FINCENTFinnish

Defence ForcesInternational Centre

COURSE CATALOGUE2009

Finnish Defence ForcesInternational Centre

COURSE CATALOGUE 2009

Welcome to FINCENT............................................2

General Information.............................................3

Courses......................................................4

The Finnish Centre of Expertise in Comprehensive Crisis Management...............24

Contact Information...........................................25

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players in crisis management; the military, Police, Customs, Border Guard, IO’s and NGO’s are trained together prior to deployment.

Our activities will become more effective thanks to a new network-based and virtual instruction system, and we will also expand the use of Advanced Distributed Learning (ADL) in teaching. We will continue and develop the use of Mobile Education and Training Teams (METT) by sending them out to support other international training centres in different countries or groups of countries. Our effectiveness is based on experienced instructors from other Nordic countries, different universities and similar institutions, contracted specialists who are experts in their own field and professionals coming directly from ongoing operations.

During 2009, FINCENT will organize approximately 40 different courses in Finland and some additional courses abroad, such as in the Balkans and Africa. Until recently, some 5,000 students from 72 different countries have participated in our high-level UN, NORDCAPS, NATO, NATO/PFP and EU courses.

We invite you to browse through our course catalogue and to attend our efficient courses. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary prerequisites for the international duties that await you in the future.

Mauri KoskelaColonelCommandant

WELCOME TO THE FINNISH DEFENCE FORCES INTERNATIONAL CENTRE (FINCENT)Finland has been an active and respected actor in military crisis management for over 50 years. The first United Nations (UN) peace- keepers were sent to the Middle-East in 1956. Since then, Finland has participated in over 30 different operations mandated by the UN, EU, NATO and the OSCE.

The Finnish Defence Forces International Centre (FINCENT) is a centre of competence for training and education in military crisis management. Our predecessor, the United Nations Training Centre was established in 1969, directly under the Ministry of Defence. Later, the Centre became a part of the Defence Forces at the beginning of 2001. The status of NATO/PfP Training Centre was given to FINCENT that same year. Our vision is to be a leading national training centre among the Nordic countries and in the whole of Europe. A very vital part of our training will be conducted within the framework of the Nordic Coordinated Arrangement for Military Peace Support (NORDCAPS).

Our centre was relocated to new premises on the 1st of June 2008. It is now situated in the Greater Helsinki area in Hyrylä in Tuusula, which is a 30-minute drive from the Helsinki International Airport. The facilities consist of a main building (Headquarters and Course Building), the Student’s Hotel and accommodation facilities for instructors. The Centre is able to accommodate altogether 76 students and instructors.

FINCENT hosts three types of courses. The first type will mainly consist of courses traditionally seen as FINCENT’s area of expertise, such as the United Nations Military Observer Course (UNMOC). A second type of courses are held in cooperation with other national and international actors and training centres. Such a course is the NATO/PFP operational staff officer’s course (M3-45), held together with the NATO School. A third category of courses are proposed by outside parties and tailored and implemented by FINCENT. Together with Crisis Management Centre Finland (CMC Finland), who is responsible for the training of civilian crisis management experts, FINCENT has established a “Centre of Expertise in Comprehensive Crisis Management”. Under its umbrella, all the key

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FINCENTFinnish Defence Forces International Centre(FINCENT) since 2001; formerly the UN TrainingCentre, founded in 1969. NATO/PfP Training andEducation Centre (PTC) since 2001.

THE MAIN TASKS OF THE CENTRE

Arranging and hosting national and international seminars, courses and exercises for the UN, NORDCAPS, the EU, NATO and NATO/PfP.Supporting Finnish civilian crisis management efforts.Conducting research and development projects on peace support operations. Sending Finnish officers to participate in courses abroad.Cooperating with international and national civilian and military partner organizations.

LOCATION AND FACILITES

FINCENT provides excellent training facilities for courses in Tuusula, which is located 30 kilometres from Helsinki.

