Program Options
International Security Studies offers two flexible, fully online graduate programs to advance your career in government, intelligence, international affairs, and foreign policy: a Master of Arts (M.A.) and a Graduate Certificate. Both programs share the same courses and equip you with the knowledge to address global security challenges.
| Master of Arts | Graduate Certificate | |
|---|---|---|
| Pros | Comprehensive, advanced qualification and research opportunities. | Shorter, more affordable, with credits transferable to the M.A. |
| Courses | 10-11 | 4 |
| Credits | 34 | 12 |
| Capstone Project | Required | Not Required |
The M.A. provides in-depth insights into global security, while the Graduate Certificate offers a focused exploration of key topics. Both programs prepare you for the evolving global security landscape.