Executive & Professional Development Calendar
Professional programs
February
National Security College | Short course
Navigating the Emerging Geoeconomic Order
National security and economics are often treated as separate realms, both in policymaking and scholarship. But many of today’s most critical policy challenges are a product of the convergence of security and economic factors.
Email epd.nsc@anu.edu.au for payment details
February
National Security College | Short course
Strategic cyber
Advancing cybersecurity is a top national priority and protecting Australia’s interests from diverse threat actors is a responsibility shared between the public and private sectors.
Cost per person (ex-GST): $2,250 for PAC Agencies; $2,700 for all others
March
National Security College | Short course
Legal literacy
Australia’s national security agencies operate within a complex set of laws. It is essential that those who work in the sector can navigate through the complexity.
Cost per person (ex-GST): $2,250 for PAC Agencies; $2,700 for all others
March
National Security College | Short course
Introduction to futures analysis
This training aims to provide participants with an understanding of the key principles of futures thinking, a range of futures tools that can be applied to policy analysis, and practical experience applying some of these techniques to a relevant case study.
Cost per person (ex-GST): $2,250 for PAC Agencies; $2,700 for all others
March
National Security College | Short course
Women in national security: leading the way to diversity
This program examines national security challenges through a gender and diversity lens, providing insights into contemporary research, and access to the thoughts and experiences of national security leaders.
Cost per person (ex-GST): $2,250 for PAC Agencies; $2,700 for all others
March
National Security College | Short course
Space and national security NEW
Co-designed with the ANU Institute for Space, this program critically analyses the implications of military and security activities in outer space, the challenges to global space governance and the importance of space situational awareness technologies.
Cost per person (ex-GST): $2,250 for PAC Agencies; $2,700 for all others
March
National Security College | Short course
How Canberra works: the national security ecosystem
This program explores national security frameworks, architecture, decision making and oversight—the how of national security decision making. Aimed at graduates and early career practitioners, this is a short crash course on Australia’s national security
Cost per person (ex-GST): $2,250 for PAC Agencies; $2,700 for all others
April
National Security College | Short course
A brief dive with nuclear submarines
The planned purchase of nuclear submarines under the AUKUS partnership presents capability, support and policy challenges for Australia. This one-and-a-half day program
Cost per person (ex-GST): $2,250 for PAC Agencies; $2,700 for all others
April
National Security College | Short course
Blue Pacific: neighbours under threat NEW
The 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent, endorsed at the 51st Pacific Islands Forum in 2022, acknowledged that Pacific economies and communities face a range of social, economic and development challenges, in addition to evolving challenges such as
Cost per person (ex-GST): $2,250 for PAC Agencies; $2,700 for all others
May
National Security College | Short course
Intelligence and policy: a powerful pairing
In an uncertain and complex world, intelligence informs and can reduce uncertainty for policymakers. Participants who have a basic understanding of both intelligence and policy will get the opportunity to dive deeper into the role intelligence plays to support
Cost per person (ex-GST): $2,250 for PAC Agencies; $2,700 for all others
May
National Security College | Short course
Analytic techniques for policy makers
This training introduces participants to a range of structured analytic techniques— selected from intelligence, design thinking, and academia—for their application to robust policy development. Policy makers will learn practical ways to improve creative
Cost per person (ex-GST): $2,250 for PAC Agencies; $2,700 for all others
May
National Security College | Short course
Artificial intelligence (AI) and AI governance
Artificial intelligence has captured the popular imagination, yet it is a complex set of technologies that remains ill-defined and poorly understood. This program cuts through both fear and hype to explore how AI can and should be used in different domains, with a
Cost per person (ex-GST): $2,250 for PAC Agencies; $2,700 for all others
May
National Security College | Short course
Australia’s strategic culture: tipping points and transformations NEW
A nation’s strategic culture affects how it conceptualises and acts on its national interests and how it responds to changes in the international environment. Australia’s strategic culture has changed several times throughout its history, and contemporary
Cost per person (ex-GST): $2,250 for PAC Agencies; $2,700 for all others
June
National Security College | Short course
Climate and security NEW
Climate change, extreme weather events and environmental degradation all have clear implications for national security. This two-day program will enable participants to consider the science and impact of climate change. It also includes interactive
Cost per person (ex-GST): $2,250 for PAC Agencies; $2,700 for all others
June
National Security College | Short course
Xi’s China: a closer look NEW
This intermediate-advanced level course is tailored for participants with a solid academic or professional understanding of China, who seek deeper perspectives on China’s strategic rise and the complex challenges this poses in the Indo-Pacific.
