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Military information Exchanges Advanced FSC Programme

The advanced module "Military information Exchanges" of the OSCE Forum for Security Co-operation Programme has been developed to increase the knowledge about the politico-military dimension of the organization, entailing the broad and diverse agenda of the Forum for Security and Co-operation (FSC).

Programme Overview

The advanced module "Military information Exchanges" of the Forum for Security Co-operation Programme has been developed to increase the knowledge of the OSCE participating States (pS), point of contacts in Capitals (POCs) and OSCE Executive Structures about the politico-military dimension of the organization, entailing the broad and diverse agenda of the Forum for Security and Co-operation (FSC).

The project's overall objective is to support the systemization of knowledge transfer to the delegates and national focal points in the capitals of the pS and verification centers about the broad agenda of the FSC.

If you have any questions, do not hesitate to reach out to us:

CONFLICT PREVENTION CENTRE / FSC SUPPORT UNIT
OFFICE: +43 1 514 36 6262
https://www.osce.org/forum-for-security-cooperation

What you will learn

  • How different military information exchange processes take place in practice
  • The responsible structures involved
  • The tools that are used, such as the arms control Information Management and Reporting System (iMARS)

Course curriculum

 The FSC in-depth: Advanced FSC Programme Military Information Exchanges

Consists of the following chapters:

  1. MIE Process
  2. Responsible Structures and Tools
  3. Global Exchange of Military Information (GEMI)
  4. Annual Exchange of Military Information
  5. Calendars and Points of Contact
  6. Constraining Provisions
  7. Defence Planning and Budgets
  8. Code of Conduct
  9. The Treaty on Conventional Armed Forces in Europe
  10. Open Skies Treaty
  11. Agreement on Sub-Regional Arms Control (Dayton Article IV)
  12. Anti-personnel Landmines
  13. Conventional Arms Transfers
  14. The OSCE Document on Small Arms and Light Weapons

Donors

Gratitude is extended to Austria, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Liechtenstein, Poland, Sweden and Switzerland, whose financial contributions supported the development of the "FSC Programme".

Frequently Asked Questions

How long will this course take?

All courses in the "FSC Programme" are entirely self-paced, meaning that you can log in to the OSCE E-Learning platform at any time and progress at your own speed to complete modules in no particular order. However, please note that the "FSC Programme" may have an end date, so it means you should complete it within the given timeframe.

Why is this course free?

All courses available on the OSCE E-Learning platform are free. We extend our gratitude and thank our organizational donors in Austria, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Liechtenstein, Poland, Sweden and Switzerland, whose financial contributions supported the "FSC Programme" development.

What language the course is available in?

For now, the course is available in English and Russian 

Are there any requirements and prerequisites?

No special skills or knowledge are required for the "FSC Programme". You can start with any course or even attempt the certificate assessment.

Can I receive the certificate?

Yes, after completion of the module and if you pass the certificate assessment - you will receive an official OSCE certificate of achievement or other acknowledgement (a "Certificate").

How does the Certificate assessment work?

There will be several quiz questions covering the course content. In total, you should score 70% or more to get the certificate. Please note:

  • You will get only one attempt per question;
  • Except for Correct/Incorrect - no further feedback is provided.
What if I fail the assessment?

Don't worry - you will get unlimited attempts to re-do the certificate assessment!

Can I learn using my mobile phone?

Yes. The Open edX platform works on desktop and mobile devices with current versions of Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Internet Explorer, or Safari. See our list of supported browsers for the most up-to-date information.

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