Professional competences
Applying the fundamentals of social and political theories to understand, analyse and evaluate socio-political organisation
- defining key concepts within the field and using specialist terminology in various situations
- conceptually explaining social theories and field-specific issues
- applying ethical principles and deontological norms underlying the organisation and functioning of field-specific activities, and describing the professional structure and its values
- applying national and European legislation regarding freedom of information, intellectual property, copyright and related rights in field-specific and information-documentation activities
- developing field-specific research and intervention projects
Developing and communicating plans and projects in the field of security
- identifying and understanding theories relating to information management, document security, intelligence activities and the dynamics of international relations
- recognising the characteristics of international relations, international law, international organisations and methods of forming international alliances
- understanding regional particularities in approaching international relations
- applying standard criteria and methods to analyse the quality and limitations of different technologies in practical situations
- preparing portfolios concerning the security dimensions of specific situations
Applying analytical and decision-making methodologies in the field of security
- defining concepts, theories, paradigms and methodologies used in security analysis
- addressing specific situations based on parameters relevant to the field
- applying research methods to identify security problems and solve them through specific planning models
- identifying and using relevant techniques and indicators to monitor and evaluate situations with security implications
Interpreting and effectively using information in public and private organisations
- identifying concepts and methods appropriate to security analysis
- explaining and interpreting events with security implications from a strategic planning perspective
- applying appropriate methodological frameworks to conduct a security analysis
- analysing security issues from a human rights perspective
Providing expertise in negotiation and mediation between groups with diverse interests
- applying key methods, techniques, tactics and strategies of communication and/or mediation
- using analytical tools to identify the main points of interest in security issues
- applying communication strategies and methods in crisis management and/or mediation
- critically evaluating methods and models used in managing crises, mediation or negotiation situations
Ensuring effective management of relationships within public and private organisations
- correctly applying analysis methods to achieve institutional objectives
- developing teamwork skills
- acquiring effective communication skills with colleagues and at hierarchical levels
Transversal competences
- managing information required to complete complex tasks (receiving, transmitting, processing and storing information in professional documents), including using an international language at an advanced level and a second foreign language at intermediate or advanced level
- applying efficient work techniques in a multidisciplinary team, appropriate to different hierarchical levels
- objectively self-assessing professional development needs to ensure adaptability and successful integration into the labour market
