Introduction
The program provides in-depth leadership training centered on strategic, organizational, and operational security management in both corporate and public administration contexts. It prioritizes hands-on learning via tabletop exercises and group discussions. The objective is for participants to cultivate an understanding of the dynamic relationships among society, businesses, and individuals, alongside acquiring insights into threats, vulnerabilities, and broader security issues. This encompasses knowledge of diverse security cultures, including resilience management and the establishment of high-reliability organizations. Moreover, participants will gain the necessary skills to proficiently manage security operations within their own organizations.
Course content
The program consists of 5 in-person sessions, each lasting 3 days, and 1 virtual online modules. The in-person sessions take place at BI's campus and are spread over 2 semesters. The topic overview for the modules is shown in the table below.
| Module 1: Security Culture and Security Perspectives | - Introduction & security challenges during change and restructuring
- Terminology in security management (Risk, Safety, Security, Resilience, Uncertainty, etc.)
- Importance of organizational security culture
- Organizational robustness, resilience, and redundancy
| In-Person |
| Module 2: Assessment of organizational resilience | Application of Security Theory in Practice: The use of the FRAM (Functional Resonance Analysis Method) tool | Online |
| Module 3: Preparedness and emergency planning | - Emergency planning, impact analyses, and scenario analyses
- Management of emergency response teams
- Reflection on operational security work in practice
| In-Person |
| Module 4: Understanding risk, risk analysis, and risk management | - Risk management as a primary decision support tool for leaders
- Operational risk, risk analysis, risk process, prioritization, and measures
- Decision-making in emergency situations
- Reflection on risk management; significance for practical work
| In-Person |
| Module 5: Digitalization and Cybersecurity | - Information Security
- Digitalization and Cybersecurity
- Handling Cyber Threats
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| Module 6: Security management from a national/international perspective | - The Total Defense Concept and the Organization of National-Level Preparedness
- Security from a National/ International Perspective
- Threat Landscape, Scenario Analyses, and Various Measures
- Crisis Communication, Media, and Crisis Management
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