Henley-Putnam University Announces Presidential Scholarship - Press Release

November 19, 2008 by Dagpotter · Comment
Filed under: Business Line, Press Releases, logistics, training 

Henley-Putnam University (www.Henley-Putnam.edu), a premier university for online higher education in the field of Strategic Security, is pleased to announce the creation of a new Presidential Scholarship for the men and women of local law enforcement.

“As federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies work together to ensure that we are equipped to handle a broad range of security threats, the role of local law enforcement continues to grow in importance as a first line of defense. To that end, Henley-Putnam University is dedicated to supporting the men and women of local law enforcement and as such is pleased to offer the opportunity for qualified candidates who are currently employed in local law enforcement to receive the Dr. Michael Corcoran Presidential Scholarship”, according to Greg Von Gehr, CEO.

Dr. Corcoran, one of the founders of Henley-Putnam University as well as the University President started his career in local law enforcement before moving into a role within the US Secret Service. Dr. Corcoran is dedicated to advancing the essential bonds between law enforcement organizations and in supporting up and coming leaders within the law enforcement community.

Individuals who are looking to pursue their online degree in the areas of Intelligence, Terrorism and Counterterrorism Studies, and Management of Personal Protection can visit Henley-Putnam.edu to learn more about the University, the Presidential Scholarship, and speak to an admissions coordinator. All applicants must apply and be granted the scholarship prior to December 31, 2008.

ABOUT HENLEY-PUTNAM UNIVERSITY
A leading educational institution in the field of Strategic Security, Henley-Putnam University offers accredited online Bachelor and Master of Science Degrees in Intelligence Management, Terrorism/Counterterrorism Studies, and Management of Personal Protection, and a Doctorate Degree Program in Strategic Security. Henley-Putnam prepares professionals in law enforcement, the military, intelligence, and private industry with skills and insights to advance their careers and protect the future. Committed to building a student/alumni network that serves its community, Henley-Putnam is an accredited member of DETC (www.detc.org) and offers 125+ courses taught by faculty from the CIA, FBI and other institutions.

For more information on Henley-Putnam University, call 888-852-8746 or visit us online at www.henley-putnam.edu

Henley-Putnam University Sponsors Teleconference On “Transitioning From Federal Law Enforcement Into The Private Sector” On November 20, 2008 - Press Release

November 17, 2008 by Dagpotter · Comment
Filed under: Careers, Press Releases, training 

San Jose, California, November 13, 2008 – On Thursday, November 20th at 10 A.M. (PT), Henley-Putnam University will be sponsoring a teleconference on “Transitioning from Federal Law Enforcement into the Private Sector” given by Claude Markham, Former Federal Agent, AFOSI and Private Investigator.

The teleconference will include topics such as:

• Transitioning from the military (USAF OSI) to the private sector (as a private investigator)
• How the private investigation business compares to working as a federal agent

There will be a brief Question & Answer session following the teleconference

To reserve your space in the teleconference, please call 408 453 9900 ext. 9949

About the Presenter

Mr. Markham’s career has included both military and civilian service. Mr. Markham served on active duty in the U.S. Air Force from 1969-1975. In 1974, he received a BBA in Business from St. Edwards University in Austin, Texas and an MS in Finance from the University of Houston in 1980. From 1976 to 1982 he was a loan officer and worked his way up to the level of vice president of the Bank of the Southwest. From 1982 to 1987 Mr. Markham was an executive vice president at Central Bank in Houston, Texas. Mr. Markham also served in the U.S. Air Force reserves from 1991 to 2007. During his time in the reserves, he worked as a special agent in the Air Force Office of Special Investigations (AFOSI). He was assigned to and received extensive training with the counterintelligence group for much of his time at AFOSI. His expertise includes criminal investigations, fraud investigations, technology protection, counter-intelligence, and dignitary protection. During his time at AFOSI, he served in Turkmenistan, Afghanistan, Iraq, and Pakistan, among other locations. In 1996, Mr. Markham founded C.R. Markham and Associates, a private investigation firm that specializes in criminal and civil investigations, and manages this firm full-time today.

ABOUT HENLEY-PUTNAM UNIVERSITY

A leading educational institution in the field of Strategic Security, Henley-Putnam University offers accredited online Bachelor and Master of Science Degrees in Intelligence Management, Terrorism/Counterterrorism Studies, and Protection Management, and a Doctorate Degree Program in Strategic Security. Henley-Putnam prepares professionals in law enforcement, the military, intelligence, and private industry with skills and insights to advance their careers and protect the future. Committed to building a student/alumni network that serves its community, Henley-Putnam is an accredited member of DETC (www.detc.org) and offers 125+ courses taught by faculty from the CIA, FBI and other institutions. For more information on Henley-Putnam University, call 888-852-8746 or visit us online at www.henley-putnam.edu.

