Certificate in Security Management (CSM)

Professional training course

Certificate in Security Management (CSM)

This course will provide participants with an insight into the fundamentals of managing modern and effective security op... The outline covers Security policies and procedures, Security operations management, Perimeter a...

Classroom

7 sessions
15 - 19 June 2026 Kuala lumpur €1,575 Register
7 - 11 September 2026 Amsterdam €2,975 Register
12 - 16 October 2026 London €2,940 Register
9 - 13 November 2026 Istanbul €1,995 Register
14 - 18 December 2026 Vienna €2,975 Register
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Online / Live

7 sessions
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Introduction

Course overview

Why Attend

This course will provide participants with an insight into the fundamentals of managing modern and effective security operations.

It will address a wide variety of topics such as security policies and procedures, risk management, access management and investigation, to enable all participants to understand the principles of security and risk management.

The course will provide practical and up-to-date security management skills and techniques that can be implemented within each participant’s organization and security team.

Course Methodology

This course is highly interactive and includes group discussions, case studies and syndicate work. It also includes practical exercises that enable all participants to apply the advanced knowledge they gained and demonstrate their skills in security management.

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Explain the process of designing procedures
  • Conduct a security survey
  • Explain risk management
  • Describe and understand access control systems
  • Explain management and selection of manpower
  • Apply basic investigation procedures
  • Utilize crisis management techniques
Target Audience

Managers and security staff wishing to develop an understanding of security management techniques and to further their knowledge of the security function, approach, and strategy.

Target Competencies
  • Security management
  • Developing Security policies and procedures
  • Handling Physical security
  • Conducting Risk assessment
  • Incident management
  • Conducting Incident investigation

What you will achieve

Learning objectives

  • Explain the process of designing procedures
  • Conduct a security survey
  • Explain risk management
  • Describe and understand access control systems
  • Explain management and selection of manpower
  • Apply basic investigation procedures
  • Utilize crisis management techniques

Who should attend

Target audience

  • Managers and security staff wishing to develop an understanding of security management techniques and to further their knowledge of the security function, approach, and strategy.
  • Target Competencies
  • Security management
  • Developing Security policies and procedures
  • Handling Physical security
  • Conducting Risk assessment
  • Incident management
  • Conducting Incident investigation

Methodology

Learning approach

  • This course is highly interactive and includes group discussions, case studies and syndicate work. It also includes practical exercises that enable all participants to apply the advanced knowledge they gained and demonstrate their skills in security management.

Course content

Course outline and key learning areas

Module 1

Security policies and procedures

  • What the policies and procedures cover
  • Who should design the policies and procedures
  • Why security policies are of use to companies
  • Why security procedures are of use to companies

Module 2

Security operations management

  • What operations management is
  • What are the responsibilities
  • How the remainder of the security team fits in

Module 3

Perimeter and building security

  • Measures available
  • Developing security on sites
  • Managing security on sites

Module 4

Introduction to security surveying

  • Understanding the risks
  • Considering security options
  • Communicating results to the client

Module 5

Security risk management

  • Introduction to security risk management
  • What risk management means
  • Who applies risk management
  • Risk mitigation
  • Risk management continuum

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What does Certificate in Security Management (CSM) cover?

This course covers Security Management through a structured five-day outline focused on practical application, discussion, and implementation planning.

When is the next available session?

The next scheduled session starts on 15 - 19 June 2026, with additional classroom dates and mirrored Online / Live options listed in the course schedules section.

Who should attend this course?

Managers and security staff wishing to develop an understanding of security management techniques and to further their knowledge of the security function, approach, and strategy., Target Competencies, Security management

How can I register for a session?

Use any Register button next to the available course dates to open the participant registration page and submit your booking request for the selected session.

Is this course available online as well as classroom-based?

Yes. The course detail page includes both classroom sessions and Online / Live sessions, with online options aligned to the same course dates for easier planning.

Where are classroom sessions delivered?

Current classroom venues include Kuala lumpur, Rome, Munich, Amsterdam, London, Istanbul, Vienna.

Still Have Questions?

Contact the academy team for course details, delivery options, and delegate guidance.

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