This bitesize course explains the key principles and terminology regarding cyber security. It gives practical advice on how to best protect yourself and your business, and offers suggestions to consider for a more robust system.  Please note: This online course works best in Google Chrome. Read more

This bitesize course explores the essentials of security risk management, including the risk matrix, identifying threats, assets and vulnerabilities, as well as practical measures to help create a comprehensive plan.  Please note: This online course works best in Google Chrome. Read more

This course is delivered 12 - 14 November 2024 - Leicester, UK Conducting a security survey is an essential skill for security managers, consultants, and other security professionals. Surveying is often fundamental to the design and functionality of a good security provision. This SRF BTEC Level 4 course will teach you how to identify particular threats to your business, premises and staff, and most importantly, how you can protect against them. This 3 day classroom course provides a step-by-step guide to the process of conducting an effective survey. You will leave the course having created and designed a template for conducting your own security surveys, which you can then use at your place of work. During the training, our experienced instructors will guide you through each stage involved in conducting a survey. You will also learn how to use the security survey as part of your ongoing risk analysis and security strategy. Assessment for this BTEC Level 4 Award includes the creation of a portfolio of work, forming the basis of a written assignment. This written assignment is then completed after the classroom training has finished, in your own environment. In addition to the written assignment, the 1:1 sessions with the instructor at the end of the course also forms the basis of the BTEC accreditation. As part of the course you will be able to put in to practice the theory you have learnt by undertaking a physical survey of a site, under the supervision of the instructor. Core content When to conduct a security survey How to plan and conduct a security survey What constitutes an effective security survey How to use crime prevention methods and techniques to reduce crime and loss How to use the security survey to prepare a risk assessment What security measures are available and when and how to use them How to write a security survey report and make effective recommendations Read more

This course is delivered 28 October - 1 November 2024 - Leicester, UK This security management training course is an essential exploration of the key ideas, techniques and concerns at the heart of professional security management today. Delivered as a classroom course, learners will work towards a BTEC Level 4 Award. This is an internationally-recognised qualification, supporting your career development and promotion opportunities. Past learners of this course have gone on to complete other qualifications to further their career, and to boost career progression in this competitive industry. During the course, you will cover a comprehensive look at the responsibilities, resources and skills that are central to providing effective security management. From identifying issues, understanding theories about risk, and isolating causes and prevention of crime, this qualification in security management is the ideal course for anyone wishing to develop their career in the security industry. Assessment for this security management training course is based on completion of the course workbook,  which is used to support a written assignment that is completed post-course. Because there is no exam to sit, you can take your time to consider the best way to complete the coursework. You will receive support during the course, and our academic team can provide additional support should you need it after the training. Importantly, this means that when you sign up to train with us, we are with you for the whole journey, ensuring you receive the highest quality support and guidance. Core content Over this five day classroom course, learning is delivered through group discussion, desk top exercises, and expert guidance from the course tutor. As a result, training is engaging and challenges you to think in different ways. You’ll cover: Role of the security manager Criminology, offenders and crime prevention theory Key legislation Risk management Crime management and prevention Security and working with human resources Supply chain security Security technology Preventing customer and supplier theft Preventing burglary, robbery and fraud Designing a security/crime reduction initiative Writing effective security reports Adding value through security The classroom course is five working days, Monday to Friday, 9-5pm with an hour’s lunch. Read more

Corporate Intelligence Management (Virtual Classroom Training)  This course is delivered via Zoom. You will be emailed full joining instructions before the course. There has never been a time when understanding and managing corporate intelligence has been more crucial. Given the growing concern over data, information gathering and the storage of personal details, this training is essential to help you understand this broad subject. Over two days, this innovative short course covers critical areas including the effective collection, analysis and communication of intelligence. The course focuses on the strategic gathering of information, its analysis and development into commercial intelligence. You will leave the course with a broader understanding of how the use of intelligence can inform enterprise decision making. Importantly, you’ll learn how to design targeted security initiatives, which is perhaps one of the most critical parts of the subject. The workshop is for all those who have a need to understand the risks and vulnerabilities of not actively engaging with all forms of corporate intelligence. Delivered by an experienced professional within this sector, you’ll have the opportunity to discuss and explore topics with a recognised subject matter expert. Core content What is commercial intelligence? Intelligence, strategy and decision making OSINT (Open Source Intelligence) HUMINT (Human Intelligence) Intelligence and risk management Intelligence and the security function Information gathering Information analysis Grading intelligence The use of databases Intelligence cycles Controlling and communicating intelligence Intelligence report writing Legislation and compliance Read more

This course is delivered 14 - 18 October 2024 - Leicester, UK 5 Day Classroom Course. Professionals from all industries can be called upon to conduct investigations within the workplace. It’s crucial that impartiality and fairness are adopted by those tasked with the investigation, but there is a lot more to consider here. The purpose of the investigation may be to establish whether a crime has been committed. Perhaps a complaint has been raised, or an incident has happened which requires analysis. It may be a suspicion of malpractice, or the organisation is suffering from internal theft. Investigations can lead to supporting potential litigation, or internal disciplinary procedures. This popular classroom training course provides the basic skills and knowledge necessary to undertake fair, legally-compliant and effective investigations. You’ll leave training with a thorough understanding of the relationship between employment law to criminal law.  You’ll cover corporate risk, the nuances of body language and questioning styles and techniques. The training course is delivered by subject matter experts, using interactive case studies and practical scenarios. It is based on UK law, and considers international legal frameworks. The training draws out specific details from jurisdictions represented by the learner group. Although this training course includes elements of ‘security’, it is not just aimed at those within security departments. We welcome those from HR, Facilities, general management roles, and many functions which sit outside that of the traditional security manager. Your tutor will ensure your personal and professional motivations for wishing to complete this training is understood and catered to. Read more