Inaugural Advanced Studies Programme in Sport Safety and Security Management Begins

With the growing threat to major sport events and increasing complexity to sport safety and security, the inaugural International Advanced Studies Programme on Sport Safety and Security Management started in Germany today, welcoming students from around the world.

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Doha/Heidelberg; 11 June 2015: With the growing threat to major sport events and increasing complexity to sport safety and security, the inaugural International Advanced Studies Programme on Sport Safety and Security Managementstarted in Germany today, welcoming students from around the world.

Developed and delivered by the ICSS and SRH University Heidelberg, the first International Advanced Studies Programme on Sport Safety and Security Management welcomed participants from over 5 countries, who will undertake a unique programme to develop their practical knowledge, qualifications and competencies in what is a rapidly growing, global and complex area of the sport industry.

Underlining the ICSS’s commitment to training and education in sport safety, security and integrity, the inaugural course will be a unique opportunity for professionals in sport to be mentored by some of the world’s top experts in sport safety and security, who will deliver a range of tailored modules covering the latest trends and techniques.

Some of the key topics the first International Advanced Studies Programme on Sport Safety and Security Management will cover include:

Best Practice and Developing Trends and Techniques in Sport Safety and Security Legal Requirements and Implications in Major Event Safety and Security Cutting-Edge Techniques to Deliver a Safe, Secure and Successful Major Sport Events Risk Analysis and Risk Assessment Mitigation and Prevention MethodsMohammed Hanzab, President of the ICSS, said:

"The start of this inaugural programme course represents an important moment for the ICSS and underlines our firm commitment to raising international standards in sport safety, security and integrity. On behalf of the ICSS, I would like to welcome participants to this inaugural course and hope this provides them with a unique platform to develop their understanding and enhance their career in the global sports industry."

Helmut Spahn, Director General, ICSS, said:

"Amid growing safety and security challenges to many events globally, the International Advanced Studies Programme on Sport Safety and Security Management is the first step in our effort to address the urgent need for better training and education in sport safety and security.

"The programme will provide event organisers and sports industry professionals with a unique opportunity to learn about the latest trends in sport safety and security, as well as equipping them with best practice and the latest industry techniques. I believe it is an important step in developing a more coordinated international platform for sharing knowledge in order to safeguard sport venues and events around the world.

"Along with our partners, SRH University Heidelberg, we would like to welcome the 2015 class to the course and wish them luck as they embark on this exciting journey, which aims to help develop the next generation of leaders in sport safety and security."

For further information regarding the programme and how to apply for 2016, please visit our website www.asp.theicss.org/home or contact us via email at advancedstudies@theicss.org.

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