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Certified Threat Assessment and Risk Expert

Online Certification  ·  12 Weeks  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CTHR)

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Executive Summary

Certified Threat Assessment and Risk Expert

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Threat Assessment and Risk Expert (CTHR) delivers a rigorous Executive-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in security risk management, physical protection and investigations.

This 12 Weeks programme is structured around ASIS, ISO and recognised security-management standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CTHR holders are recognised by leading organisations across Africa, the Gulf, Europe and the Americas as qualified, results-driven professionals. Whether you are advancing your current career or transitioning into new responsibilities, this certification provides the competitive edge you need in 2026 and beyond.

Programme Overview

Certification at a Glance

Certification
Certified Threat Assessment and Risk Expert
Acronym
CTHR
Category
Security & Safety
Level
Executive
Duration
12 Weeks
Delivery Mode
100% Online
Assessment
Online Examination
Certificate
Digital + Physical
CPD Eligibility
CPD Accredited
Alumni Benefits
GLI Network Access
Self-Paced
USD 399
Live Virtual
USD 599
Target Audience

Who Should Enrol?

  • Security Officers and Supervisors
  • Security Managers and Consultants
  • Investigators and Intelligence Analysts
  • Loss Prevention and Protection Specialists
Programme Inclusions

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

  • All study materials and study guide
  • Access to GLI online learning portal
  • Online examination and assessment
  • Digital certificate and digital badge
  • Physical certificate (shipped to you)
  • CPD credits for professional bodies
  • GLI alumni network membership
  • Facilitator and tutor support
  • Resource downloads and reference library
  • Automatic enrolment confirmation
Certification Benefits

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Career Advancement
Accelerate your career towards senior security-management and CSO roles
Professional Recognition
Credential aligned with ASIS, ISO and recognised security-management standards
Leadership Capability
Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex security risk management functions
Organisational Impact
Design and implement security risk management systems that drive performance and measurable results
Compliance Readiness
Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to security risk management
Global Employability
Qualify for security risk management roles across corporates, critical infrastructure, government and protective services worldwide
Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Security Risk Assessment and Threat Analysis
✦Physical Security and Access Control
✦Investigations, Intelligence and Forensics
✦Crisis, Emergency and Incident Response
✦Security Operations, Technology and Surveillance
✦Professional Ethics and Governance
Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1
Foundations and Strategic Context of Certified Threat Assessment and Risk Expert
Certified Threat Assessment and Risk Expert: industry context, trends and professional standards · Security principles and protective concepts · The security profession, roles and standards · The threat landscape and security environment
2
Assessment Into Design
Layered defence and site protection · Security technology selection and operation · Access control, screening and visitor management · Crowd, event and public space safety
3
Reviewing and Testing
Security risk assessment and proportionate response · Incident response and command · Security ethics, use of force and accountability · Data protection in surveillance
4
Threat Identification
Security risk assessment and proportionate response · Insider threat and personnel security · Investigation practice and evidence handling · Access control systems and identity management
5
Vulnerability and Criticality
Security risk assessment and proportionate response · Layered defence and site protection · Cash, assets and loss prevention · Cash and valuables protection
6
Proportionate Response
Security risk assessment and proportionate response · Layered defence and site protection · Security technology selection and operation · Principles of close protection
7
Insider and Personnel Risk
Insider threat and personnel security · Access control, screening and visitor management · Investigation practice and evidence handling · Threat identification and assessment
8
Stakeholders and Liaison
Stakeholder mapping and liaison · Regulatory compliance and licensing · Working with police, regulators and the justice system · Partnership building and multi-stakeholder platforms
9
Cost, Assets and Loss
Cost-effectiveness of controls · Protecting data and information assets · Insider threat and data loss prevention · Cost, feasibility and control analysis
10
Data and Intelligence
Intelligence-led and data-driven security · Privacy, surveillance and data protection · Security KPIs and metrics · Performance measurement and KPI dashboards
11
Planning and Design
Designing a security programme or solution · Protective operations planning · Emergency evacuation planning · Project management plan development
12
People Risk
Insider threat management · The customer experience (CX) discipline · Employee experience and engagement · Customer and employee satisfaction
13
Audit and Standards
Sustaining improvement and benefits · Continuous improvement in security · Driving measurable security improvement · Continuous improvement and optimisation
14
Health and Safety
Contractor and visitor safety · Automation and safety technology · Toolbox talks and safety communication · Resilience, wellbeing and stress management
15
Change and Modernisation
Measuring security transformation impact · Measuring change and project impact · Baseline setting and change control · Sales and marketing transformation
16
Service and Public Interface
Telecom products, tariffs and customer lifecycles · Client feedback and satisfaction · Psychoeducation and public communication · Customer personas and insight
17
Records and Procedure
Professional writing and documentation · Knowledge management and capability building · Incident reporting and record-keeping · Vehicle documentation, compliance and consumer protection
18
Strategy and Governance
Governance of converged security · Customer onboarding and lifecycle · Corporate governance in banks · Managing boundaries and dual relationships
19
Contractors and Supply
Vendor and technology management · Digital procurement and the future of the profession · Sustainable procurement principles and standards · Fair trade and responsible supply
20
Security Practice
Professional ethics and conduct in security · Threat and risk assessment · Security culture and awareness · Leading security teams
21
Risk and Resilience
Business continuity and resilience · Duty of care and risk management · Managing risk and difficult cases · Ethical, risk and feasibility considerations
22
Legal and Regulatory
Grant compliance and restricted funding management · Regulation of transport: authorities, conventions and licensing · Tariffs, regulation and the economics of essential services · Regulation, ethics and misinformation in media and telecoms
23
Operations and Supervision
Competitive bidding processes · Ethics, supervision and reflective practice · Incident response process · Business process mapping
24
Security Technology
Equipment and technology · Digital, mobile and internet banking · The banking system, intermediation and financial markets · Digital disruption and the future of banking
25
Emergency and Incident
Incident and response performance · Crisis management and command · Business continuity and crisis management · Crisis communications
26
Personnel and Capability
Leading project teams · Team development and effectiveness · Coaching and developing team members · Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams
27
Ethics and Conduct
Ethics and responsible leadership · Professional standards and ethics (CIPS) · Monitoring, evaluation and learning for accountability · Ethics and treating customers fairly in insurance
28
Leadership and Command
Journey management and risk · Management accounts and dashboards · Decision support and insight · Practice management systems
29
Communication and Reporting
Measuring coaching outcomes · Financial reporting frameworks (IFRS/GAAP) · Integrated and sustainability reporting · Communicating financial results
30
Professional Leadership Practice
Sanctions screening and PEP management · Relationship management and cross-selling · Sales performance and pipeline management · Liquidity and funding management

