Course Overview
This training course is proudly delivered in partnership with the UK’s Security Institute.
The Diploma in Security Management gives you a broad understanding of how security theory works with best practice information. This means that your existing knowledge of security management will be enhanced through this formal qualification, and you will learn how to form successful security initiatives in the workplace.
You will explore a host of security management-related concepts, from your own ideas and experiences to scenarios related to the workplace, identifying issues and understanding ideas about the risks, to causes and prevention of crime. This course is designed for those have experience in security management who now wish to gain an accredited security qualification. Many of our learners have been security practitioners for some time and recognise that their practical experience would benefit from underpinning knowledge delivered through an internationally-recognised Diploma course.
Assessment for this SRF BTEC Level 5 Diploma is through the study of five mandatory modules. For each module, you are tasked with two written assignments at 1,500 words each. Assignment one is based on core theory covered in the module materials, and assignment two is based on applying that theory to real-world, best practice (more information on the assessment can be found below).
Key Details
This course is delivered online via e-learning and can be accessed from anywhere in the world.
£1,630 + VAT
Core Modules
Understanding Security
Understand the role of security managers and the purpose of security management; the principles of security; how the level of security measures must be balanced with the level of the threat
Threats to Security
Know how to carry out disaster planning; manage disaster and post-incident recovery. Understand the threat of terrorism and measures to counter terrorist action.
Risk Management
Know how to identify and appraise risks. Understand the principles of insuring risks; psychological and cultural approaches to risk management.
The Legal System
Understand the importance of employment law for security management; employment law and the legislation and regulation of industrial disputes; the implications of employment law for security management.
Management
Understand the theory of management in relation to security management; why management skills are important to security managers. Be able to identify the skills required by a security manager to carry out their job effectively.
This course forms the second step in a security professional’s pathway. It is designed for all who have experience in security management and wish to achieve professional recognition by gaining an accredited security qualification.
The Diploma also assists with gaining full Membership of the Security Institute and subsequently the entitlement to use the letters MSyI after your name (subject to normal application and validation approval).
WHO WILL BENEFIT
ABOUT THE COURSE
Welcome to The Security Institute Diploma in Security Management online course, designed for professionals who have experience in security management and wish to achieve formal professional recognition..
On this learning programme, we invite you to join our team as they introduce you the range of modules that provide a thorough insight into how security theory works with best practice, and develop your skills as a security practitioner helping you to implement successful security initiatives in the workplace.
Join us on this programme as you explore a host of security management-related concepts and elevate your career, opening new doors of opportunity within the industry.
Learners will receive an SRF BTEC Level 5 Diploma upon successful completion of the programme. Past learners of this course have gone on to complete further qualifications in security management such as The Security Institute Advanced Diploma in Security Management QNUK Endorsed Level 7, and the MSc degree in International Security and Risk Management.
For this course, you will study five mandatory modules to achieve the BTEC Level 5 qualification. For each module, you are tasked with two written assignments at 1,500 words each.
Assignment one is based on core theory covered in the module materials, and the other assignment is based on applying that theory to real-world, best practice. This can include being tasked to write a job advertisement for a new security management role, or designing a poster to deter employee theft, for instance.
There are no examinations for this course, and you are encouraged to conduct your own research using the PerpetuityARC Training e-Library. You will receive support throughout the course from the Learning and Development team who can provide you with one-to-one tutorials and formative essay submissions before formal submission when needed. This type of support is unique to us. When you sign up to study, we are with you for the whole journey, ensuring you receive the highest quality support and guidance for your success. To learn more about the training support we offer, visit our webpage
“ The course has been of immediate help to me in my day-to-day work activities and has also equipped me with the tools to conduct reviews for our security and safety policy. ”
Rabi Karki
British Embassy, Kathmandu Security Institute BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Security Management
“The learning throughout all the courses is certainly relevant to current industry practises and would assist in the delivery and/or improvements of security within any organisation!”
Richard Robinson MBE
BTEC Level 4 Security Managers, BTEC Level 4 Risk, Crisis and Disaster Management, & Level 5 Diploma in Security Management
“I was attracted to the option of an e-learning programme because it meant that I could learn in my own time and work this around my job responsibilities.”
Lynsey Lenton
Experian BTEC Level 3 Security Institute Certificate in Security Management
“As an academic, I can confirm that the modules were well structured and delivered, complemented by the friendly and supportive Perpetuity tutors.”
Dr Chaditsa Poulatova
Advanced Diploma in Security Management
The course is open to all who operate within the private and public security sectors, and have:
- A minimum of 3 years security management experience or;
- 3 years in the armed forces in a supervisory role or;
- Have successfully completed the Security Institute Advanced Certificate in Security Management.
If you’d like to gain an accreditation in security management but aren’t sure that the Diploma is at the right level for you, consider the Security Institute Advanced Certificate. It’s a great starting point if you’re new to academic study. Alternatively contact the PerpetuityARC Training team who will be able to advise you.
Please note we can only apply one discount per booking.
Keeva Gilchrist
Tutor