Risk has become one of the defining features of modern society. Almost daily, we are preoccupied with assessing, discussing, or preventing a wide variety of risks. It is a cornerstone notion for businesses and organizations, but also for nation states and their many levels of government. And even for individuals, risk and the avoidance or embracing thereof, is a key theme.
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Universiteit Leiden
LDE Centre for Safety and Security

Risk in Modern Society
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2 hours to complete
Welcome & Risk in Modern Society
2 hours to complete
4 videos (Total 20 min), 5 readings, 1 quiz
2 hours to complete
Managing Risk
2 hours to complete
6 videos (Total 37 min), 4 readings, 1 quiz
4 hours to complete
Risk Perception
4 hours to complete
6 videos (Total 37 min), 5 readings, 1 quiz
2 hours to complete
Modern-day Risks: Global Challenges
2 hours to complete
8 videos (Total 45 min), 4 readings, 1 quiz
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- 4 stars21.80%
- 3 stars1.06%
- 2 stars0.53%
TOP REVIEWS FROM RISK IN MODERN SOCIETY
by JBDec 30, 2020
This course was very informative. It went in a direction I totally did not expect. Really gave me a lot to envision and think about, and have some kind of insight into.
by VRNov 28, 2022
This was a great learning experience. Looking forward to applying this knowledge. Thank you.
Vic
by GGMay 11, 2021
very well organized course, interesting topics and clear lectures. I definitely recommend it
by PMFeb 23, 2023
Very Informative
Very revealing
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