Cost per person (ex-GST): $2,250 for PAC Agencies; $2,700 for all others
June
National Security College | Short course
A brief dive with nuclear submarines
The planned purchase of nuclear submarines under the AUKUS partnership presents capability, support and policy challenges for Australia. This one-and-a-half day program
Cost per person (ex-GST): $2,250 for PAC Agencies; $2,700 for all others
June
National Security College | Short course
National security: a risky business
In an era of geopolitical turmoil, a global pandemic, climate change and misinformation, astute risk identification, assessment and management are vital to effective national security policy. This program will provide participants with tools and strategies to
Cost per person (ex-GST): $2,250 for PAC Agencies; $2,700 for all others
July
National Security College | Short course
Indo-Pacific breakfasts
Over four consecutive Fridays in July, this series examines the Indo-Pacific as a strategic concept. Participants will dive deep into the geopolitical, economic and security considerations for the Indo-Pacific and the behaviour of key regional actors. How can
Cost per person (ex-GST): $1,950 for PAC Agencies; $2,340 for all others
July
National Security College | Short course
Transnational serious and organised crime
Transnational serious and organised crime (TSOC) is increasingly complex, obscuring the boundaries between law enforcement and national security. This program exposes participants to wide-ranging perspectives on TSOC and its increasingly pervasive impact
Cost per person (ex-GST): $2,250 for PAC Agencies; $2,700 for all others
July
National Security College | Short course
Securing regional stability: focus on Southeast Asia NEW
This program explores Southeast Asia as a nexus of strategic rivalry in the Indo-Pacific, with a focus on how regional actors are responding to China’s rise, how competition for influence is evolving and what challenges this poses for regional cohesion. Is Southeast
Cost per person (ex-GST): $2,250 for PAC Agencies; $2,700 for all others
August
National Security College | Short course
Advanced futures
This three-day program explores the methods and tradecraft needed to integrate effective futures analysis into decision making processes. The program features a range of leading Australian and international presenters, practical exercises and reflection
Cost per person (ex-GST): $3,375 for PAC Agencies; $4,050 for all others
August
National Security College | Short course
Women, peace and security NEW
This program will provide participants the opportunity to develop an understanding of the women peace and security (WPS) agenda, its importance and policy makers’ role in its implementation. Developed in close collaboration with the Department of Foreign
Cost per person (ex-GST): $2,250 for PAC Agencies; $2,700 for all others
August
National Security College | Short course
Propaganda and information warfare
From election interference to COVID-19 conspiracies, a host of actors across the globe are finding new ways to exploit and weaponise information. Is Australia sufficiently prepared to respond? What do we need to do to address misinformation, disinformation,
Cost per person (ex-GST): $2,250 for PAC Agencies; $2,700 for all others
September
National Security College | Short course
Tech breakfasts
Over four consecutive Fridays in September, this series considers the national security impacts, challenges and opportunities posed by new and emerging technologies and the intensifying state of global technology competition. It will help participants analyse the
Cost per person (ex-GST): $1,950 for PAC Agencies; $2,340 for all others
September
National Security College | Short course
Introduction to futures analysis
This training aims to provide participants with an understanding of the key principles of futures thinking, a range of futures tools that can be applied to policy analysis, and practical experience applying some of these techniques to a relevant case study.
Cost per person (ex-GST): $2,250 for PAC Agencies; $2,700 for all others
September
National Security College | Short course
Critical infrastructure
Critical infrastructure includes the facilities, supply chains, information technologies and communication networks that, if destroyed or disrupted for an extended period, will harm our national security and economic wellbeing. Drawing on the insights and
Cost per person (ex-GST): $2,250 for PAC Agencies; $2,700 for all others
October
National Security College | Short course
Intelligence and policy: a powerful pairing
In an uncertain and complex world, intelligence informs and can reduce uncertainty for policymakers. Participants who have a basic understanding of both intelligence and policy will get the opportunity to dive deeper into the role intelligence plays to support
Cost per person (ex-GST): $2,250 for PAC Agencies; $2,700 for all others
October
National Security College | Short course
Health and national security
The significant strategic impact of COVID-19 has meant health is now front of mind for many national security policy and decision makers. This three-day program aims to explore the nexus between health and national security, how global threats to human
Cost per person (ex-GST): $3,375 for PAC Agencies; $4,050 for all others
October
National Security College | Short course
Blue Pacific: neighbours under threat NEW
The 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent, endorsed at the 51st Pacific Islands Forum in 2022, acknowledged that Pacific economies and communities face a range of social, economic and development challenges, in addition to evolving challenges such as
Cost per person (ex-GST): $2,250 for PAC Agencies; $2,700 for all others
October
National Security College | Short course
Xi’s China: a closer look NEW
This intermediate-advanced level course is tailored for participants with a solid academic or professional understanding of China, who seek deeper perspectives on China’s strategic rise and the complex challenges this poses in the Indo-Pacific.
