Overview
Post Graduate Diploma in Security Management at KUSOM
The Post Graduate Diploma in Security Management (PGDSM) is a postgraduate diploma program offered through Kathmandu University School of Management (KUSOM) under Kathmandu University (KU). KUSOM's academic history records the program from 2007, placing it among the School's postgraduate diploma offerings.
PGDSM forms part of KUSOM's academic work in management and security management. Its development also has an institutional collaboration context: in November 2007, KUSOM recorded collaborative work with the Centre for Security and Justice Studies to plan and deliver the Post Graduate Diploma in Security Management.
Admission, eligibility, curriculum, examinations, results, academic completion, and the postgraduate diploma award operate according to the applicable rules and regulations of Kathmandu University.
PGDSM at KUSOM: Quick Highlights
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Course: | Post Graduate Diploma in Security Management |
| Abbreviation: | PGDSM |
| Academic level: | Postgraduate diploma |
| School: | Kathmandu University School of Management |
| University: | Kathmandu University |
| Program history: | From 2007 |
| Academic area: | Security management |
| Academic governance: | Kathmandu University rules and regulations |
About the Post Graduate Diploma in Security Management
PGDSM is classified as a postgraduate diploma rather than a master's or research degree. Within KUSOM's academic history, postgraduate diploma programs form a distinct category alongside undergraduate, graduate, and research-degree programs.
The School records PGDSM from 2007. Post Graduate Diploma in Management was added later, in 2010. This distinction places PGDSM among the earlier postgraduate diploma programs developed within KUSOM.
Its focus on security management also gives it a separate academic identity from KUSOM's general management programs such as MBA, Executive MBA, and Post Graduate Diploma in Management.
Program Development and Institutional Collaboration
A specific collaboration connected with the development of PGDSM was recorded in November 2007 between KUSOM and the Centre for Security and Justice Studies.
The stated purpose of the collaboration was to plan and deliver the Post Graduate Diploma in Security Management.
This collaboration is part of KUSOM's wider record of academic and professional partnerships. It also provides institutional context for the introduction of security management as a postgraduate diploma area within the School.
Academic Position within KUSOM
KUSOM was established in August 1993 as the management School of Kathmandu University. Its institutional work is organized around four areas:
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Management education
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Management training and continuing learning
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Management consulting
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Management research
PGDSM belongs to the management education component of this structure while concentrating specifically on security management.
As a postgraduate diploma, it should be distinguished from master's-level and research-level qualifications at KUSOM. The qualification awarded is a postgraduate diploma under the applicable Kathmandu University academic framework.
Admission and Eligibility
Eligibility: Eligibility for the Post Graduate Diploma in Security Management follows the requirements prescribed for the program under Kathmandu University.
Admission: Application, admission, selection, and enrollment are governed by the applicable Kathmandu University rules and regulations.
KUSOM uses program-specific admission arrangements across its academic portfolio. Undergraduate, graduate, postgraduate diploma, and research programs should therefore be treated according to the requirements attached to the particular course rather than applying the admission conditions of one KUSOM program to another.
For PGDSM, this means that admission requirements used for MBA, Executive MBA, MPPM, MBE, MPhil, BBIS, or BBA should not be transferred to the security management diploma.
Curriculum and Academic Requirements
The PGDSM curriculum follows the academic structure prescribed for the program under Kathmandu University.
The course should not be treated as sharing the same curriculum with the Post Graduate Diploma in Management or any KUSOM master's program merely because they belong to the same School.
Program curriculum, registration, academic progression, assessment, and completion requirements are administered within the Kathmandu University academic system.
Examination and Results
PGDSM examinations and results follow the applicable rules and regulations of Kathmandu University.
The academic framework covers:
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Course registration
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Academic requirements
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Assessment
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Examination
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Academic progression
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Result administration
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Completion of prescribed requirements
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Postgraduate diploma award
Students are required to satisfy the academic conditions applicable to PGDSM before completing the program.
Academic Award
The program leads to the Post Graduate Diploma in Security Management within the Kathmandu University academic system.
The award is distinct from a master's degree or research degree. Students complete the requirements prescribed for the postgraduate diploma before the academic award is granted.
PGDSM and Other KUSOM Qualifications
KUSOM's academic structure includes qualifications at several levels. PGDSM should therefore be understood according to its specific postgraduate diploma status.
| Program | Qualification type |
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| Post Graduate Diploma in Security Management | Postgraduate diploma |
| Post Graduate Diploma in Management | Postgraduate diploma |
| Master of Business Administration | Master's degree |
| Executive MBA | Executive master's program |
| Master of Public Policy and Management | Master's degree |
| Master in Business and Economics | Master's degree |
| MPhil in Management | Research degree |
| PhD in Management | Research degree |
The distinction matters when considering admission, curriculum, academic requirements, and the qualification awarded. Each program follows its own academic structure within Kathmandu University.
KUSOM Placement and Professional Support
KUSOM's Placement Cell has operated since 2011 and supports undergraduate and postgraduate students through career and employer-related activities.
Its work includes:
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Circulation of vacancy information
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Company presentations
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Guest lectures
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Training and workshops
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Employer interaction
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Specialization-related sessions
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KUSOM Job and Internship Fair
The Placement Cell is managed by students under the leadership of a faculty coordinator. Its activities connect students with organizations and career-related information without guaranteeing employment or placement.
KUSOM Job and Internship Fair
The KUSOM Job and Internship Fair has been organized by the Placement Cell since 2011.
The event generally runs for one or two days depending on participation, with around 30 to 50 companies typically taking part each year. KUSOM also conducts employer presentations, guest lectures, training sessions, and workshops outside the annual fair.
These activities form part of the School's broader professional-support environment for its undergraduate and postgraduate student community.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the full form of PGDSM?
PGDSM stands for Post Graduate Diploma in Security Management.
Which institution offers PGDSM?
The program is offered through Kathmandu University School of Management under Kathmandu University.
When was PGDSM introduced at KUSOM?
KUSOM's program history records the Post Graduate Diploma in Security Management from 2007.
What level of qualification is PGDSM?
PGDSM is a postgraduate diploma. It is distinct from a master's degree such as MBA or MPPM and from research degrees such as MPhil and PhD.
Was another institution involved in the development of PGDSM?
KUSOM recorded a November 2007 collaboration with the Centre for Security and Justice Studies for collaborative actions to plan and deliver the Post Graduate Diploma in Security Management.
Who determines PGDSM eligibility?
Eligibility follows the applicable Kathmandu University requirements for the Post Graduate Diploma in Security Management.
Does PGDSM use the MBA admission process?
Admission requirements are program-specific. The admission process used for the MBA or another KUSOM course should not automatically be applied to PGDSM.
Who manages PGDSM examinations and results?
Assessment, examinations, results, academic progression, completion, and the postgraduate diploma award follow the applicable rules and regulations of Kathmandu University.
Is PGDSM the same as Post Graduate Diploma in Management?
No. Post Graduate Diploma in Security Management and Post Graduate Diploma in Management are separately identified postgraduate diploma programs within KUSOM's academic history.
Does KUSOM provide career-related support?
KUSOM has a Placement Cell that organizes vacancy circulation, employer interaction, company presentations, training, workshops, guest lectures, and the KUSOM Job and Internship Fair.
