Student Experience
At CARLSS, we believe learning extends beyond the classroom. Our vibrant community provides networking opportunities, professional development, and support services designed to enhance your educational journey.
Student Organizations
- CARLSS Student Association: Representing student interests and organizing community events
- Risk Management Club: Hosting industry speakers and case study competitions
- Cyber Security Interest Group: Practicing ethical hacking and defense techniques
- Forensic Investigations Society: Organizing mock investigations and crime scene analysis
- Women in Security Network: Supporting female professionals in security fields
Events & Activities
Events & Activities
- Annual Security Conference: Bringing together students, alumni, and industry leaders
- Career Fair: Connect with potential employers and explore job opportunities
- Professional Networking Events: Build relationships with industry practitioners
- Skills Workshops: Enhance your technical and soft skills through specialized training
- Guest Lecture Series: Learn from thought leaders and security innovators
Support Services
Support Services
- Academic Advising: Personalized guidance for program selection and academic progress
- Career Development: Resume building, interview preparation, and job placement assistance
- Technical Support: Assistance with learning platforms and digital resources
- Student Wellness Programs: Resources for maintaining work-study-life balance
- Mentorship Program: Connect with industry professionals and alumni
Facilities
Facilities
- Learning Resource Centre: Modern library with specialized loss, security and risk management materials
- Computer Labs: Equipped with industry-standard security software and simulation tools
- Collaborative Spaces: Areas designed for group projects and peer learning
- Mock Security Operations Centre: Practice real-world security monitoring and response
- Digital Forensics Lab: Specialized equipment for evidence collection and analysis
The CARLSS alumni
Community
Through Education
The CARLSS alumni community includes over 1,251+ loss, security and risk management professionals working across diverse sectors globally. Our alumni serve as ambassadors, mentors, and partners in the ongoing development of our programs.
Alumni Benefits
- Benefits
- Industry Engagement
- Employer Partnerships
- Continuous Professional Development
Alumni Benefits
- Continuing Education: Discounted rates for advanced programs and professional development
- Industry Updates: Regular briefings on emerging security trends and methodologies
- Networking Events: Exclusive gatherings for professional connection and collaboration
- Job Opportunities: Priority access to positions through our employer partners
- Research Involvement: Participate in CARLSS research initiatives and publications
CARLSS maintains strong connections with employers across:
- Corporate Security Departments
- Government Security Agencies
- Private Security Companies
- Risk Management Consultancies
- Technology Security Providers
- Financial Institutions
- Critical Infrastructure Organizations
Partner with CARLSS to:
- Recruit qualified graduates with specialized loss, security and risk management skills
- Develop customized training programs for your security team
- Collaborate on research addressing industry-specific challenges
- Participate in curriculum development to ensure relevance to market needs
- Sponsor student projects that address real organizational challenges
The Centre for Asset Risk, Loss and Security Studies (CARLSS), in partnership with the Institute of Chartered Loss Control & Private Security Management (ICLPSM), offers comprehensive professional development opportunities for security and loss professionals seeking to enhance their skills and stay current with industry trends.
Our CPD programs are designed to address the evolving challenges in loss control and private security management, drawing from the latest research and best practices in the field. For 2025, we offer various training formats including workshops, certificate courses, and specialized programs across multiple security domains including:
- Professional Standards, Guidelines and Principles Workshops
- Continuing Professional Development Program Workshops
- Post Graduate Certificate Courses
- Loss Control and Private Security Supervisors’ Courses
- Designated Specialized Area Certificate Courses
- Thematic Sector Refresher Workshops
- Conferences and Special Annual Events
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Welcome to our FAQs section! Here, we've compiled answers to some of the most common questions our users ask.
We have 2 options for fees. Option 1 : Debit Order , where fees are deducted from Bank into the institutions bank. Option 2: Cash Payment Method
Requirements for collection of Transcripts and Certificates are as follows: - 1. Certified copies of academic qualifications. 2. Certified copy of your ID 3. 3 Passport sized photos 4. Transcript fees are USD$10.00 per level and USD25.00 certificate Fee. The process takes 10 working days.
Yes we allow exemptions of modules if you have done something previously with another institution, you will fill out an application form and also attach copies of your certificates & transcripts. We allow a maximum of 6 exemptions (3) in Certificate level and 3 in Diploma level.
We have 12 exam centers across Zimbabwe namely Harare, Bulawayo, Chipinge, Mutare, Gweru, Gwanda, Bindura, Masvingo, Beitbridge, Chinhoyi, Chiredzi and Hwange.
For registration of exams we have a Student Portal 192.64.87.14 Where registration of exams is done. You are only allowed a Maximum of 7 modules for registration.
We have 2 semesters in a year. And 2 exam sittings which are May and November.
We allow you to write your exams on line which means you write the exams on the learning portal elearning.carlss.org By entering your student number and password which will be Issued to you at the time of your enrollment.
We have a eLearning portal elearning.carlss.org which we use for submission of assignments.
We are Open Distance learning method, which means you study on Line. Study material is available on our eLearning portal where you have access to the calendar of events, assignment cover page, modules, audios etc. We also provide WhatsApp eLearning groups. Where there is a lecturer available to take you right through to The time of writing your exams.
Entry Requirements are Math’s and English.
Yes, we do consider mature entry provided you are above 25 years Of age, and you will be required to provide a recommendation from Your employer and at least have 5 O’ Levels.
