Advanced Private Security and Risk Management Skills

Develop expertise in security planning, risk assessment, and protective strategies for private organizations and high-risk environments.

Expanding Careers in Private Security Management

Graduates can work in corporate security, executive protection, risk management, and consulting. The program equips professionals with leadership skills and specialized knowledge in threat assessment and security operations. This degree opens pathways to senior security management, consultancy, and strategic planning roles in national and international organizations. Graduates gain the ability to design security protocols, manage teams, and implement comprehensive risk mitigation strategies in a rapidly evolving security landscape.

Detailed Information About The Course

Criminal Justice and Society

This course focuses on the implications for society and the criminal justice system. Some distinctive chapters that address issues of drug abuse, crime, and criminal justice.

Crime Management

This course is known for its thoroughness, accessibility, and practicality. By focusing on both the "hows" and "whys" of management techniques, it equips you with the skills and knowledge to effectively deal with the issues they will face in today's field.

Investigation Management

This course presents crime detection as a dynamic field relying heavily on the past experiences of investigators as well as recent practical and technological innovations. It explores the many external variables that can influence the investigator's success and the specific methods of crime detection and prosecution of law available today.

Psychology of Different People

This course continues the story of psychology with added research and enhanced content from the most dynamic areas of the field—cognition, gender and diversity studies, neuroscience and more, while at the same time using the most effective teaching approaches and learning tools.

Current Issues in Criminal Justice

This course introduces you to major issues in the field of Criminal Justice and helps you understand how they fit within the context of crime and justice.

Private Security Management

This course examines the principles involved in leading and managing private security operations. Areas covered in this course will include leadership, supervision, and a range of personnel issues, including staffing and training, as they pertain to private security operations.

Aviation Security

This course familiarizes you with the fundamental components of a typical aviation system and its multi-level security requirements. In addition to aviation’s various support functions, the organizational structure, governing regulations, inter-agency relationships and management challenges are examined.

Homeland Security

This course focuses on the impact of the war on terrorism upon individuals, society, and government. The course explores changes in the American prospective on constitutional rights, the capacity of the government and the criminal justice system to respond to international acts of terrorism, and how to keep America safe.

Private Security and Public Safety

This course is an overview of history, development, and philosophies of private security within a complex society. The course examines the need for diversity of security systems, and techniques, with an emphasis on the challenges facing the nation and the need to protect employees, workers, manufacturing, and business infrastructure.

Terrorism

This course helps you in understanding terrorism as a political crime. The focus includes an examination of the social, political, and psychological aspects of terrorist behavior and its implications. It also provides a means to see what impacts it has on the private security laws across nations.

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Graduates past year

78%

Received Financial Assistance

90+

Job Opportunities

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Why Choose Us

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Industry-Relevant Curriculum

Our courses are designed with direct input from industry experts, ensuring that the skills you gain are current, practical, and aligned with real-world demands. You’ll graduate with knowledge that employers are actively seeking, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.

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Flexible Learning Experience

We understand that every student has unique needs and commitments. That’s why our programs offer flexible schedules, online access, and personalized learning paths, allowing you to balance education with your career and personal life.

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Expert Faculty & Support

Our dedicated faculty members bring both academic excellence and professional experience to the classroom. Combined with comprehensive student support services, you will have the guidance, mentorship, and resources you need to succeed at every stage of your learning journey.

We’ve Got Your Back, Every Step of the Way

At CUO, you’re never alone on your academic journey. From day one, you’ll have access to dedicated academic advisors, career counselors, writing and research support, peer tutoring, and mental health resources. Our online learning environments are designed to be interactive and collaborative, ensuring a smooth educational experience. Plus, you’ll benefit from networking events, industry guest lectures, and career workshops that prepare you for life beyond graduation.

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We believe that financial constraints shouldn’t hinder your future. CUO offers a range of merit-based, need-based, and international student scholarships for accounting majors. You may qualify for up to 80% tuition coverage based on your academic achievements or financial need. Additional scholarships are available for working adults, women in business, and underrepresented communities. Apply early to secure your financial aid and make your accounting degree more accessible than ever.

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What You Need to Enroll In This Program

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's Degree or equiv. international education

Course Fee

$27,000

Credit Hours

Depends on subjects

Duration of Program

1 Year (Self-Paced)

What Our Students Say

From classroom learning to career breakthroughs, our students have seen it all. Their success stories highlight the impact of our teaching, support, and industry preparation.

