Timeroom: Fall 2023

Manchester Professional Studies :: Global Conflict & Human Sec

GCHS 810 (M1) - Conflict & Human Security

Conflict & Human Security

Online Course Delivery Method: Online (no campus visits), EUNH

Credits: 3.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Term 1 (08/28/2023 - 10/20/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 15
CRN: 13977

Examines patterns and trends of armed conflict, especially terrorism, insurgency and civil war in the 21st century. Reviews conditions that are likely to lead to war and the myriad ways conflict affects the economy, political system, and cultural norms of a society. Explores how civil wars end, key elements of effective peace processes, and the conditions under which mass violence is likely to resume. Examines conflict prevention strategies such as: preventing and countering violent extremism (P/CVE), disarmament, demobilization and reintegration (DDR) of combatants, and reform of police and military forces (security sector reform/SSR). Case studies on countries in Asia, Middle East, Africa and Latin America.

Section Comments: Tech requirements: microphone & webcam. Students not in the GCHS program must have permission from the GCHS Coordinator Melinda Negron-Gonzales. Short 8-week format. Firm deadlines for assignments spread throughout the 8 weeks. Cross listed with GCHS 710.

Instructors: Melinda Negron-Gonzales

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
8/28/2023	10/20/2023		Hours Arranged	ONLINE

Manchester Professional Studies :: Global Conflict & Human Sec

GCHS 830 (M1) - International Development & Human Security

Internat'l Develop & Human Sec

Online Course Delivery Method: Online (no campus visits), EUNH

Credits: 3.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Term 2 (10/30/2023 - 12/22/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 15
CRN: 13978

Introduces international development policy and practice. Explores the interrelatedness of the United Nations' distinct human security domains (economic, food, health, environmental, personal, community, and political security), and reviews their connections to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (e.g., zero hunger, peace, justice and strong institutions). Examines the strategies used by humanitarian and development organizations to enhance people's well?being in fragile states and conflict zones. Topics include: ethics of humanitarianism; how to create effective programs to alleviate poverty, tackle corruption and empower women and girls. Case studies on countries in Asia, Middle East, Africa and Latin America.

Instructors: Melinda Negron-Gonzales

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
10/30/2023	12/22/2023		Hours Arranged	ONLINE

Manchester Professional Studies :: Global Conflict & Human Sec

GCHS 898 (M1) - Capstone: Non-Thesis

Capstone: Non-Thesis

Online Course Delivery Method: Online (no campus visits), EUNH

Credits: 3.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Term 2 (10/30/2023 - 12/22/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 20
CRN: 14662

The culminating activity of the Global Conflict and Human Security program. Provides opportunities to demonstrate and build on the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the GCHS program. Students work with a faculty mentor(s) to complete and evaluate projects begun in a previous term. Students present their findings and evaluative assessments of their projects.

Instructor Approval Required. Contact Instructor for permission then register through Webcat.

Only listed majors in section: GLB CON HMN SEC

Instructors: Melinda Negron-Gonzales

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
10/30/2023	12/22/2023		Hours Arranged	ONLINE