HQ and Course BuildingHigh tech auditorium, seating 150 persons4 classrooms with 20 seats eachEDP-classroom with 20 seatsPSO gaming classroom with 20 seatsLibrary with reader’s cornerReceptionOffice facilities

Students’ HotelAccommodation for 56 personsLounges with kitchens facilitiesWell equipped gymLaundry facilitiesSauna

Training AreaTraditional and very high-level courses, such as the United Nations Military Observer Course (UNMOC), will be arranged partly in Niinisalo, as the terrain there has proven to be excellent for the demanding observer exercises.

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UNMOCNORDCAPS United Nations Military Observer Course

Course periodsUNMOC I (FIN.1137.38) 11–29 May 2009 UNMOC II (FIN.1137.39) 10–28 August 2009UNMOC III (FIN.1137.40) 9–27 November 2009

Purpose of the courseTo prepare officers for service as MILITARY OBSERVERS in any UN mission and particularly for current UN operations.

ContentsOrganizations, past and present Peace Support Operations (PSO)Observer and monitoring duties, emphasis on reporting proceduresPolitical, social, religious and other factors prevailing in the mission areasOther abilities to enable the individual officer to carry out the tasks that may be given to him / her immediately following his / her arrival in the mission areaClimatic, topographical and environmental factors under which service may have to be conducted

Courses last three weeks and are run by Staff (Finland) and Instructors (Denmark, Finland,Norway and Sweden), including some 15 personnel altogether. During the first week students gaina basic knowledge of Peace Support Operations (PSO) and theoretic information on observer duties. In the second week they focus on performing as observers, learn how to use an interpreter,negotiate and mediate, and finally, in the third week their skills are tested in a field exercise. On weekends the students become familiarised with local culture on short trips in Finland.

A course has 50 seats, of which most are reserved for Nordic students and the rest for other students from all over the world. Over the years, 67 nations and 4,027 students have participated in UNMOC courses.

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Student criteriaProfessionally trained with working experience of at least six years (Captain to Lieutenant Colonel)Ability to understand, speak and write in the English language at level 2 according to STANAG 6001A valid driver’s licensePhysically fitBasic knowledge of computersThe working language is English

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NSO M3-45NATO/Partner/MD Operational Staff Officer Course

Course PeriodNSO M3-45-A-09 (ACT.173) 2–20 March 2009

Purpose of the CourseTo train officers to function at entry level in a NATO-led multinational HQ conducting Peace Support Operations (PSO). On-the-job training will still be required in order for the graduate to be able to function effectively in a combined and joint environment.

CriteriaThis course is applicable to personnel from NATO, PfP or MD nations involved in operational planning in the NATO environment. The course is structured around 3 modules with an underlying package of practice in operational staff work with emphasis on an understanding of the Operational Planning Process (OPP) and its applicability at all levels in operations.

Military officers or civilian equivalents from PfP/ MD and NATO nations of OF-3 (Major) or OF-4 (Lieutenant Colonel) rank, although (OF-2) (Captain) and OF-5 (Colonel) ranks will be accepted for appropriate job positions.

Officers/civilians (see above) assigned or selected for assignment to:

A NATO-led multinational Joint Headquarters.A national field headquarters operating under a NATO Headquarters.The staff of defence colleges with functional responsibility in this area.

ContentsThe course provides an insight into NATO involvement in operations across the spectrum, and especially in Peace Support Operations. The course will prepare students in order for them to later be able to work in NATO HQs and staffs and implement the Operational Planning Process in current NATO operations.

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EUCLCNORDCAPS Coordination, Liaison and Cooperation Course for European Union Operations

Course periodsEUCLC I (FIN.2732.7) 16–27 February 2009EUCLC II (FIN.2732.9) 12–23 October 2009

Purpose of the courseTo prepare nationally trained officers for coordination, liaison and cooperation tasks in Peace Support Operations (PSO) and Military Operations Other Than War (MOOTW). To develop and improve the working skills of the individual student with emphasis on coordination, liaison and cooperation, in order to enhance interoperability.

