Certificate In Loss Control and Management Part 2
Last Updated : May 20, 2024
About Course
The Diploma in an optional pathway of the Advanced Diploma in Loss
Control and Management programme. It is designed as an entry course for
those who want to take up Loss Control and management as a career
specialising in Design of security systems and Risk Management functions. The programme
Leads to the awarding of the Chartered Professional Loss Manager (CpLM) Manager upon completion of the professional Stage. The curriculum assumes candidates have basic to no knowledge of loss control and aims at building theoretical and practical knowledge base. This programme is conducted by ICLM on block release and full-time (online classes) basis within Zimbabwe and at accredited centres in SADC Countries.
What Will You Learn?
- Loss control management is a critical aspect of risk management that involves identifying, analyzing, and evaluating potential risks to prevent or minimize any adverse impacts. It entails implementing various strategies and processes to manage and control losses, which could be financial, operational, or reputational in nature.
- Effective loss control management requires in-depth knowledge of the organization’s operations, potential threats, and mitigation measures. It involves developing and implementing risk management plans and policies that align with the company’s objectives and goals.
Course Content
Quantitative Methods
1.0 Preamble
The course is designed to equip students with elementary quantitative techniques and skills required to solve problems in the contemporary business world. The course covers some useful quantitative methods that apply to loss management. Topics that are covered in this course are Data collection, data representation, summary measures, and introduction to probability.2.0 Course Objectives
By the end of the course, students should be able to:
collect data using different data collection methods
represent data using charts, diagrams and graphs
calculate different summary measures to describe data
evaluate probabilities in loss management-related problems
Introduction, Course Outline and Module
00:00- 01:00:00
Data Representation
00:00Summary Measures
00:00Introduction to Probability
00:00
Information Communication Technology
Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) is a broader term for Information Technology (IT), which refers to all communication technologies, including the internet, wireless networks, cell phones, computers, software, middleware, video-conferencing, social networking, and other media applications and services
- 59:00
- 01:00:00
Computer Networking
00:00Information Security
00:00Information communication technology
00:00Information risk management
00:00Information disaster management
00:00
Financial Accounting 2
AIM OF THE COURSE
Equip learners with accounting knowledge, skills and conceptual understanding relevant to the preparation and use of financial reports in measuring business performance tests and decision-making.COURSEWORK:
The course assessment shall consist of two Assignments, details of which shall be availed to students during the learning block. Coursework contributes 30% of the final mark while final examination contributes 70% of the final mark. Students are advised to do their assignments as there are no provisions for special treatment.
Introduction, Course Outline and Module
00:00Accounting for errors and special accounting procedures
00:00Adjustments for Financial Statements
00:00Accounting for decision making
00:00Accounting for management control
00:00Company accounts
00:00
Physical Security Management
Definition and Evolution of Security
00:00Security Survey / Audit – Significance
00:00State Security Agents and Their Functions
00:00Private Security As a Loss Management Function
00:00Crime Prevention Mechanisms
00:00Access Control Mechanisms
00:00Internal Control Systems
00:00Physical security systems and application
00:00Contingency Planning and Disaster Management
00:00Security Books and Records/ Security Documentation
00:00Discipline
00:00Introduction, Course Outline and Module
00:00
Criminal Law
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Sources of law
00:00Crime and its Essential Elements
00:00Differences Between Crime and Civil Wrong
00:00General Doctrines of Criminal Law – Actus Reus and Mens Rea
00:00Unfinalised/Incomplete/Inchoate crimes
00:00Parties To a Crime – Actual Perpetrator, Co-Perpetrator, Accomplice, Accessory
00:00Defences – Defences That Affect Voluntary Action, Defences That Affect the Mental Element, Defences That Affect Unlawfulness
00:00Criminal Law and Human rights
00:00The Criminal Procedure and Evidence Act
00:00Analysis of Certain Crimes
00:00Structure of the Courts in Zimbabwe
00:00Procedure During Criminal Trial.
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Applied Psychology
PURPOSE OF THE MODULE:
Equipping learners with the knowledge and skills needed in analyzing and evaluating the application of psychology concepts, theories and principles in loss management supervision work.MODULE INTRODUCTION
This module explores how the study of Applied Psychology helps in the loss management field. Students will gain knowledge in crime and criminology theories: crime causes, types, effects and preventive measures.LEARNING OUTCOMES
Learners are equipped with knowledge of the application of concepts, theories and principles of psychology in evaluating the implication of human behaviour in the design and management of loss management systems.ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
The course assessment of this course shall be in two parts. The final examination will contribute 70% and course work will contribute 30%. For coursework assessment, each student shall submit tow individual assignments. Students are particularly advised that assignments submitted beyond due dates shall not be entertained.EXAMINATION
Learners are expected to demonstrate knowledge of the concepts and theories of Applied Psychology and embed them in loss management.
RECOMMENDED REFERENCES
1. Haralambos M and Holborn M-“Sociology themes and perspectives 5th edition
2. Radzinowicz and Wolfgang(1977) “crime and justice”
3. Sutherland E. H and Cressey D. R(1978)- “Criminology” 10th edition
4. Cohen(1988) “Against crime”
5. Cloete and Stevens(1991) Criminology
6. Joseph L.E Jacoby(1997 (Classics of criminology”
7. Watson D and Poole A(1997) “A dictionary of Psychology” Adorno, T. W., Frenkel
8. Brunswik, E., Levinson, D. J., & Sanford, R. N. (1950). The authoritarian personality. New York: Harper and Row (pp. 228).
9. Allport, G. W. (1937). Personality: A psychological interpretation. New York: H. Holt and. Company.
10. Bandura, A. (1977). Social learning theory. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice Hall.
11. Cattell, R. B. (1965). The scientific analysis of personality. Baltimore: Penguin Books.
12. Eysenck, H. J. (1952). The scientific study of personality.
13. Eysenck, H. J. (1966). Personality and experimental psychology. Bulletin of the British Psychological Society.
14. Eysenck, H. J. (1967). The biological basis of personality (Vol. 689). Transaction publishers.
15. Eysenck, H. J. (1982). Personality, genetics, and behaviour: Selected papers.LECTURER CONTACT DETAILS: Mr Mazambara N. 0777 163 249/ 0716 994 033
Introduction to Criminal Psychology
00:00Criminology, Deviance and Criminal Orientation
00:00Penology and Crime Control
00:00Psychology and Loss Management
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Private Security Law
The main aim of the course is to affect positively, the knowledge, skills and attitudes and enhance the behaviour of security and Risk and Loss control officers so that they deliver effective duties which are at the same time lawful and humane. More so understand Private Security Law concepts as it will make the execution of loss and risk management tasks easy and facilitate a very exciting career.
However, it is recognized that the achievement of this aim is dependent upon several factors in addition to the fulfilment of educational or training programs.COURSE OBJECTIVES:
On successful completion of the course students should be able to:-
- Impact knowledge of the general legal framework within which private security services are offered and provisions of statutory instruments which govern operations and administration of private security institutions.
Introduction, Course Outline and Module
00:00Legal History of Private Security
00:00Legal Framework for the Administration of Private Security Operations
00:00Legal framework for the administration of private security operations
00:00Major Legal Issues Affecting Private Personnel
00:00Major Legal Issues Affecting Private Personnel
00:00Private Investigators and Security Guards (Control) Act (Chapter 27:10) and its regulations (Private Investigators and Security Guards (General) Regulations Statutory Instrument 156 of 2007
00:00REVISION
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