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Criminal Justice and Society

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    An introduction to drug use and abuse.
    History of drug use and drug legislation.
    Theoretical perspectives on drug use and abuse.
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    The major stimulants: cocaine and amphetamines.
    The major narcotics: opium, morphine, and heroin.
    Lsd and other hallucinogens.
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    Marijuana
    Depressants and inhalants.
    Anabolic steroids and drug abuse in sports.
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Alcohol: social beverage/social drug.
    Chronic alcohol abuse and alcoholism.
    Nicotine and tobacco.
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Drugs and crime.
    Drugs and the criminal justice system.
    Drug policy: prevention, education, and treatment.

Crime management

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Probation and parole in criminal justice.
    Juvenile court and juvenile justice.
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Juvenile probation, institutions, and aftercare.
    Probation and the courts: history and administration.
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    Sentencing and the presentence investigation -psi-.
    American prisons and community-based corrections.
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Parole and the indeterminate sentence.
    Parole administration and services.
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Rehabilitation: theory and practice.
    Probation and parole officers.
    Probation and parole supervision.
    Special problems and programs in probation and parole.
    Intermediate punishments.
    Probation and parole in the twenty-first century.

Investigation management

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Criminal investigation: an overview.
    The preliminary investigation.
    Documenting the crime scene.
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Search and seizure.
    Identification of criminal suspects.
    The criminal intelligence function.
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    Undercover and surveillance operations.
    Making an arrest.
    Interviews and interrogation.
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Development and management of informants.
    Wrongful death.
    Robbery.
    Assault and related offenses.
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Sex offenses.
    Child abuse and neglect.
    Burglary.
    Larceny-theft.
    Motor vehicle theft.
    Arson and bombings.
    Drug offenses.
    White-collar crime.
    Preparation for court.

Psychology of different people

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Introducing social psychology
    Methodology: how social psychologists do research
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Social cognition: how we think aout the social world
    Social perception: how we come to understand other people
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    Self-knowledge: how we come to understand ourselves and nsp;
    The need to justify our actions
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Attitudes and attitude change: influencing thoughts and feelings and nsp;
    Conformity: influencing ehavior
    Group processes: influence in social groups and nsp;
    Interpersonal attraction: from first impressions to close relationships
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Prosocial ehavior: why do people help?
    Aggression: why we hurt other people
    Prejudice: causes and cures
    
    Social psychology and health
    Social psychology and the law

Current Issues in Criminal Justice

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Recruitment and selection
    Training the police
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Developing the professional policing model
    New policing philosophies and strategies
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    The police organization
    Police field work
    Measuring police performance
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Police misconduct
    Police accountability: internal mechanisms
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Police accountability: external mechanisms
    Technology and the police
    Next steps and challenges for police

Private Security Management

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Introduction.
    Threats to safety and security.
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Legal aspects of security management.
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    Risk assessment, planning, and program administration.
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Physical security.
    Personnel security.
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Information security.
    Investigations, intelligence operations, and reporting.
    Specific security applications: part i.

Aviation Security

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Importance of the global transportation system: airports/railroads/seaports
    Importance of the global transportation system: trucking/mass transit/pipelines
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Protection of facilities
    Applicable domestic and international laws, regulations and treaties
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    Cargo screening
    Industry standards, plans and best practices
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Potential threats
    Countermeasures
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Basic personnel security procedures and policy
    Physical and procedural security
    Government agencies
    Cargo screening equipment
    New technologies
     21st century challengers

Homeland Security

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    The era of homeland security
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Homeland security
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    Police strategy for homeland security
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Police operations for homeland security
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Police tactics for homeland security

Private Security and Public Safety

Topics Covered in This Course:
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
    History and the private/public distinction.
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Privatization, the private sector, and the public safety paradigm.
  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
    Community and policing: public and private perspectives.
    Private sector community profile and threat assessment.
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Private sector officers in the community: community-based integration tactics.
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
    Private sector community-based communication tactics.
    Private sector community-based psychological tactics.
    Private sector community-based physical factors.
    The future of public safety: preparing for the challenges.

Terrorism

Topics Covered in This Course:
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  In Section 3 of this exam you will be evaluated on below listed topics:
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  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
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