B.S. in Global Conflict Studies

The Bachelor of Science in Global Conflict Studies, offers students a variety of courses that use a multidisciplinary approach to provide an understanding of the root causes of human conflict; a knowledge of the history of the major regions of the world and their interactions; the theory behind the management of conflict; the major global security challenges of the day; and a foundation in the methodology, technology, and political processes that attempt to prevent or resolve conflicts. Study-abroad opportunities, language acquisition, and cross-cultural internships provide students with a unique learning experience. The addition of bilingual or multilingual skills in a strategic language gives students the edge to be competitive in the marketplace.

Global Conflict Studies provides a foundation that prepares students who want to live and work in a multicultural environment as: an employee of a homeland defense and security enterprise; a member of the U.S. military; a foreign service officer in the U.S. State Department; an intelligence analyst for the Central Intelligence Agency, the U.S. military or in the private sector; a member of US AID; a volunteer for the Peace Corps; an employee for an international corporation; and a worker for the United Nations, the International Red Cross, or similar non-government entities. Global Conflict Studies majors can also succeed at the graduate level in a variety of related fields including history, political science, economics, human resiliency, and conflict resolution.

Degree Requirements

The Bachelor of Science in Global Conflict Studies requires successful completion of a minimum of 121 credit hours and is normally completed in eight semesters. Students can also pursue two of Embry-Riddle’s many minors, including Arabic Studies, Business Administration, Chinese Studies, Communication and Broadcast Media, Forensic Accounting, Terrorism Studies, or Homeland Security. Students are also required to complete a 3-hour capstone project.

Students will:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the culture, society, economy, geography, politics, and history of a given region.
• Critically evaluate the causes and nature of international, transnational, and intranational conflicts.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the global system and the recurring themes in international relations.
• Analyze human security, its causes, impact, and the creation of sustainable societies.
• Develop their abilities to critically assess information and effectively communicate their findings.
• Work collaboratively to deliver research papers, professional presentations, and briefs.
• Critically evaluate emerging and historical threats and opportunities associated with globalization.

General Education Requirements

For a full description of Embry-Riddle General Education guidelines, please see the General Education section of this catalog. These minimum requirements are applicable to all degree programs.

GCS Core Requirements

Classes from the Core cannot be utilized as part of a Minor or "Coherent Block of Credits". 

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Students may not use Core courses to fulfill Upper Level Humanities/Social Science Requirement.