New Issues in Security Course (NISC) 2024
The 24th edition of the New Issues in Security Course focuses on new and re-emerging security challenges arising from a rapidly changing global environment. The course examines the evolution of security (with a special focus on human security), the interlinkages among security-related issues, and the value of adopting a more forward-looking approach to security. It will enable you to better understand, not only today’s global security landscape, but emerging dynamics in order to be able to proactively respond to new challenges and opportunities as they arise, and thus shape a better future.
The 24th NISC will provide you with a deeper understanding of contemporary threats that will prepare and empower you to have greater strategic impact in all domains. This eight-week course also offers you a unique opportunity to interact with a diverse group of participants and experts from a wide range of sectors (government, international organisations, civil society, the private sector and academia)
Learning objectives
This course offers you a unique opportunity to:
- Strengthen your understanding of the rapidly changing global security environment
- Acquire tools to leverage your professional capacity
- Enhance your ability to respond to new challenges in order to shape a better future
- Network with a wide community of security policy professionals
Modules
Module I: New and Re-emerging Security Challenges - Online: 22 April to 17 May 2024
The Changing Face of Security
Human Security: the Environment, Health and Movement of People
Security Implications of Emerging Technologies
Terrorism and Organised Crime
Module II: Managing Current and Future Security Issues - In person in Geneva: 20 May to 14 June 2024
Law, Economy, and Security
Managing Conflict and Sustaining Peace
Global and Regional Governance
New Issues in Security: Connecting the Dots
Open to mid-career professionals working in:
- national ministries,
- international organisations,
- non-governmental organisations and,
- civil society organisations.
Candidates must have had exposure to peace and security issues. Serving officers must have completed an advanced military staff course.