ContentsIntroduction to EU arrangements and structures as a common base for the performance of CLC, including practical exercises.Lessons learned from CLC work, based on experience from PSOs.The CLC in between the military component, different civilian components and together with the various parties involved in a conflict.

Operational and administrative principles to be adopted when establishing and conducting CLC tasks.

Reports and reportingBriefing and debriefing

Principles for negotiation and mediation include the use of an interpreter.

Knowledge related to military crisis managementMedia awarenessGender issuesTraffickingStress management

Student criteriaProfessionally trainedRank from Warrant Officer to MajorEnglish at level 3332 (STANAG 6001)Basic knowledge of computersOpen to EU membersThe working language is English.

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NATO PfPCLCNORDCAPS NATO/PfP Coordination, Liaison and Cooperation Course

Course periodNATO PfPCLC (FIN2732.8) 8–19 June 2009

Purpose of the courseTo prepare nationally trained officers for coordination, liaison and cooperation tasks in Peace Support Operations (PSO) and Military Operations Other Than War (MOOTW). To develop and improve the working skills of the individual student with emphasis on coordination, liaison and cooperation in order to enhance interoperability.

ContentsIntroduction to NATO arrangements and structures as a common base for the performance of CLC, including practical exercises.Lessons learned from CLC work, based on experience from PSOs.CLC between the military component, different civilian components and together with the various parties involved in a conflict.Operational and administrative principles to be adopted when establishing and conducting CLC asks.Reports and reportingBriefing and debriefing

Principles for negotiation and mediation include the use of an interpreter.

Knowledge related to military crisis managementMedia awareness Gender issuesTraffickingStress management

Student criteriaProfessionally trainedRank from Warrant Officer to MajorEnglish at level 3332 (STANAG 6001)Basic knowledge of computersOpen to NATO/PfP membersThe working language is English.

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NATO PfPCMCNATO/PfP Civil Military Cooperation Course

Course periods

NATO PfPCMC I (FIN6.16) 2–6 February 2009NATO PfPCMC II (FIN6.17) 14–18 December 2009USCMC 14–18 September 2009

Purpose of the courseTo provide tools for CIMIC work especially for persons who will be working in CIMIC positions in the ISAF, KFOR and EUFOR operations. Lessons, exercises and field experience are mainly based on these operations.

ContentsIntroduction to CIMIC definitions and structuresKnowledge related to CIMIC workLessons learned from CIMIC work, based on experiences from PSOsPractical exercisesLessons learned from ISAF PRT’s

Student criteriaCompany and battalion levelEnglish at level 3332 (STANAG 6001)

Other informationThe course is established to meet the needs of CMC personnel at tactical level.The working language is English.

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NATO PfPCISNORDCAPS NATO/PfP Communication and Information Systems Course

Course periodNATO PfPCIS (FIN2726.12) 30 November–4 December

Purpose of the courseTo provide basic information for signal officers concerning multinational operations and to enable and prepare them

To act in PfP and CIS environmentsTo participate in PfP exercisesTo serve as signal officers in multinational PSOsTo have a better understanding of the international CIS environment for later duties in their home country or abroadTo familiarize participants with the CIS system of the Nordic Brigade

Student CriteriaEnglish at level 3332 (STANAG 6001)Signal branch backgroundRank from Lieutenant to Captain (Major)Ideal for students with no experience of previous PSO/MNOs

Other InformationThe course concentrates on tactical (G6/S6) and unit level multinational communications (Brigade, Battalion and Company).The working language is English.

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MEC, MEC CO, PSOTCMilitary English Course, Military English Course for Commanding Officers and Nominated Defence Attachés, Peace Support Operations Terminology Course

Course periodsMEC I/2009 2 January–19 February 2009MEC 2/2009 9 February–8 April 2009MEC 3/2009 6 April–4 June 2009MEC 4/2009 17 August–15 October 2009MEC 5/2009 5 October–3 December 2009 MEC CO Spring 2009 PSOTC 8–10 December 2009

Purpose of the coursesMEC – a blended learning course including distancelearning and instructor-led periods.MEC CO – a blended learning course including distancelearning and a instructor-led period.PSOTC – proficiency in spoken, written andprofessional military English, understanding ofmilitary terminology.

