Security studies

a) Knowledge - According to the European Qualifications Framework (EQF), the learning outcomes related to qualification level 6, corresponding to undergraduate university studies, presuppose advanced knowledge in a field of work or study, which involves a critical understanding of theories and principles:
● Uses the theoretical methodology of scientific research, consisting of conducting background research, building a hypothesis, testing it, analyzing data, and
substantiation of the results.
● Recognizes, chooses and uses research methods and techniques to conduct a study.
● Recognizes, selects, and uses statistical methods and practices, such as collecting, organizing, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting data.
● Recognizes, analyzes, and explains systems of government, the methodology for analyzing political activity and behavior, the theory and practice of influencing people and achieving governance.
● Recognizes, analyzes, and explains the method, process, and study of influencing people, gaining control over a community or society, and the distribution of power within a community and between societies.
● Recognize, analyze, and explain the political activities, plans, and intentions of a government for a legislative session for specific causes.
● Recognize, analyze and explain the various political ideologies that represent a set of ideas, principles, symbols, myths and ethical doctrines, which are followed by individuals, groups, classes or institutions and provide an explanation of how a society should function.
● Recognizes, analyzes and explains procedures related to the application of government policies at all levels of public administration.
● Identify, interpret and analyze political and economic factors in the analysis of modern societies, focusing on factors such as production and trade and their relationships with law and authorities.
● Identify, interpret and analyze the origin, actions within conflicts and their cessation.
● Develops an in-depth knowledge of the principles, mechanisms, and actors involved in the formulation and implementation of foreign affairs policies, including international relations, geopolitics, and diplomatic strategies.
● Understands risk assessment methods and tools.
● Explains the interdependencies between economic, political, cultural and social factors in a complex professional environment.
● Identifies the principles of operation of administrative systems, administrative management standards,
● Describes the process of formulating and implementing foreign policies, the role of international actors, bilateral/multilateral cooperation mechanisms, as well as the applicable regulatory and strategic framework.
● Summarizes methods and processes for evaluating and solving problems in organizational and institutional contexts, including data collection and analysis tools.
● Explains public relations techniques, including institutional communication strategies, public image management, and the specifics of crisis communication.
● Understand the mechanisms that support dialogue, cooperation, and inclusion between distinct cultural groups.
● Recognize professional networking networks, including interpersonal communication strategies.
● Differentiates the normative and institutional framework of international cooperation, including partnership principles, negotiation mechanisms and inter-organizational alignment strategies.
● It indicates the mechanisms for implementing government policies and the procedural stages and inter-institutional relations involved in this process.
● Explains the procedures for using structures/organizations in accordance with the legislation in force
● Knows the legislative process, including the stages of drafting, consulting, approving and adopting laws.
● Formulates the principles and strategies for building and maintaining institutional partnerships, including the legal and ethical framework of international collaboration in the field of security and international relations.
● Explains the fundamental principles of conflict management and associated theories, including methods of mediation, negotiation, and intervention in crisis situations.
● It provides an in-depth look at conflict management theories and methods, including strategies for their prevention, mediation and resolution, in both national and international contexts.
● Interprets in depth risk management methods and strategies at the organizational level, including the analysis of risk typologies (operational, strategic, financial, cyber, geopolitical) and the application of the relevant regulatory framework.
● Summarizes the legislative and procedural framework that regulates the implementation of government policies at the local, national and international levels, including inter-institutional coordination mechanisms.
● Knows and understands the main theories, models and negotiation techniques used in the national and international political context, as well as their impact on the decision-making process.
● Distinguish the fundamental principles of effective communication, including the characteristics, advantages and limitations of each type of communication channel (verbal, written, digital, telephone) in the context of security and international relations.
● Explains the national and international legal and strategic framework regarding national security, including mechanisms for prevention and intervention in crisis situations.
● Understands in depth the mechanisms of escalation and de-escalation of political conflicts, including the triggering factors and their dynamics in national and international contexts.
● Explains the mechanisms of inter-institutional cooperation and the legal framework that regulates relations between government agencies, both at the national and international levels.
● Interprets psychosocial theories and models regarding collective behavior and group dynamics in social, political and intercultural contexts.
● Illustrates the national and international legal framework regarding the protection of classified information and cybersecurity standards applicable in public institutions and international organizations.
● Defines the national and international legislative framework regarding evidence management and standard documentation procedures in the context of security investigations.
