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National Security Studies Certificate
18 Semester Hours

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Upon completion of this certificate students will be able to:

  • Appraise classic and contemporary theories, strategies, doctrines, and procedures related to the causes, conduct, and termination of armed conflict and the maintenance of peace.
  • Compare the structures, functions, capabilities, and activities of national and international security community members.
  • Assess and predict traditional and non-traditional threats to national and international security.

Must take the following 12 semester credit hours (4 courses):

Choose 6 semester credit hours (2 courses) from:





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