Arizona State University The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences 6 courses 30 total credits
The Master of Arts program in global security with a concentration in intelligence studies prepares you to analyze and address contemporary intelligence challenges at the intersection of global security and policymaking. This program equips you with advanced skills in critical thinking, research and analysis across multiple intelligence domains including open-source intelligence, technology-driven change, decision making under uncertainty, and the human dimensions of intelligence. Emphasizing both theory and practice, the program engages you in case studies, simulations and applied exercises designed to reflect the real-world demands of intelligence work. You emerge with the knowledge and analytical capabilities necessary to contribute effectively to the U.S. intelligence community, defense sector, and private industry roles concerned with security and risk. GI Bill® benefitsThis new program is not yet approved for use with GI Bill® benefits. GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/.
| Required Core | 3 credits |
| Concentration | 12 credits |
| Electives or Research | 12 credits |
| Culminating Experience | 3 credits |
| Total Credits | 30 credits |
Required Core
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GSC 501 | War, Conflict and Security | 3 |
| Total Required Core | 3 credits | |
Concentration
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GSC 581 | Intelligence and National Security Decision-Making | 3 |
| GSC 582 | Intelligence and Technology | 3 |
| GSC 585 | Covert Action | 3 |
| GSC 586 | Open-source Intelligence | 3 |
| Total Concentration | 12 credits | |
Electives or Research
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