Course contentsThe main focus of MEC is on enhancing students’ language skills in preparation for duties in crisis management or international tasks. The course focuses on the use of general language and language needed by military personnel in meetings, briefings and other situations and includes among other things translation, preparation for language tests, communication and pronunciation exercises. The main focus of PSOTC is on military terminology, military operational language and operational planning process terminology.

Student criteriaStaff Officers / Military ObserversPlanned task in mission year 2009 - 2010Good knowledge of EnglishPersistent ability for independent work

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MILOBSMilitary Observers Seminar

Seminar periodMILOBS 22–23 January 2009

Purpose of the seminarTo give Finnish military observers an operational update on the situation in their respective mission. The seminar prepares the observers and their spouses for their year as UN Military Observers.

ContentsLectures, syndicate work and discussions on the UNMO mission where Finland is a Troop Contributing Nation.

Student criteriaAssigned MILOBS and their spouses are called annually by the Pori Brigade.

Other InformationInstructors have recent experience of the aforementioned operations or are specialists on the local conditions.

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KLTKey Leader Training Seminar

Seminar periodKLT 12–16 January 2009

Purpose of the seminarTo give senior Finnish military personnel an operational update on the situation in their respective mission. The seminar also provides an update on the support provided by the Pori Brigade to the respective Finnish contingent in personnel, administrative and logistics support matters.

ContentsLectures, syndicate work and practical exercises with focus on ISAF, KFOR and other ongoing operations.

Student CriteriaBased on manning lists, officers are called annually by the Pori Brigade.

Other InformationInstructors are from the aforementioned operations, they are specialists in local conditions and/or represent the personnel, training and logistic branch of the Pori Brigade.

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BALMOCNORDCAPS Military Observer Course in Western Balkans

Course periodBALMOC Montenegro 14 September–2 October 2009

Course locationMontenegro

Purpose of the courseTo prepare officers for service as Military Observers in any UN mission and particularly for current UN operations.

ContentsObserver duties and reporting proceduresClimatic, geographical and environmental circumstances in the UN mission areasTransport, first aidSocial, religious and other factorsOrganizations of some Peace Support Operations (PSO)Combination of theory and practise.

Courses last three weeks, and are run by Staff (Finland) and Instructors (Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden), some 15 personnel altogether. In the first week students gain a basic knowledge of Peace Support Operations (PSO), theoretic information on observer duties, in the second week they focus on performing as observers, learn how to use an interpreter, negotiate and mediate, and finally in the third week their skills are tested in a field exercise. A course has 40 seats, of which six are reserved for each of the Western Balkan States: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Macedonia, Montenegro and Serbia.

Student criteriaProfessionally trained with working experience of at least six years (Captain to Lieutenant Colonel)Ability to speak, understand and write in the English language at level 2 according to NATO STANAG 6001 A valid driver’s licencePhysically fitBasic knowledge of computersThe working language is English, no interpretation is provided.

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CHAPLAIN COURSE

Course periodChaplain Course 9–13 March 2009

Purpose of the course To increase the readiness and capability of Finnish chaplains to participate in international crisis management operations as part of a national and international military organisation.

ContentsFamiliarisation with crisis management operationsDebriefingFacing multiculturalism The role and duties of the chaplain in special situations

Student criteriaThe ecclesiastical branch of the Defence Forces is responsible for student selections. The course is part of the training of chaplains serving within the Defence Forces.

Other informationFINCENT has planned this course in accordance with the requirements set by the ecclesiastical branch.

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EU, NATO and UN ORIENTATIONEuropean Union, NATO and United Nations Orientation Course

Course period14–17 April 2009

Purpose of the course The purpose of the course is to train participants in EU, NATO and UN activities in crisis management operations.

ContentsThe focal point of the training lies in military planning and decision-making as well as in cooperation between civilians and the military directed by organisations.

