Prepare to Lead International Development
The M.S. in Global Conflict and Human Security (GCHS) empowers you to build resilient communities by addressing the interrelated factors that threaten individuals’ well-being in challenging environments. Gain knowledge and skills to promote social, economic and political development while building durable peace. Put your skills to work in the growing development industry and join the global effort to end extreme poverty, political unrest and violent conflict.
Program Highlights
- Design, implement and evaluate a development project based on your interests
- Courses are 100% online and asynchronous
- Can be completed in one year
- Global career opportunities in the nonprofit, public and private sectors
Program Details
Apply by June 1 for fall admission
Location: Online
Can be completed in one year
Program consists of 10 courses (30 credit hours)
Funding Your Online Masters Degree
Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCVs) who enroll via the Coverdell Fellows program are eligible to receive over $4,000 education award. This amount represents about 25% of the total tuition costs to pursue our online Global Conflict and Human Security M.S.
Learn Applicable Skills
You'll gain the knowledge and the tools to help create positive change in contexts of state fragility, like GCHS student Nishanth Arulappan.
Faculty Mentorship
Courses are taught by full-time faculty who are experts in their fields of practice and are invested in helping you achieve your career goals.
Flexibility to Fit Your Life
The GCHS program is 100% online, offering the flexibility and accessibility that working professionals like Claire FitzMorris needs as she works abroad.
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Meet Your Faculty
"It is hoped that the new administration will build on this strategy to advance American commitment to leadership on democracy and human rights,” Negrón-Gonzales says. “These efforts will call for more professionals in humanitarian relief, global development, peacebuilding and more."
