Program Overview

Master of Science in Conflict Management

The Master of Science in Conflict Management (MSCM) program at Kennesaw State University provides a solid grounding in the theory, research, and practice skills necessary for managing conflict. The program's primary objective is to equip students with the knowledge and skills to understand the nature of conflict, facilitate its management, and design effective intervention procedures.

Program Overview

The MSCM program is designed to enhance students' credentials for career advancement in their existing work environment. The program focuses on understanding conflict from multiple disciplines, analyzing and researching conflict in organizational environments, and designing effective conflict intervention procedures.

Program Requirements

• Online Graduate Application: A non-refundable $60 application fee applies.
• Transcripts: Official transcripts from each college and/or university attended are required.
• Bachelor's degree: A minimum GPA of 2.75 from a regionally accredited college or university is necessary.
• Additional requirements include:
  • Statement of purpose outlining the purpose and goals for the MSCM and the potential use of the degree.
  • Two letters of recommendation addressing the applicant's potential for graduate study and use of the MSCM degree.
  • Resume or professional vitae.

Program Format and Duration

• Program Format: Face-to-Face
• Number of Credit Hours: 30 Total Hours
• Entry Terms: Fall
• Time to Complete: Two Years

Conflict Management Degree Benefits

The Conflict Management program at Kennesaw State University offers several benefits, including:

• Being part of one of the top 20 schools in the U.S. that students want to attend, as reported by U.S. News and World Report.
• Access to a wide range of career opportunities, with over 7,100 companies recruiting students and alumni from KSU in 2020.
• A field study and internship program, which is a hallmark of the MS in Conflict Management program.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Conflict Management degree program can pursue various career paths, including:

• Patient Care Advocate
• Diplomat
• Employee Relations Specialist
• Humanitarian Relief Specialist
• Child Advocate
• Juvenile Court Mediator
• Arbitrator
• Victim-Witness Advocate
• Crisis Negotiator
• Positions in the CIA, FBI, Homeland Security, and more.

Related Degrees and Programs

Related degrees and programs include:

• Integrated Global Communication, MA
• Business Administration, MBA
• Online Business Administration, MBA

School of Conflict Management, Peacebuilding, and Development

The School of Conflict Management, Peacebuilding, and Development at Kennesaw State University is dedicated to providing students with a comprehensive education in conflict management, peacebuilding, and development. The school's mission is to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to manage conflict effectively and promote peace and development in various contexts.