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Conflict Analysis and Resolution, MS

George Mason University
Malta , Malta
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Masters
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International Relations | Political Sciences and Civics | Sociology
Area of study
Social Sciences
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English
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Program Overview

This professional Master's program prepares students for careers in conflict analysis and resolution. Graduates may work in a variety of settings, such as businesses, government agencies, religious groups, and international organizations. The program offers a range of concentrations, including Social Justice Advocacy and Activism, Dynamics of Violence, and Peacebuilding. Students complete required courses, a concentration, electives, an internship, and a thesis or directed readings.

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Degree Overview:

This professional program prepares students for practice and further academic work by integrating conflict analysis and resolution theory, research, and practical techniques. Participants study the theory, methods, and ethical perspectives of the field, and apply this knowledge in laboratory simulations and workshops, internships, and field practice. Graduates work in a variety of settings where conflict resolution is useful and interest groups are in conflict with current and emergent public policy. Examples are businesses, unions, government agencies, religious groups, court systems, educational institutions, community centers, international relief and development organizations, and consulting firms.

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Required Courses:

  • Introductory Course: CONF 600 Foundations of Conflict Analysis and Resolution (6 credits) - Students must take this course in the first semester.
  • Conflict Inquiry: CONF 610 Conflict Inquiry (3 credits) or CONF 660 Conflict Assessment and Program Evaluation (3 credits)
  • Conflict Praxis: CONF 657 Facilitation Skills (3 credits) and at least 3 credits of CONF 625 Engaging Conflict.
    • Additional credits of CONF 625 Engaging Conflict will count as electives.

Concentrations:

  • Social Justice Advocacy and Activism (SJAA): 12 credits from a list of courses including CONF 651, CONF 658, CONF 682, CONF 706, CONF 721, CONF 722, CONF 723, CONF 728, CONF 733, CONF 747, CONF 756.
  • Dynamics of Violence (DYNV): 12 credits from a list of courses including CONF 653, CONF 654, CONF 702, CONF 706, CONF 707, CONF 720, CONF 723, CONF 730, CONF 751, CONF 754, CONF 758.
  • Inclusive Conflict Engagement (ICEN): 12 credits from a list of courses including CONF 650, CONF 651, CONF 653, CONF 658, CONF 682, CONF 702, CONF 704, CONF 706, CONF 707, CONF 708, CONF 720, CONF 721, CONF 722, CONF 723, CONF 731, CONF 732, CONF 741, CONF 747, CONF 755, CONF 756.
  • Conflict-Sensitive Development and Resilience (CSDR): 12 credits from a list of courses including CONF 650, CONF 651, CONF 652, CONF 659, CONF 704, CONF 705, CONF 706, CONF 707, CONF 708, CONF 722, CONF 723, CONF 728, CONF 730, CONF 731, CONF 732, CONF 751, CONF 755.
  • Media, Narrative, and Public Discourse (MNPD): 12 credits from a list of courses including CONF 625, CONF 704, CONF 705, CONF 757, CONF 758, and additional courses under development.
  • Peacebuilding (PCB): 12 credits from a list of courses including CONF 661, CONF 662, CONF 651, CONF 670, CONF 694.
  • Individualized Concentration (IND): Students can craft their own 12-credit concentration with the approval of the MS Program Director.

Electives:

  • 6 credits of elective courses from 500, 600, or 700 level CONF courses, excluding required courses.

Internship:

  • CONF 694 Internship (3 or 6 credits) - Requires 160 hours of supervised work per every 3 credits.

Thesis:

  • CONF 797 Proposal Development (1 credit) - Recommended for students pursuing a Master's Thesis.
  • CONF 799 Thesis (1-6 credits) - Students must have a Master's thesis committee chair to supervise the project.

Directed Readings:

Careers:

Graduates work in a variety of settings where conflict resolution is useful and interest groups are in conflict with current and emergent public policy. Examples are businesses, unions, government agencies, religious groups, court systems, educational institutions, community centers, international relief and development organizations, and consulting firms.

Other:

  • Students can be admitted to the MS program for either the Fall or Spring semesters.
  • Background courses in social sciences, as well as prior work experience, are desirable.
  • Students may enroll on a full- or part-time basis.
  • The MS Program is available on-campus, online, or in a hybrid format (on-campus and distance learning).
  • Mason requires all students to complete the master's degree within six years of their official admission date.
  • Students may elect to complete a Carter School Graduate Certificate in addition to the MS program.
  • Certain graduate certificate courses can be used to fulfill MS program requirements.
  • Students should consult with the Graduate Programs Director for policies on counting certificate courses toward the MS degree.
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