MA in Government/ Certificate in Intelligence
Students pursuing an MA in Government may obtain an additional credential by completing courses that lead to the Certificate in Intelligence. This combined credential prepares graduates for careers in the U.S. Intelligence Community and in those parts of the government and private sector that use intelligence or work with the Intelligence Community, as well as other parts of the national security community. Students can complete the program with 15 courses.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Students pursuing an MA in Government may obtain an additional credential by completing a sequence of courses offered by the Certificate in Intelligence. This combined credential will require students to complete 15 courses (in lieu of 17 to complete both degrees separately). Students are required to take the following courses:
MA in Government Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AS.470.602 | Government & Politics | 3 |
| AS.470.850 | Research and Thesis I: MA in Government | 3 |
| AS.470.852 | Research and Thesis II: MA in Government | 3 |
| AS.470.800 | Research & Thesis III: Government | 3 |
| Select six electives | 18 | |
| Total Credits | 30 | |
Five Intelligence Certificate Requirements
Completion of five courses, one each from the following areas (See Certificate in Intelligence for specific course options.)
- Introductory Courses
- Law and Ethics
- Theory, History, and Context
- Intelligence Operations
- Applications of Intelligence