Every module opens in the learning portal with its full lesson set, worked examples, further reading and video masterclasses. 30 modules · 150 lessons.

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Achieve

  • Assessment Into Design — applied to your own work
  • Reviewing and Testing — applied to your own work
  • Threat Identification — applied to your own work
  • Vulnerability and Criticality — applied to your own work
  • Proportionate Response — applied to your own work
  • Insider and Personnel Risk — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CTHR certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with ASIS, ISO and recognised security-management standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CTHR?

This certification is ideal for Security Officers and Supervisors, Security Managers and Consultants, Investigators and Intelligence Analysts and Loss Prevention and Protection Specialists, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in security risk management, physical protection and investigations with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CTHR certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 12 Weeks and offers flexible learning modes. Self-paced learners can progress at their own schedule, while live virtual participants follow a structured cohort schedule with facilitator-led sessions.

Is the CTHR internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with ASIS, ISO and recognised security-management standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CTHR certification?

The Certified Threat Assessment and Risk Expert is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 399 and Live Virtual at USD 599. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CTHR certification include?

Enrolment includes all study materials and study guides, access to GLI's online learning portal, online examination, digital certificate and badge, physical certificate (posted), CPD credits, GLI alumni network membership, and ongoing facilitator support.

What is the assessment format for the CTHR?

The Certified Threat Assessment and Risk Expert is assessed through an online examination consisting of multiple-choice questions, case study analysis, and practical application assignments. The assessment is designed to evaluate real-world competency, not just theoretical recall.

What CPD credits do I earn from the CTHR?

The Certified Threat Assessment and Risk Expert carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CTHR while working full-time?

Absolutely. The self-paced option is designed for busy working professionals and allows you to study when and where it suits you. Live virtual sessions are typically scheduled in the evenings or on weekends to accommodate professional commitments.

What career outcomes can I expect from the CTHR?

Graduates progress towards senior security-management and CSO roles. The CTHR strengthens your expertise in security risk management, physical protection and investigations and positions you for advancement across corporates, critical infrastructure, government and protective services.

Graduate Voices

What Our Alumni Say

“

The curriculum was directly applicable to my daily work. I immediately applied what I learned and saw results within weeks of completing the programme.

Head of Security
Private Sector
“

GLI's certification is the most practical professional programme I have attended. The international frameworks gave me credibility with my employer and clients.

Security Manager
NGO Sector
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I earned my CTHR while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

Investigations Lead
Government
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