Student criteriaProfessionally trained civilians and military personnelRank from Warrant Officer to Lieutenant Colonel (military)English at level 3332 (STANAG 6001)Open to NATO/PfP members

Other Information The working language is English.

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HSCHuman Security Course

Course periodHSC 21–23 April 2009

Purpose of the courseTo introduce the concept of Human Security both as a theoretical concept of security and as a tool in crisis management and peace building.To provide an understanding of how the HS (Human Security) concept is related to the traditional definition of security.

ContentsIntroduction to basic documents and studies on human security. The concept of human security and its applications in crisis management will be approached through the cycle of a crisis management operation. The rationale behind this approach is comprehensiveness: the application of the HS concept in a crisis management operation starts from the strategic level i.e. the planning level and ends with an evaluation of the operation, after which the operation is continued or further international presence in a country is covered by, for instance, the UN and its specialised agencies.The situation in Afghanistan provides a framework for training.

Knowledge related to military crisis managementHuman rights Gender issuesLegal mattersMilitary planning process

Student criteriaProfessionally trained (civilians and military)Rank from Major to Colonel (military)English at level 3332 (STANAG 6001)Basic knowledge of computersOpen to EU members and TCN of ISAF

Other Information The working language is English.

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ICMIntegrated Crisis Management Course

Course periodICM 5–9 October 2009

Purpose of the courseThe course aims to familiarise participants with the integrated approach of crisis management with specific regard to the interaction of civilian and military actors.

Student CriteriaCivilian or military experts, such as Political Advisors, Development Advisors, Police Advisors, Heads and Deputy Heads of Offices, Executive Directors with experience of crisis management and peace building missionsCurrently working in a crisis area or prospective participants in future missionsGood comprehension of English

Other informationThe course is conducted in cooperation with Crisis Management Centre Finland (CMC Finland) within the framework of the Centre of Expertise in Comprehensive Crisis Management.

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OCC E&FSHAPE OCC E&F Evaluator Training Course

Course period SHAPE OCC E&F Autumn 2009

Purpose of the course The aim of the course is to familiarise participants with NATO’s interoperability requirements and evaluation processes. On completion of the course participants should understand how to use the Military Tasks for Interoperability during evaluations. In addition the participants should have the necessary skills to plan and conduct an evaluation and to write evaluation reports.

Student CriteriaCourse candidates should be at OF-3/4 or OR-6/7 level, with current or anticipated involvement in national training-evaluation programmes. The language requirement is SLP 3232 in accordance with STANAG 6001.

Other informationOn completion, candidates are expected to be available to participate in at least one evaluation activity within the following two years.

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NATO PfPLOGNATO/PfP Logistics Course

Course periodNATO/PfPLOG (FIN1134.14) 23 -28 August 2009

Course locationLahti (Logistics School / Häme Regiment)

Purpose of the courseTo educate PfP and NATO officers to function in a NATO-led multinational HQ conducting a Peace Support Operation (PSO) and in a logistics detachment.To familiarize Staff Officers with NATO logistics procedures in PSOs at tactical level in order to enable them to be assigned within a multinational battalion/brigade HQ or a logistics unit.

ContentsOn completion of the course the students should:

Have a basic knowledge of the NATO military structureUnderstand current NATO policy and doctrine for PSO´sUnderstand the command and control structure and procedures in a NATO-led PSOUnderstand current NATO logistic structure and procedures in NATO-led PSOsKnow the staffing and basic duties of the G4 section of a Multinational Brigade/Task Force (MNBDE/MNTF) as well as the tasks of the Multinational Logistics DetachmentBe familiar with the bilateral or multinational agreements guiding or demanding cost sharing and the use of logistic unitsBe familiar with the deployment planning of a battalion-size stand-by-force including the establishment of logistics procedures

Student criteriaPreferably no previous experience from PSO in logistics tasksAbility to speak, understand and write the English language at level 2 according STANAG 6001Military officers or civilian equivalents in ranks of OF-1 (Lieutenant) to OF-3 (Major), although OF-4 (Lieutenant Colonel) will be accepted from NATO and PfP-countries for appropriate job positions.

