The Master of Science in Conflict Management is designed to train students to be conflict resolution practitioners in varied environments. The curriculum includes courses in theory, research and design skills, and practice skills. It offers field study and internship opportunities.
Students select a specific environment and develop a substantive speciality.
The Master's prepares leaders and managers to analyze and research the organizational environment and design conflict intervention procedures and strategies. The Graduate Admissions Committee of the Department of Political Science and International Affairs determines the eligibility of each person who applies for admission to the MSCM program. Admission will be granted only to students showing high probability of success in postgraduate study. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum grade point average of 2.80 on a 4.0 scale. Test requirement may be waived for applicants who have earned an advanced degree.