● Summarizes qualitative social research methods, with an emphasis on semi-structured and in-depth interviewing techniques applicable in contexts of strategic analysis and security studies.
● Explains the investigative methodologies and the legal framework applicable to the collection of operational data, including the ethical and legal limits of the process of obtaining information in security contexts.
● Exemplifies safety standards and the regulatory framework regarding security inspections, both nationally and internationally.
● Understands the typologies of cyber threats, OSINT sources, dark web and methods of collecting and analyzing digital information, applicable to assessing cybersecurity risks.
● Explains the national and international regulatory framework regarding the management, archiving, and protection of information, including data security standards and institutional records.
● Identify the psychological factors that influence individual behavior in social contexts.
● Describes the dynamics of groups and the forms of social influence within them.
● Differentiates the main trends in society and their effects on human behavior.
● Recognizes types of classified information and confidentiality criteria.
● Defines measures and procedures for protecting information in a professional context.
● Associates possible risks with methods of preventing unauthorized access to information.
● Describes the types of evidence and the rules for collecting them in accordance with the law.
● Indicates the correct steps for documenting evidence in an investigation.
Explain the importance of chain of custody in ensuring the integrity of evidence.
● Defines interviewing methods used in research and investigation.
● Identify types of questions relevant to structuring an effective interview.
● Review the information obtained through the interview to draw pertinent conclusions.

b) Skills - According to the European Qualifications Framework (EQF), the learning outcomes related to qualification level 6, corresponding to university undergraduate studies, assume advanced skills, denoting control and innovation, necessary to solve complex and unpredictable problems in -a specialized field of work or study:
● Engages in the conception or creation of new knowledge by formulating research questions, by researching, improving or developing concepts, theories, models, techniques, tools, software or operational methods, and by using scientific methods and techniques.
● Apply scientific methods and techniques to investigate phenomena, acquiring new knowledge or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.
● Applies fundamental ethical principles and legislation in the field of scientific research, including with regard to issues related to research integrity.
● Conduct, review, or report research, avoiding misconduct such as fabrication, falsification, and plagiarism.
● Uses models (descriptive or inferential statistics) and techniques (data mining or machine learning) for statistical analysis purposes, as well as ICT tools to analyze data, discover correlations and forecast trends.
● Develops and demonstrates in-depth knowledge and complex understanding of a specific field of research, including responsible research, ethical principles and scientific integrity in research, respect for privacy and GDPR requirements, related to research activities in a specific discipline.
● Develops research documents or gives presentations to report the results of a research and analysis project conducted, indicating the analysis procedures and methods that led to the respective results, as well as possible interpretations of the results.
● Processes cyber threat intelligence by collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data about potential cyber threats.
● Uses various sources of information, such as open-source intelligence (OSINT), social media, or dark web services.
● Identify and interpret the legal and institutional framework relevant to the external affairs of a public organization or a state.
● Evaluates the impact of existing foreign policies on international relations, bilateral/multilateral cooperation, and the public interest.
● Identify and classify internal and external risk factors relevant to an organizational or institutional context.
● Organizes, monitors and optimizes administrative processes and workflows to ensure operational efficiency and compliance with legal and institutional regulations.
● Develops strategic analyses and recommendations based on the assessment of the geopolitical, economic and institutional context, to support the decision-making process in the field of foreign affairs.
● Communicates effectively and argues professional positions within inter-institutional consultation processes or in relation to decision-makers, adapting the discourse according to the target audience and political level.
● Manages databases and IT systems specific to the administrative field, ensuring the quality, security and permanent updating of data.
● Analyzes the potential impact of identified risks on decision-making processes, strategic planning and institutional stability.
● Analyzes and synthesizes information from multiple sources to evaluate current practice and identify areas for improvement.
● Manages the decision-making process in complex situations, by setting priorities and strategically planning actions.
● Develops communication strategies adapted to the target audience, taking into account the institutional context, the specifics of the message and the available channels.
● Advises organizations in the selection and effective use of communication channels, to build and maintain positive and transparent public relations.
● Identifies relevant cultural differences in international collaboration contexts and adapts professional behavior accordingly.
● Facilitates intercultural communication, using mediation, empathy and inclusion techniques in interactions with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
● Initiates and maintains relevant professional contacts, identifying points of common interest and opportunities for collaboration
● Effectively manage a professional network, through constant communication, updating information and building relationships based on trust and reciprocity.
