Our Professional Education Program comprises select short courses, seminars and in-house training. The Program draws from our academic and research expertise.

The following courses are now open for bookings:

PICT802 - Terrorism Issues

This unit explores the evolution of terrorism and politically motivated violence, considers the motivations of terrorists and terrorist groups, assesses trends in terrorist methodology, and evaluates approaches to formulating effective counter terrorist strategies. The unit includes case studies of terrorist and insurgent groups, including Al-Qaeda and Jemaah Islamiyah, to enhance students' knowledge and understanding of the practitioners of terrorism and political violence. The unit is largely based on practical operational experience, drawing from government, terrorist and media sources. Students will be encouraged to follow their own study interest for the essay in consultation with the course deliverer.

Sydney Dates: 2012 TBA

 

PICT 818 National Security and Counter Terrorism

This course examines the structure and components of national security, including the role of the intelligence and law enforcement communities, and considers which areas of the public and private sectors need to play a part. The course examines different homeland security models and what comprises an effective counter terrorism strategy. 

Sydney Dates: 2012 TBA

Customised in-house programs are available locally, nationally or internationally at client's preferred venue.
 

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To register or for further information on short courses contact:
Louise Hutchence
Phone: +61 2 9850 1421
E: Louise.Hutchence@pict.mq.edu.au