Cost per person (ex-GST): $2,250 for PAC Agencies; $2,700 for all others
October
National Security College | Short course
How Canberra works: the national security ecosystem
This program explores national security frameworks, architecture, decision making and oversight—the how of national security decision making. Aimed at graduates and early career practitioners, this is a short crash course on Australia’s national security
Cost per person (ex-GST): $2,250 for PAC Agencies; $2,700 for all others
November
National Security College | Short course
Analytic techniques for policy makers
This training introduces participants to a range of structured analytic techniques— selected from intelligence, design thinking, and academia—for their application to robust policy development. Policy makers will learn practical ways to improve creative
Cost per person (ex-GST): $2,250 for PAC Agencies; $2,700 for all others
Executive programs
February
National Security College | Short course
Succeeding on the frontline: executive development for middle managers EL1 and equivalent
Middle managers are on the frontline of policymaking and so are often called upon to navigate the complexities of national security policy—a growing challenge in an increasingly disrupted world.
Cost per person (ex-GST): $11,650 for PAC Agencies; $13,980 for all others
March
National Security College | Short course
Navigating an era of strategic competition: executive development for senior managers EL2 and equivalent
This three-week program unpacks the evolving concept of national security, providing indepth analysis of a broad range of national security challenges facing Australia. Senior national security practitioners, together with thought leaders from academia and
Cost per person (ex-GST): $17,350 for PAC Agencies; $20,820 for all others
April
National Security College | Short course
National security foundations – introductory level program
This program introduces participants to the issues, challenges, and opportunities that shape Australia’s national security landscape. By engaging with leading academics and senior officials, the program provides participants who are new to national security the
Cost per person (ex-GST): $3,375 for PAC Agencies; $4,050 for all others
May
National Security College | Short course
Navigating an era of strategic competition: executive development for senior managers EL2 and equivalent
This three-week program unpacks the evolving concept of national security, providing indepth analysis of a broad range of national security challenges facing Australia. Senior national security practitioners, together with thought leaders from academia and
Cost per person (ex-GST): $17,350 for PAC Agencies; $20,820 for all others
July
National Security College | Short course
National security foundations – introductory level program
This program introduces participants to the issues, challenges, and opportunities that shape Australia’s national security landscape. By engaging with leading academics and senior officials, the program provides participants who are new to national security the
Cost per person (ex-GST): $3,375 for PAC Agencies; $4,050 for all others
August
National Security College | Short course
Succeeding on the frontline: executive development for middle managers EL1 and equivalent
Middle managers are on the frontline of policymaking and so are often called upon to navigate the complexities of national security policy—a growing challenge in an increasingly disrupted world.
Cost per person (ex-GST): $11,650 for PAC Agencies; $13,980 for all others
September
National Security College | Short course
National security foundations: a whole-of-nation perspective
Introductory program for officials from state and territory governments
To be advised; please contact NSC directly if interested in this program
September
National Security College | Short course
National security foundations – introductory level program
This program introduces participants to the issues, challenges, and opportunities that shape Australia’s national security landscape. By engaging with leading academics and senior officials, the program provides participants who are new to national security the
Cost per person (ex-GST): $3,375 for PAC Agencies; $4,050 for all others
October
National Security College | Short course
Succeeding on the frontline: executive development for middle managers EL1 and equivalent
Middle managers are on the frontline of policymaking and so are often called upon to navigate the complexities of national security policy—a growing challenge in an increasingly disrupted world.
Cost per person (ex-GST): $11,650 for PAC Agencies; $13,980 for all others
November
National Security College | Short course
Leading through disruption: executive development for senior executives SES1 and equivalent
This immersive four-week program provides current and emerging senior leaders a contemporary perspective on national security and the intersection between domestic and international issues. As NSC’s flagship program, participants will have one-of-a-kind
Cost per person (ex-GST): $34,000 for PAC Agencies; $40,800 for all others
