Program Overview
The Global Security, MA program is a fully online degree that equips students with analytical skills and critical thinking abilities to navigate complex security environments. The curriculum emphasizes strategic problem-solving, data analysis, interdisciplinary engagement, and adaptability. Graduates are prepared for careers in government, military, non-profit, and private sectors, including conflict resolution, consulting, intelligence, and policy analysis.
Program Outline
Global Security, MA
Degree Overview:
This fully online program aims to enhance career advancement opportunities in governmental, military, nonprofit, and private sectors. It equips students with the ability to critically evaluate international security issues through comprehensive training. The curriculum focuses on four primary objectives:
- Enabling innovative strategic thinking: Develop analytical skills for strategic and creative problem-solving in complex security environments.
- Developing analytical tools: Enhance the capability to assess diverse data sources, evaluate evidence, and construct sound arguments.
- Supporting critical interdisciplinary engagement: Encourage engagement with various theoretical perspectives and practical approaches across security-related disciplines.
- Encouraging flexible and resilient approaches: Cultivate adaptability and resourcefulness in tackling the multifaceted challenges of contemporary and future global security landscapes. The program's flexibility permits students to pursue the degree while working full-time or part-time and adjust their study pace based on individual needs. Additionally, the global reach allows participants from any location around the world to learn from renowned security specialists and seasoned scholars.
Outline:
The MA in Global Security comprises 30 credit hours, consisting of:
- Required Core (3 credit hours):
- GSC 501 War, Conflict and Security
- Electives or Research (24 credit hours):
- Eight electives chosen from a prescribed list
- Option for additional coursework with program approval
- Culminating Experience (3 credit hours):
Teaching:
The program utilizes the expertise of a world-class faculty composed of:
- Global thought leaders
- Seasoned practitioners
- Scholars from diverse security fields Students gain firsthand practical experience while engaging with academically rigorous curriculum and challenging, yet relevant coursework.
Careers:
Graduates acquire a deep understanding of critical global trends and develop advanced analytical skillsets. This prepares them for diverse career paths encompassing:
- Conflict zone and post-war reconstruction
- Consulting
- Global security intelligence (public and private sectors)
- Humanitarian and human rights work
- Policy analysis
- Regional affairs
- Risk assessment (public and private sectors)
- U.S. military advancement
Other:
- Accelerated program options are available with compatible bachelor's degrees in Global Studies, Political Science (B.A. & B.S.).
- Program benefits from the PLuS Alliance, offering collaborative opportunities with renowned international universities like King's College London and UNSW Sydney. This collaboration enhances global competency development and exposure to diverse academic content and teaching perspectives.
