of the premier venues for high quality education in Asia. Today, Singapore has one of the highest literacy rates. The high percentage of diploma and graduate degree holders leads to the overall economic success of the nation. For quite some time now the top business schools that are found in various parts of Singapore have attracted people far and wide. The business schools in Singapore create leaders who shape the practices of business in every sector around the world. Nowadays, Singapore is known worldwide and especially in India and Asia for its internationally recognized graduate education.
Aventis school of management in collaboration with the Centre for Behavioral Science jointly award the Graduate Diploma in Counter Terrorism and Security which is cater to improve professional standards by deepening students' understanding of the history and motivators of terrorism, and thereby developing their ability to critique current (and anticipate future) terrorist threats and possible counterterrorist measures. Assessment items will encourage the application of theory to practice, with the aim of having students articulating ways in which their learning can be applied to their own professional practice. Students will also acquire practical knowledge in security risk, security technology and lost prevention knowledge.
Participants Profile ranges from Senior members of both public and government organizations that are involved in security related areas, facilities managers ,Security managers/ Security Supervisor , Security consultants, Intelligence investigations personnel and Custodial and loss prevention specialists Graduates of the program will developed an understanding of the contemporary issues and challenges in the areas of policing, counter terrorism and security. Attained knowledge and skills associated with developing responses to political, security and law enforcement threats. A comprehensive understanding of the current trends in terrorism and policing. Understanding of National Security refers to the requirement to maintain the survival of the national state through a range of protective measures. Identify and distinguish between different types of terrorism according to the ideology of the terrorists.
Up to date Curriculum includes Security and Risk Management which introduce the student to security and risk management concepts. It will examine the development of security, and the application of criminological theory to security. Students will be introduced to risk theory, and the assessment, analysis and management applied to risk. Students will consider the requirements for conducting and documenting security surveys. An introduction to crisis management theory, security planning, policy and procedures will be presented.
Another hot subject is Counter Terrorism & Current Threats where students learn about the various terrorist organizations which operate on an international level and can be distinguished by their opinions, motives, and geographical locations. Current threats and recent terrorist attacks by means of explosive devices will also be highlighted in the unit e.g. USA-WTC 9/11, Bali Bombing & Mumbai Terrorist Attacks. This unit will also explore the evolution of national security and counterterrorism and evaluates approaches to formulating effective counterterrorist strategies. The unit includes operational case studies to enhance students' knowledge and understanding of counterterrorism methodologies.
Security and Lost Prevention will addressed on the security professional's fundamental responsibilities, such as planning, compliance, applicant screening, and workplace safety. Retail lost Prevention e.g. Shop lifting, embezzlement, credit card theft, check/cheque fraud will be highlighted in this unit.
Last but not least Criminology and Behavioural Psychology will equip students to understand the key areas of criminology and psychology. As the crime problems today become an increasingly central focus, you will acquire the methodological skills and theoretical tools that criminology practitioner's use, and lstudy specific ways of understanding people and their behaviour.
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