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Certified Maritime and Port Security Expert

Online Certification  ·  12 Weeks  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CMAR2)

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Executive Summary

Certified Maritime and Port Security Expert

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Maritime and Port Security Expert (CMAR2) 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 CMAR2 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 Maritime and Port Security Expert
Acronym
CMAR2
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 Maritime and Port Security Expert
Certified Maritime and Port Security 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
Physical, personnel and information security
Layered defence and site protection · Deterrence, detection, delay and response · Duty of care and legal framework · Insider threat and personnel security
3
Duty of care and legal framework
Duty of care and legal framework · Ethics and professional conduct in security · Security as a business enabler · Decision support and insight
4
Security as a business enabler
Security as a business enabler · Threat identification and assessment · Vulnerability assessment and surveys · CCTV and video surveillance systems
5
Vulnerability assessment and surveys
Vulnerability assessment and surveys · Criticality and asset identification · Likelihood, impact and risk rating · Cyber-physical systems and OT security
6
Likelihood, impact and risk rating
Likelihood, impact and risk rating · Risk treatment and countermeasures · Intelligence-led risk assessment · Loss prevention principles
7
Intelligence-led risk assessment
Intelligence-led risk assessment · Security surveys and audits · Risk registers and reporting · Complaints, accountability and fitness to practise
8
Change and Innovation
Innovation in protective operations · Sustaining improvement and benefits · Measuring security transformation impact · Continuous improvement in security
9
Data and Measurement
Protecting data and information assets · Security metrics and reporting · Investigation practice and evidence handling · Privacy, surveillance and data protection
10
Financial Acumen
Cost-effectiveness of controls · Security programme design and budgeting · Balancing short-term delivery and long-term value · Total cost and value delivered
11
Risk and Governance
Presenting risk and recommendations · Regulatory compliance and licensing · Access control systems and identity management · Crisis management and command
12
Stakeholders and Partners
Board and management reporting · Board reporting and information flows · Onboarding and induction programme design · Supplier segmentation and relationship strategy
13
Digital and Technology
Equipment and technology · Working with police, regulators and the justice system · Security technology selection and operation · Digital forensics and cybercrime
14
Ethics and Integrity
Professional ethics and conduct in security · Legal and ethical investigation · Legal and ethical protection · Security ethics, use of force and accountability
15
Self-Leadership
Business continuity and resilience · Wellbeing and holistic health strategy · Resilience, wellbeing and stress management · Working with organisations on wellbeing
16
People Administration
Performance management in service · Performance management in sales · NGO financial management and budget-versus-actual discipline · The customer experience (CX) discipline
17
Customers and Markets
Customer loyalty and advocacy · Customer lifetime value · Growing value through service · Leading service teams
18
Projects and Delivery
Leading security projects and change · Treatment planning and review · Building high-performing project teams · Leading campaigns and sales projects
19
Inclusion and Culture
Security culture and awareness · Building a coaching culture · Nomination, succession and diversity · The business case for diversity and inclusion
20
Legal and Policy
Habit change and behaviour design · Visitor and contractor management · The regulatory and legal environment · Contract, grant and third-party compliance
21
Cross-Cultural Leadership
Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams · Key global frameworks: FAO, GlobalG.A.P., SDGs and national strategies · Expanding into regional and export markets · Cross-cultural communication
22
Suppliers and Partners
E-procurement and procure-to-pay systems · Supply chain visibility and control towers · AI, blockchain and digital supply chains · Water supply systems: sources, treatment and distribution
23
Sustainability
Sustainability standards (GRI, ISSB) · ESG, sustainability reporting and corporate responsibility · Environmental compliance and impact assessment · Sustainability and environmental duty
24
Public and Community Context
Community and tenant engagement · Facilitation, training and public presentation skills · Group dynamics, facilitation and community mobilisation · Presentation and public speaking
25
Knowledge and Learning
Learning strategy and business alignment · Apprenticeships and work-based learning · Records management and retention · Training needs analysis and learning strategy
26
Leadership and Management
Team leadership in security operations · Locks, keys and credential management · Report writing and case management · Incident management and response
27
People and Capability
Advocacy and policy engagement · Quality monitoring and coaching · Proactive engagement and success · Win-back and re-engagement
28
Strategy and Direction
Corporate strategy and portfolio choices · Growth strategy: organic, M&A and partnerships · Strategic leadership at scale · Building strategic relationships and coalitions
29
Operations and Delivery
Emergency evacuation planning · Design review and quality · Organisational design and operating models · Scenario planning and foresight
30
Communication and Influence
Influencing and security awareness · Managing sensitive communications · Negotiation and closing commercial deals · Voice of the customer and acting on feedback

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

  • Physical, personnel and information security — applied to your own work
  • Duty of care and legal framework — applied to your own work
  • Security as a business enabler — applied to your own work
  • Vulnerability assessment and surveys — applied to your own work
  • Likelihood, impact and risk rating — applied to your own work
  • Intelligence-led risk assessment — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CMAR2 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 CMAR2?

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 CMAR2 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 CMAR2 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 CMAR2 certification?

The Certified Maritime and Port Security 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 CMAR2 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 CMAR2?

The Certified Maritime and Port Security 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 CMAR2?

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

Can I study the CMAR2 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 CMAR2?

Graduates progress towards senior security-management and CSO roles. The CMAR2 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
“

I earned my CMAR2 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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