Learn more about Emerging Security Issues, the Marshall Center's fourth and final resident course of 2026, from Tim Dreifke, Ed.D., college dean, and German Army Col. Oskar Baumeister, course director. Moderated by Yevgeniya Gaber, Marshall Center professor, the discussion explores the course curriculum, module offerings, participation options, tuition, the application process, and the value of attending a Marshall Center resident course for security professionals and their organizations.

ESI, a seven-week course designed for junior- to mid-level professionals ready to operate at the intersection of strategy, space, technology, and geopolitics, will take place at the Marshall Center from Sept. 21 to Nov. 6.

11:43 | Start
12:46 | Marshall Center Resident Course Program Overview
19:45 | Skills-Based Training for Security Professionals
21:14 | Emerging Security Issues Course Overview
27:31 | Who Should Apply for ESI?
28:40 | Defense, Industry, and the Transatlantic Industrial Readiness Program
32:30 | Practical Exercises and Strategic Outcomes
35:18 | Flexible Participation: One Week or All Seven
35:45 | Marshall Center Resident Courses in 2027
38:05 | Tuition and Participation Costs
39:20 | Why Apply for Emerging Security Issues?
40:25 | The Value of Learning at the Marshall Center