National Security & Defense Courses and Certifications

The Aspen Institute

What Keeps You Up at Night, General? - National Security Threats and American Leadership

Former CIA director Petraeus and security expert Harman discuss pressing threats to national security, including ISIS, technological advancements, and challenges to American values and leadership on the global stage.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

The New Russian Empire? - Geopolitical Analysis and Sanctions Discussion

Experts discuss Russia's geopolitical ambitions, intelligence insights, and the impact of sanctions, offering a comprehensive analysis of Russia's current global position and strategies.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Fireside Chat with CIA Director William J. Burns

Insightful discussion with CIA Director William J. Burns on global intelligence challenges, national security, and geopolitical dynamics, moderated by NBC's Andrea Mitchell.

• YouTube
• 45 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Cryptocurrencies and National Security - The View from the SEC

Explore the intersection of cryptocurrencies and national security with SEC Chairman Gary Gensler, discussing regulatory challenges and potential impacts on financial systems and global security.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

SOCOM: Policing the World - Special Operations Forces in Global Crisis Response

Explore SOCOM's global role in crisis response and partner-nation capacity building with Commander Raymond Thomas, discussing Special Operations Forces' strategic importance in modern conflicts.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

America and the World - A Conversation with Former National Security Advisors

Former national security advisors discuss America's global role, foreign policy challenges, and strategic priorities in a thought-provoking conversation led by Nicholas Burns of the Aspen Strategy Group.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 39 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Astrum

What AI Can See From Space Is Troubling

Explore the capabilities of Sentient, a top-secret AI system using satellite data to make global predictions, and its potential implications for society and privacy.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

IT'S HISTORY

The Oklahoma City Federal Building: Gone, But Why?

Explore the tragic history of the Oklahoma City Federal Building bombing, its impact on national security, and the memorial that now stands in its place.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

DEFCONConference

There Are No Mushroom Clouds in Cyberwar - The Evolution of Cyber Warfare Strategy

Explore the evolution of cyberwarfare strategy, from Reagan-era misconceptions to modern defensive approaches, examining real-world impacts and the crucial role of private sector collaboration.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Trump, Ukraine, and the Future of Global Order

Explore the implications of Trump's policies, Ukraine's situation, and their collective impact on international relations with Professor Hal Brands in this thought-provoking talk on global order.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 11 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Food Security Is National Security

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Explore the critical link between food security and national security with experts discussing global challenges, innovative solutions, and policy implications.

• YouTube
• 37 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Future of Terrorism - Patterns, Trends, and Scientific Approaches

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Explore patterns and trends in modern terrorism over the past 50 years, examining data-driven insights to understand and potentially forecast future threats and developments.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Technology and National Security - A New Era of Innovation

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Experts discuss challenges in national security innovation, focusing on talent acquisition, digital transformation, and leveraging technology to address emerging threats.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

The Aspen Institute

Africa: The Next Hotbed of Terrorism?

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Explores the rise of terrorist groups across Africa, examining their impact on regional stability and global security. Experts discuss challenges and potential strategies to address this growing threat.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

World Economic Forum

All Geopolitics Is Local - Strengthening Global Collaboration While Delivering for Constituents

Explore how global leaders can balance rising sovereignty with international cooperation, featuring insights from top diplomats and policy experts on rebuilding trust in multilateral frameworks.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video