● Analyzes the structure, objectives and fields of action of international organizations, identifying points of convergence and common interests.
● Coordinates the implementation processes of public policies, ensuring the coherent application of plans at the institutional level.
● Supervises teams and human resources involved in the implementation of policies, ensuring compliance with the regulatory framework and institutional objectives.
● Analyzes the existing legal framework and identifies legislative needs, depending on the socio-political and institutional context.
● Formulates coherent legislative proposals, in accordance with constitutional norms, human rights principles and good legislative practices.
● Designs and implements strategic cooperation plans, adapted to the political, diplomatic and institutional context of the organizations involved.
● Formulates sustainable strategies for cooperation and institutional representation.
● Identify and analyze the common interests of actors involved in a collaborative relationship to facilitate effective strategic partnerships.
● Negotiates and mediates conflicts within inter-institutional relations to maintain stability and sustainable cooperation.
● Apply mediation and negotiation techniques to resolve conflicts in a fair and efficient manner, maintaining a climate favorable to dialogue.
● Analyzes and correctly interprets complaints and disputes, taking into account social, political and cultural factors to propose effective and sustainable solutions.
● Analyzes and anticipates conflict risks, using techniques to assess tense situations and developing appropriate prevention strategies.
● Facilitates negotiations and mediations between parties in conflict, applying effective methods and techniques for resolving disputes.
● Analyze and assess risks using specific tools, predictive models and simulation scenarios to prevent threats.
● Formulates and implements risk prevention strategies by developing policies adapted to the specifics of the organization and by coordinating crisis management teams.
● Analyzes and evaluates the impact of public policies on different sectors of the administration and on society.
● Uses strategic planning and monitoring tools to ensure the effective implementation of government policies.
● Argues convincingly and structures a persuasive speech, adapted to the interlocutors and the political context.
● Quickly analyze the interests and positions of the parties involved in the negotiation and identify viable compromise points to reach a favorable agreement.
● Adapts the message and tone of communication depending on the channel used and the target audience, ensuring the clarity and efficiency of the transmission of information.
● Makes advanced use of digital communication platforms and encryption tools to ensure the security and confidentiality of transmitted information.
● Analyzes data from multiple sources to identify and assess possible threats to national security.
● Uses emerging technologies (artificial intelligence, big data) to detect patterns and early signals of security risks.
● Analyzes and interprets data on political conflicts, using multiple sources and specific research methods to assess risks and their impact on security and stability.
● Uses emerging technologies (such as big data analysis and artificial intelligence) to monitor political trends and anticipate possible conflict developments.
● Identify and leverage commonalities between government agencies to facilitate effective collaboration and implementation of common strategies.
● Communicates and negotiates effectively with representatives of government institutions, using technical and diplomatic language appropriate to the professional context.
● Analyze and interpret emerging social phenomena by applying knowledge of social psychology and applied sociology.
● Evaluates the influence of cultural, economic and political factors on the behavior of individuals and groups in security contexts.
● Apply security protocols and encryption methods to protect sensitive information in digital or physical contexts.
● Identify risks associated with information leakage and implement proactive measures to prevent unauthorized access.
● Identifies, collects and records relevant material evidence in accordance with chain of custody principles and procedural security norms.
● Uses digital technologies and specific tools to store, label and archive evidence in a secure and efficient manner.
● Design and structure an interview guide adapted to the purpose of the investigation, taking into account the specifics of the geopolitical, organizational or cultural context.
● Interprets and correlates the information obtained during the interview with other data sources, to produce a coherent, critical and contextualized analysis.
● Designs an investigation strategy adapted to the specifics of each case, by integrating available information, associated risks and operational resources.
● Apply in practice the techniques of operational analysis and selection of relevant sources of information to optimize the time and efficiency of the investigation.
● Evaluates organizational infrastructure and processes from a security risk perspective, by applying standardized analysis methods.
● Write clear and consistent inspection reports that highlight vulnerabilities and formulate realistic remediation recommendations.
● Identifies, extracts and correlates relevant information about cyber threats from open and unconventional sources, using advanced digital tools.
● Critically analyzes collected data, recognizes patterns and formulates scenarios regarding potential cyber risks, with applicability in preventing attacks.
● Uses digital platforms and specialized tools for the secure recording, storage and archiving of operational and strategic documents.
● Organizes and updates professional registers and databases in accordance with institutional requirements and transparency and confidentiality standards.