Henley-Putnam University to offer Doctorate in Strategic Security - Press Release

October 12, 2008 by Dagpotter · Comment
Filed under: training 

Our signature sponsor, Henley-Putnam University, announces a new degree program for a Doctorate in Strategic Security:

HENLEY-PUTNAM UNIVERSITY FIRST TO OFFER A DOCTORATE DEGREE PROGRAM IN STRATEGIC SECURITY

San Jose, CA, October 7, 2008 – Henley-Putnam University (www.Henley-Putnam.edu), a premier university for online higher education in the field of Strategic Security, is pleased to announce that it is now the first university to offer a Doctorate Degree Program in Strategic Security. Strategic Security is an emerging field of study that encompasses all aspects of Intelligence Management, Terrorism and Counterterrorism Studies, and Personal Protection.

The Doctorate in Strategic Security is for board room level leaders and managers (or their government or military equivalents) who oversee personnel who comprise the strategic security industry. Graduates will be able to coordinate effectively a wide range of strategic security resources and personnel, across multiple agencies if necessary, to produce timely, objective, and accurate intelligence and other security-related services. They will be able to communicate their information to top-level policy and decision makers clearly and coherently. Graduates will also be adept at managing assets and adjusting strategies in dynamic security environments.

“Henley-Putnam is privileged to be a part of history - the first University to offer a terminal degree in the Strategic Security industry,” said Dr. Michael Corcoran, President, Henley-Putnam University. “Covering the critical areas of protection, intelligence and counterterrorism, the Doctorate in Strategic Security prepares our country’s defense and safety experts for those critical managerial and policy-making level positions within the security industry. This degree will serve to advance careers, it will insure the required knowledge to maximize individuals’ vigilance, and it will foster the understanding necessary to develop critical teamwork that will produce the allegiance necessary for tomorrow’s future. Thus, this degree is essential for anyone looking to become a leader in the military, law enforcement, agency or corporate sector who wants to know how to develop and oversee successful preventative security applications.“

Additional information about Henley-Putnam’s Doctorate Degree Program in Strategic Security can be found at www.Henley-Putnam.edu.

ABOUT HENLEY-PUTNAM UNIVERSITY
Founded in August 2001, Henley-Putnam University is a leading educational institution in the field of Strategic Security. The University offers accredited online Bachelor and Master of Science Degrees in Intelligence Management, Terrorism/Counterterrorism Studies, and Protection Management, and a Doctorate Degree Program in Strategic Security. Henley-Putnam prepares law enforcement, military, intelligence community, and private industry professionals with the network, skills, and insights to advance in their careers and protect the future. Henley-Putnam University, which is committed to building a student and alumni network that will serve its community, is an accredited member of DETC (www.detc.org) and offers 125 courses taught by hands-on faculty members from renowned institutions such as the CIA and FBI. For more information on Henley-Putnam University, call 888-852-8746 or visit us online at www.Henley-Putnam.edu.

Henley-Putnam University to hosts free public teleconference on “The Best Kept Secret in Law Enforcement” - Press Release

September 19, 2008 by Dagpotter · Comment
Filed under: Editorial 

San Jose, California, September 18, 2008 – On Thursday, September 25, beginning at 10 A.M. (PST), NCIS special agent Henry Pataky, will share his thoughts on pursuing a career with the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) in this month’s Henley-Putnam University teleconference.

The teleconference will include topics such as:

1. An explanation of the NCIS mission. NCIS is a civilian federal law enforcement agency tasked with enforcing the criminal and counterintelligence regulations for the Department of the Navy (DoN), which includes the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Marine Corps. Its’ primary purpose is to protect the assets, military and civilian personnel and technologies, and the families of those within the DoN.
2. A discussion of the types of crimes and disciplines covered by NCIS agents.
3. A comparison of actual NCIS agents to their counterparts on the hit CBS TV show “NCIS.”
4. A conversation about Special Agent Pataky’s career along with his “War Stories” from the field.
5. A discussion about how one can become an NCIS special agent.

The Henley-Putnam monthly teleconference briefings are free to the public. Reservations can be made by calling 408-453-9900 ext. 9949. “The Best Kept Secret in Law Enforcement” with Henry Pataky will be live September 25 at 10:00 A.M. PST. Teleconferences are archived for free download on the University’s website: http://www.Henley-Putnam.edu/111-185.htm.