Geopolitics, Security Studies, and Strategic Affairs

STRATI’s courses in Geopolitics, Security, and Strategy integrate global political analysis, defense studies, and sustainability-linked security paradigms. The programs focus on equipping learners with analytical frameworks and policy tools to interpret regional conflicts, global power shifts, and the strategic challenges of the 21st century.

  1. One-Week Certificate Courses

(Introductory & Awareness Programs)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Fundamentals of Geopolitics and Global Power 1 Week Online Understand key geopolitical theories and global power transitions Analytical reasoning Quiz ₹2,500 / $30 Policy & media
National Security and Strategic Studies 1 Week Online Learn basics of national defense and strategic planning Security awareness Assignment ₹2,500 / $30 Civil services & defense
India’s Strategic Environment in the 21st Century 1 Week Online Examine India’s evolving regional and global security role Regional insight Report ₹2,500 / $30 Policy think tanks
Cybersecurity and Information Warfare 1 Week Online Understand cyber threats and digital defense mechanisms Cyber literacy Quiz ₹2,500 / $30 ICT & security
Climate Change, Conflict, and Security 1 Week Online Analyze how environmental stress drives global insecurity Systems thinking Case study ₹2,500 / $30 Sustainability & defense
  1. Two-Week Certificate Courses

(Applied & Analytical Programs)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Strategic Foresight and Security Risk Analysis 2 Weeks Online Learn forecasting and scenario-based security analysis Strategic thinking Simulation ₹3,500 / $40 Risk & intelligence
Maritime Security and Indo-Pacific Strategy 2 Weeks Online Study sea power, maritime disputes, and Indo-Pacific strategy Maritime analysis Paper ₹3,500 / $40 Regional security
Nuclear Strategy and Arms Control 2 Weeks Online Explore global non-proliferation regimes and deterrence theory Strategic deterrence Essay ₹3,500 / $40 Defense & diplomacy
Hybrid Warfare and Strategic Communication 2 Weeks Online Examine hybrid threats, propaganda, and information control Analytical skills Case study ₹3,500 / $40 Security analysis
Regional Conflicts and Peacebuilding 2 Weeks Online Assess conflict dynamics in South Asia, West Asia, and beyond Conflict analysis Report ₹3,500 / $40 Peace & security
  1. One-Month Certificate Courses

(Professional and Thematic Programs)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Advanced Geopolitical Analysis 1 Month Online Learn frameworks for geopolitical mapping and global power analysis Regional expertise Capstone ₹7,000 / $85 Strategic research
Global Security Challenges and Threat Perception 1 Month Online Study terrorism, cyber, energy, and migration security issues Risk assessment Paper ₹7,000 / $85 Defense & policy
Intelligence, Surveillance, and Security Policy 1 Month Online Understand intelligence analysis and national security mechanisms Security strategy Assignment ₹7,000 / $85 Intelligence services
Strategic Communications and Psychological Operations 1 Month Online Explore influence operations and media strategies Communication & policy Simulation ₹7,000 / $85 Media & diplomacy
Defense Policy and National Security Strategy 1 Month Online Learn defense planning and strategic doctrine development Policy design Case study ₹7,000 / $85 Military & policy
  1. Three-Month Certificate Courses

(Advanced and Applied Strategic Programs)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Advanced Strategic Studies and Defense Policy 3 Months Online Explore advanced theories of war, deterrence, and national defense Strategic analysis Dissertation ₹12,000 / $150 Defense & governance
Regional Security Complex Theory and Global Order 3 Months Online Analyze security interdependence in regional systems Geostrategic mapping Report ₹12,000 / $150 Think tanks & academia
Cybersecurity Governance and Digital Warfare 3 Months Online Study cybersecurity frameworks, AI defense, and information dominance Cyber defense Project ₹12,000 / $150 ICT & national security
Energy Security and Strategic Resources 3 Months Online Understand global energy geopolitics and supply chain security Resource analysis Paper ₹12,000 / $150 Energy & policy sector
Space and Technology in Modern Warfare 3 Months Online Explore the militarization of space and dual-use technologies Tech policy Capstone ₹12,000 / $150 Defense technology
  1. Six-Month Diploma Courses

(Comprehensive Strategic Leadership and Defense Analysis Programs)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Diploma in Geopolitics and Strategic Affairs 6 Months Online Master global power analysis, strategic theory, and security policy Strategic analysis Dissertation ₹27,000 / $320 Policy & defense
Diploma in National Security and Defense Policy 6 Months Online Study national strategy, crisis response, and intelligence systems Security leadership Project ₹27,000 / $320 Civil & defense sectors
Diploma in Cybersecurity and Information Warfare 6 Months Online Gain applied skills in digital defense, AI security, and cyber law Cyber operations Capstone ₹27,000 / $320 ICT & intelligence
Diploma in Energy, Environment, and Security Policy 6 Months Online Analyze the geopolitics of resources and sustainability challenges Policy synthesis Dissertation ₹27,000 / $320 Energy diplomacy
Diploma in Peace, Conflict, and Strategic Mediation 6 Months Online Learn conflict prevention, peace negotiations, and diplomacy Mediation practice Capstone ₹27,000 / $320 UN & peace institutions

Common Features Across All Courses

  • STRATI-certified, sustainability-aligned strategic studies programs
  • Interdisciplinary approach linking geopolitics, technology, and environmental security
  • Designed for policy professionals, researchers, media analysts, and defense scholars
  • Incorporates real-world case studies, simulations, and scenario planning
  • Collaboration with defense research centers, think tanks, and academic partners
  • Part of STRATI’s Global Security and Strategy Network (GSSN)
  • Focus on India’s strategic partnerships and regional leadership
  • Placement and research collaboration opportunities
  • Pathway to STRATI Advanced Diplomas and Research Fellowships