Certificate of Advanced Study in Postconflict Reconstruction

Program Overview

The Certificate of Advanced Study in Postconflict Reconstruction is a 12-credit program designed for students preparing for careers in postconflict reconstruction, peace studies, and related fields. The program provides students with the analytical techniques, knowledge, and skills necessary to work effectively in post-conflict environments. Students complete required core courses and choose one elective course from a list of options.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Certificate of Advanced Study in Postconflict Reconstruction (CAS in PCR) is a 12-credit, multidisciplinary program designed for law and graduate students preparing for careers in postconflict reconstruction, peace studies, rule of law initiatives, humanitarian relief, international law, and international development. The program provides students with the analytical techniques, knowledge, and skills necessary to work effectively in post-conflict environments.

Objectives:

• To provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the various dimensions of postconflict work, including the actors involved, the challenges faced, and the lessons learned from past experiences.
• To equip students with the tools and skills necessary to analyze and address post-conflict issues, including conflict resolution, peacebuilding, and economic development.
• To prepare students for careers in postconflict reconstruction and related fields.

Outline:

Required Core Courses:

• Fundamentals of Postconflict Reconstruction (PAI 719)
• Secondary Required Core Course: Choose one from the following:
• Civil Wars & State-Building (PAI 730)
• Economics of Development (ECN 651/PAI 757)
• Foreign Relations Law (LAW 871)
• Fundamentals of Conflict Studies (PAI/SOC 601)
• Humanitarian Action: Challenges, Responses, Results (PAI 765)
• Multilateral Peacekeeping (ANT/PAI 701)

Elective Courses:

Students choose one elective course from the following:

• African Conflicts (PAI 715)
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