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This certificate program examines core topics in international and regional security. Students will be introduced to scholarly work on the sources of conflict, violence and security issues in the international arena, as well as literature on the resolution and mitigation of such conflicts. Students will apply theories and concepts of both interstate and intrastate conflict to important contemporary cases, and analyze the effectiveness of potential policy responses. This certificate program will prepare students for further graduate study in the fields of international relations, national security and international security, as well as related careers in the public and private sector. Where available, this certificate may be earned while completing the MA in international relations, MA in national security studies or as a stand-alone graduate certificate.
International and Regional Security Academic Programs
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This certificate may be earned while completing the MA in International Relations, MA in National Security Studies or as a stand-alone graduate certificate, where available.
MA in International Relations
Earn your degree with this flexible program that fits your life. Full-time, part-time, and online options are available.
MA in National Security Studies
Online learning format makes it possible to earn a degree no matter where you are, on a flexible schedule or while traveling.
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