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Simulation in Security and Strategy - PICT951

This unit provides students with an opportunity to apply the knowledge acquired during their program of study to a real world crisis. After being exposed to theoretical concepts of scenario-building, role-playing and decision-making, students will experience the challenges of solving problems and finding solutions to real world crises during a dynamic simulation. They will be part of a team that includes students with different skill sets and knowledge, including strategists, intelligence analysts, criminologists, counter terrorism experts, and cyber security analysts. Students enrolled in Simulation in Security and Strategy will perform the role of the strategist. Their mission will be to formulate policy-oriented solutions by applying their theoretical knowledge and practical skills, for instance game theory. As part of a team, students will learn how to develop ministerial briefing papers during a crisis situation and how to make policy recommendations.

Credit Points: 4
When Offered:

S2 Evening - Session 2, North Ryde, Evening (with on-campus weekend workshops)

S2 External - Session 2, External (with on-campus weekend workshops)

Staff Contact(s): Dr Yves-Heng Lim, Mr Fred Smith, Professor Benjamin Schreer, Dr Adam Lockyer
Prerequisites:

Admission to MSecStrategicStud and (24cp at 800 level or above including PICT812Prerequisite Information

Corequisites:

PICT850

NCCW(s): PICX951
Unit Designation(s):
Assessed As: Graded
Offered By:

Department of Security Studies and Criminology

Faculty of Arts

Course structures, including unit offerings, are subject to change.
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