• the training of specialists in the field of security studies, according to national and European scientific and educational standards;
• the provision of the conditions for the graduates of the university of this particular specialization to train according to a new paradigm of education, acquiring skills and abilities that will allow them to work freely and responsibly in the democratic and constitutional state in the future;
• the creation of a critical mass of graduates aware of Romania's strategic needs and able to create multi-dimensional strategies in the institutions where they will work in accordance with national, European and Euro-Atlantic imperatives;
• the training of as many students as possible in scientific research, in order to increase the level of their instruction, but especially to train them as researchers with a critical spirit and innovativeness in their work.
• the use of multi-ethnic and multi-cultural social framework of Târgu-Mureș to educate young individuals capable of navigating entities within the multi-ethnic and multi-cultural context of Europe;
• the training of personnel in alignment with NATO requirements.

• General Objectives
  
• The mastery of the conceptual framework within the field of Security Studies to enable the correct usage and application of domain-specific vocabulary;
• The systematization of bibliographical resources and information within the field of study and their accurate utilization;
• The definition of the place and role of security studies in relation to other academic disciplines;
• The analysis of the roles of political and security actors at national, European, and global levels;
• The delimitation of the primary theories concerning security and their application in a domain-specific multi-dimensional analysis;
• The ability to define and identify the specific characteristics of the field of study;
• The acquisition of knowledge regarding the historical evolution of security concepts.
• The identification of tools and techniques for analyzing risk factors affecting national and international security.

Specific Objectives

• The application of security analysis methods to concrete situations;
• The explanation of the dynamics of risks and phenomena influencing the security environment;
• The involvement as proficient specialists for specialized institutions and qualified officials for local, national, and international institutions;
• The acquisition of methodological, teaching, and evaluative competence in the field of security studies;
• The understanding of normative systems and values essential for addressing risks to security.

Professional Competencies:

PC 1. The application of fundamental theories in social and political analysis

PC 1.1 The definition and application of key concepts within the domain, utilizing them in various scenarios;

PC 1.2 The conceptual explanation of social theories and specialized issues within the field;

PC 1.3 The application of ethical principles and norms underlying the organization and functioning of domain-specific activities, description of the professional organization and its values;

PC 1.4 The application of national and European legislation concerning free access to information, intellectual property, rights holder rights, copyright, etc., in specific activities and information-documentation activities;

PC 1.5 The development of specific research and intervention projects in the field.

PC 2 The development and communication of plans and projects in security assurance

PC 2.1 The identification and understanding of theories related to information management, document security, intelligence activities, and the dynamics of international relations;

PC 2.2 The identification of international relations specifics concerning international law, international organizations, and the formation of international alliances;

PC 2.3 The understanding of regional particularities in approaching international relations;

PC 2.4 The use of standard criteria and methods for analyzing the quality and limitations of various technologies in specific actions;

PC 2.5 The creation of portfolios regarding the security dimensions of specific situations.

PC 3 The use of analysis and decision-making methodologies in the field of security

PC 3.1 The definition of concepts, theories, paradigms, and methodologies used in security analysis;

PC 3.2 The handling of specific situations based on domain-specific parameters;

PC 3.3 The use of research methods in order to define security issues and resolve them through specific planning models;

PC 3.4 The identification and use of relevant techniques and indicators for monitoring and evaluating situations involving security aspects;

PC 4 The efficient interpretation and valorization of information in public and private organizations

PC 4.1 The identification of concepts and suitable methods for security analysis;

PC 4.2 The explanation and interpretation of an event with security implications from a strategic planning perspective;

PC 4.3 The use of suitable methodological frameworks for security analysis;

PC 4.4 The analysis of security issues considering human rights implications.

PC 5 The provision of expertise in negotiation and mediation between groups with diverging interests

PC 5.1 The concrete application of the principal communication methods, techniques and tactics, and/or mediation strategies;

PC 5.2 The use of analytical tools to identify key aspects of interest in security issues;

PC 5.3 The application of strategies and communication methods in managing crisis situations and/or mediation;

PC 5.4 The critical evaluation of methods and models used in crisis management and/or mediation or negotiation;

PC 6 The assurance of an effective management of relationships within public and private organizations

PC 6.1 The appropriate use of analysis methods to achieve institutional goals;

PC 6.2 The development of teamwork skills

PC 6.3 The acquisition of effective communication skills with colleagues and at hierarchical levels.

Transversal Competencies

TC 1 The management of specific information for complex task resolution in context;

TC 2 The application of efficient teamwork techniques in multidisciplinary settings, corresponding to various hierarchical levels;

TC 3 The practice of objective self-evaluation of the need for professional training for integration and adaptability to labor market requirements.