c) Responsibility and autonomy - According to the European Qualifications Framework (EQF), the learning outcomes related to qualification level 6, corresponding to undergraduate university studies, involve the management of complex technical or professional activities or projects, by assuming responsibility for decision-making in unpredictable work or study situations and taking responsibility for managing the professional development of individuals and groups:
● Effectively, regularly and systematically analyzes own actions, performances and attitudes and makes necessary adjustments, seeking professional development opportunities to eliminate gaps in knowledge and practices in identified areas.
● Handles negative feedback from others and responds openly to criticism, trying to identify areas for improvement
● Identifies, through critical thinking, the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
● Makes and defends decisions based on internal evidence and external criteria.
● Critically evaluate the credibility and reliability of information before using it or passing it on to others.
● Develops independent and critical thinking.
● Work confidently within a group, each doing their part in service of the whole.
● Speaks in a structured, deliberate, and face-to-face manner to a group of listeners to inform or influence them.
● Is able to evaluate and analyze information and its sources.
● Demonstrates the ability to access and have a critical understanding of both traditional and new forms of media, as well as their role and function in democratic societies.
● Formulates proposals to improve foreign affairs policies, making informed decisions and acting with a high degree of autonomy
● Recommends risk prevention and mitigation measures, demonstrating autonomy in formulating strategic analyses and actively contributing to the decision-making process in contexts with a high degree of uncertainty.
● Provides strategic advice, acting with a high level of professional autonomy and integrity, in contexts that involve making decisions with major diplomatic, political or institutional impact.
● Ensures the proper functioning of administrative systems and coordinates teams or complex processes, acting autonomously in making technical and organizational decisions.
● Solves problems and formulates proposals for strategic action, in professional contexts characterized by uncertainty and complexity.
● Advises organizations on public messaging and engagement with different audiences.
● Integrates intercultural elements within organizations or communities, by taking an active role in preventing discrimination and facilitating equitable collaboration.
● Cultivates professional networks, assuming the role of facilitator of collaborations and promoter of the exchange of information relevant to individual and organizational professional development.
● Makes organizational decisions regarding the implementation of public policies and the coordination of activities necessary to achieve government objectives.
● Provides legal expertise for the development of legislative policies, assuming the integrity and rigor of the consultative process.
● Develops and manages cooperative relationships between organizations, by applying practices of effective communication, transparency and mutual respect in order to achieve common objectives.
● Facilitates conflict management, applying empathy and professionalism in addressing sensitive situations and respecting organizational protocols and ethical principles.
● Advises on conflict management, proposing proactive solutions and providing decision-making support for private or public organizations.
● Taking strategic decisions regarding risk management and implementing prevention measures in accordance with international best practices and the applicable legal framework.
● Responsible in the process of implementing public policies, by making informed decisions and adapting strategies to socio-political and economic realities.
● Maintaining a climate of constructive and respectful dialogue during negotiations, ensuring the balance between firmness of one's own position and openness to sustainable compromise solutions.
● Responsible for the accuracy and security of information communicated through various channels, respecting the ethical and legal norms applicable in the field of security and international relations.
● Provides objective assessments and recommendations based on rigorous analysis to support decision-makers in taking effective prevention and response measures.
● Formulates strategic recommendations for decision-makers, based on a critical and rigorous assessment of political conflicts and their implications for governance and public security.
● Facilitates cooperation processes between institutions, ensuring transparency, compliance with rules and promotion of the public interest in all inter-institutional interactions.
● Formulating reasoned solutions for managing tense situations or social conflicts, by integrating the behavioral perspective into the decision-making process.
● Correct management of sensitive information, including through continuous risk assessment and rapid response to security breaches, in compliance with professional ethics.
● Integrity of evidence and maintaining its confidentiality, through the rigorous application of ethical and deontological norms in investigative activities.
● Confidentiality, accuracy and professional ethics in the process of collecting, recording and analyzing interview data, including in managing the relationship with respondents.
● Strategic decisions within the investigation, including the dynamic adaptation of the investigation plan depending on the evolution of the case and compliance with the principles of legality, confidentiality and proportionality.
● Identifying and reporting irregularities that endanger security, as well as formulating and implementing corrective measures in an autonomous and ethical manner.
● Ensuring the process of collecting, analyzing and reporting sensitive information regarding cyber threats, in compliance with ethical principles, legal norms and confidentiality standards in the field.
● Maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of official records, by applying rigorous access control and auditability procedures in the management of professional registers.