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METTMobile Education and Training Teams

FINCENT will conduct courses run by Mobile Education and Training Teams at requested locations.

Education and training topics are:Civil-Military CooperationMilitary Observer TrainingEstablishment of PSO Training CentresOther crisis management-related issues

TAILORED COURSESFINCENT is a reliable counterpart in providing tailored courses and expertise for different international groups.

Courses can be organized using Training Modules. Courses can be organized within the framework of the Finnish Centre of Expertise in Comprehensive Crisis Management.

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FINCENT COURSES2009Finnish Defence Forces International Centre conducts the following courses:

Key Leader Training Seminar KLT 12–16 January

Military Observers SeminarMILOBS 22–23 January

Military English CourseMEC I/2009 2 January–19 FebruaryMEC 2/2009 9 February–8 AprilMEC 3/2009 6 April–4 JuneMEC 4/2009 17 August–15 OctoberMEC 5/2009 5 October–3 December MEC CO Spring 2009

Peace Support Operations Terminology CoursePSOTC 8–10 December

Civil Military Cooperation CourseNATO PfPCMC I (FIN6.16) 2–6 FebruaryNATO PfPCMC II (FIN6.17) 14–18 DecemberUSCMC 14–18 September

NORDCAPS Coordination, Liaison and Cooperation Course for European Union OperationsEUCLC I (FIN.2732.7) 16–27 FebruaryEUCLC II (FIN.2732.9) 12–23 October

Integrated Crisis Management CourseICM 5–9 October

Human Security Course HSC 21–23 April

NATO/Partner/MD Operational Staff Officer CourseNSO M3-45-A-09 (ACT.173) 2–20 March 2009

EU, NATO and UN Orientation 14–17 April

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Chaplain Course 9–13 March

NORDCAPS United Nations Military Observer CourseUNMOC I (FIN.1137.38) 11–29 May UNMOC II (FIN.1137.39) 10–28 AugustUNMOC III (FIN.1137.40) 9–27 November

NORDCAPS NATO/PfP Coordination, Liaison and Cooperation CourseNATO PfPCLC (FIN2732.8) 8–19 June

NORDCAPS Military Observer Course in Western BalkansBALMOC Montenegro 14 September–2 October

NORDCAPS NATO/PfP Communication and Information Systems Course NATO PfPCIS (FIN2726.12) 30 November–4 December

NATO/PfP Logistics CourseNATO/PfPLOG (FIN1134.14) 23–28 August

SHAPE OCC E&F Evaluator Training CourseSHAPE OCC E&F Autumn 2009

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THE FINNISH CENTRE OF EXPERTISE IN COMPREHENSIVE CRISIS MANAGEMENTThe Finnish Defence Forces International Centre (FINCENT) and Crisis Management Centre Finland (CMC Finland) established the Finnish Centre of Expertise in Comprehensive Crisis Management in June 2008. Its core tasks are the development of civil-military relations and coordination in crisis management both for national crisis management capacity building and international crisis management missions.

The Finnish Centre of Expertise is based on a shared campus principle were responsibility is shared between FINCENT and CMC Finland, both of which continue to function in their capacity of independent governmental institutions. The goal is to create a clear framework for the cooperation that already exists between these two institutions.

The Finnish Centre of Expertise in Comprehensive Crisis Management endeavours to develop common and shared training in crisis management as well as to promote an overall understanding of comprehensive crisis management. Its tasks also include research, publishing and seminar activities. The Integrated Crisis Management Course and Human Security course will be organised within the framework of the Finnish Centre of Expertise in Comprehensive Crisis Management in 2009.

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CONTACT INFORMATION

FINCENTP.O.BOX 1

FI-04301 TuusulaFinland

Phone: +358 9 181 62530 +358 9 181 62111 Fax: +358 9 181 62505 E-mail: fincent@fincent.fi studentadmin@fincent.fi Homepage: www.fincent.fi