Covid-19, terrorism, Brexit, cyber-crime. These and other things have added uncertainty to everyday life and had an impact on business. Hence the University of Salford, with partner Security Exchange, have launched a new postgraduate pathway aimed at those who manage risk as part of their job.
Taught entirely online, the course will fit around a full-time or part-time job. The teaching draws on Salford Business School’s academically, and Security Exchange as a global crisis management consultancy.
Looking at risk to business from a range of security threats, the course covers cyber-security, information security and crisis management in a number of sectors such as oil and gas, entertainment, aviation, food manufacturing and media.
Dr Kevin Kane, of the University of Salford Business School, will lead the course. He said: “Because this course has been created with our industry partners, Security Exchange, it will provide the skills and knowledge to put to use in the work environment straight away.
“In a world of heightened risk, organisations face increasing threats from data theft, sophisticated cyber-attacks, global terrorism and the possibility of business disruption.
“There is a high demand for qualified and experienced security professionals to enhance operational resilience and protect individuals, assets, information, data and organisational reputation. This course aims to fill the skills gap that these new threats have created.”
Salford describes the programme as highly practical, and covers industry specific case studies, contemporary content and the tutors’ experience to help develop knowledge, strategic understanding and practical skills.
Caroline Bashford, Head of Training and Resources at Security Exchange, said: “If you are looking to enhance your knowledge of the security industry, our new course, Risk and Security Management offers essential learning. The threats faced by businesses change but they do not go away. It is essential for business to be as prepared as it can be in this uncertain world.”
Separately, Salford’s THINKlab has been awarded almost £1m from the UK Research and Innovation Collective Fund to develop an advanced digital platform. The new platform will be used by government agencies to work to analyse, forecast, visualise and debate disaster risk.
