First-Year Seminar in Security and Risk Analysis

Course Description

Provides introduction to the field of Security and Risk Analysis and assessments of key skills. SRA 001S First-Year Seminar in Security and Risk Analysis (1) SRA 001S gives first-year students a concrete overview of the field of Security and Risk Analysis (SRA), including discussion of the knowledge and competencies required for careers in this field, familiarity with the variety of career paths and the specific requirements of each, and an understanding of the skills, abilities and knowledge that is common across career paths within this field. As part of this course, students will participate in a Developmental Assessment Center, which will assess their current skill levels in the areas of Oral and Written Communication, Leadership, Conflict Resolution, Decision Making and Problem Solving, as well as other core areas to be identified. Working with the assessment team, the will create specific, individualized plans to develop skills in areas where they are currently deficient and to build on current strengths.