The Security Institute
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Perpetuity Training are delighted to announce that following the merger of the International Institute of Security (IISec) and the Security Institute (SyI) on the 1st of January that we will continue to work with the Security Institute to offer the Certificate and Diploma in Security Management by distance learning.
The Certificate and the Diploma are both internationally recognised qualifications that lead to membership of the Security Institute at a minimum of Associate level (subject to application & validation) and offer the security professional the chance to update their skills and improve their career progression in today's competitive industry. The distance learning programme offers students the flexibility to fit their studies into a busy professional life while Perpetuity tutors are always available by phone or email to offer encouragement and support.
These long established and respected qualifications were originally offered by IISec and will continue in their fully updated form to be offered under the Security Institute as a cornerstone of the Security Institute's drive to support security qualifications and standards of professionalism.
"The Security Institute is delighted to maintain the practice of IISec and to continue working with Perpetuity Training to offer Certificate and Diploma level qualifications in Security Management. Ongoing training is the mark of the true professional, and the Security Institute seeks to be at the forefront in encouraging such activity."
Bill Wyllie, Chairman of the Security Institute
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Diary of Forthcoming Events
Training
13-15th February 2008
BOOK NOW AS ONLY LIMITED PLACES STILL AVAILABLE
6th March
11-13th March 2008
14th March
20th March 2008
Prof Martin Gill will be talking at the following events:
Retail business show, London
5th February 2008
European Plastic Card & Online Fraud Conference, London
13th February 2008
Midlands Fraud Conference, Birmingham
21st February 2008
Eye for Retail Conference
26-27th February 2008
Speaking at Financial crime seminar, Dublin
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A Note from Martin Gill
Welcome to the Perpetuity Newsletter. First of all, I would like to send you the very best of wishes for 2008. I hope that you too are anticipating an exciting year ahead. For our part, we hope that you will find our newsletter useful and interesting.
In 2008 we will be continuing to research topics at the forefront of public concern and topical debate, and developing responses that can improve the effectiveness of practitioners. And with a new Head of Security Consultancy, Peter Speight, we are looking to establish ourselves as the UK's leading Independent Security Consultants. At Perpetuity, our collective aim is to make a difference and to do so innovatively. We hope that we will get the chance to work with you and please do not hesitate to contact us, including me personally (my email is: m.gill@perpetuitygroup.com ) if you feel that we can be of help to you.
Professor Martin Gill |
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Security Management
This course provides a clear understanding of the role of the modern Security Manager and the professional skills they require, from assessing risk and creating preventative plans of action, to being able to manage crime and initiate successful contingency strategies.
 Dates:
11-13th March
or 21-23rd October
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The Fraud Research Initiative
In 2008 Perpetuity plans to launch the Fraud Research Initiative (FRI). This is backed by leading financial sector associations, CIFAS and APACS. The plan is to conduct research over the next three years that will generate new insights to help prevent fraud. In the first year we will be looking at 'The future of fraud and fraudsters'. Already MBNA and Capital One have signed up. Perhaps you would like to become a Member too?
For more information...
For more information on the FRI please contact Professor Martin Gill on 0116 222 5555 or by email m.gill@perpetuitygroup.com
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How to Conduct Risk Assessments
This course is designed for managers and staff who need to conduct risk assessments as part of their job, and who need to produce effective reports and initiatives for managing risk.
 Dates:
20th March
or 5th August
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 Security Research Initiative (SRI)
The Security Research Initiative (SRI) is a three year programme of study run by Perpetuity to undertake research into topics which are of importance to the security sector in order to develop new insights and practical recommendations. It is supported by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA), The Security Institute, and ASIS International, and is being sponsored by 13 companies. In the first year the SRI examined what buyers looked for when choosing security products and suppliers, and in the second focused on what value security does and could generate for an organisation.
Perpetuity is currently undertaking research for the third study. This has involved obtaining the views of employees in senior management positions to better understand their perceptions of the security function. In particular to examine whether employees in senior management positions perceive security as a business enhancing function or an evitable cost on the bottom line, and to obtain their views on how security should best be organised within a company.
The SRI is about to enter its second phase 2008 to 2010.
For more information on the SRI please contact Professor Martin Gill on 0116 222 5555 or by email m.gill@perpetuitygroup.com
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Independent evaluation of security measures
At various stages of development, companies who manufacture and market security measures require independent evaluation. Often this is to assess actual or potential impact, to generate impartial evidence, to add credibility to claims of success or to provide pragmatic recommendations so as to develop a more effective plan for the future. Perpetuity has recently worked with two companies from the security sector; "SmartWater Technology Limited" and "Sign Assured Limited".
SmartWater commissioned Perpetuity to assess the forensic crime reduction strategy which it offers to police forces and communities across the UK - from the Offenders' perspective.
Sign Assured commissioned Perpetuity to conduct an "expert" testing of their signature verification technology both in the UK and in the USA.
For more information on either project, or to discuss how a future evaluation could benefit your company please contact Tom Bourne by email: t.bourne@perpetuitygroup.com or by phone 0116 222 5561. |
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Perpetuity Supports Water for Kids
 Perpetuity are corporate sponsors of Water for Kids, a small registered charity who provide clean water, sanitation and health education for children and communities in developing countries. Representatives from Water for Kids presented Perpetuity with a plaque during an annual Christmas lunch.
"We are delighted to be able to support such a worthwhile initiative. One of our staff, Katy Owen, identified the good work of the charity when she was in Africa. This gives us great comfort that we are aligning ourselves with an organisation making a real difference where it matters most."
Professor Martin Gill
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Equal Opportunities for All
In November 2007 Katy Owen, Senior Researcher with Perpetuity, was invited by DSP-Groep in the Netherlands to co-facilitate a workshop at the European Equal Opportunities for All conference in The Hague. The conference had delegates from across Europe covering a range of policy areas including community safety, neighbourhood regeneration, policing and youth work among others.
Katy delivered a session in conjunction with DSP and Movisie, also based in the Netherlands, looking at neighbourhood regeneration and the role of the community and the state.
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