Certificate in Global Engagement
The 12-credit graduate certificate in Global Engagement serves to provide a link for students to develop the necessary skills and problem-solving lenses to address local and global matters. As a student in this program, you will learn to engage from a global perspective to approach and resolve social, economic and political issues.
Why choose a graduate certificate?
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Stackable credentials. The Graduate Certificate in Global Engagement is a great way to explore graduate-level coursework and get a head start if you decide to continue into the M.A. in Global Affairs and Human Security program.
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Flexible scheduling. You can complete the certificate program entirely online, in person or a hybrid option, depending on your schedule and needs. This program is 12 credits and can be completed in as little as one year.
- Professional networking. You’ll be part of engaging discussions with other career-minded students and faculty who are practitioners in their field.
Everything you need to know about the Graduate Certificate in Global Engagement.
Graduate Certificate Requirements (12 credits)
- GAHS 504 Human Security and Social Change
- CNCM 506 Understanding and Assessing Conflict
- GAHS 508 International Organization
- GAHS 610 International Development
Admission Requirements
The following materials are required for admission into the Graduate Certificate in Global Engagement program:
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Online application. Complete and submit the online applicationand pay the $50 application fee. Questions about the application should be directed to the Office of Graduate Admission (410.837.6565).
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Personal statement. Detail your reasons for seeking a graduate certificate, your short-and long-term professional and personal goals, and how you think this certificate will help you achieve those goals. Please limit your statement to one page of text. Send the statement to documents@ubalt.edu.
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Official transcripts. Request that an official transcript of all prior college or university work (including graduate transcripts, if any) be sent directly from each institution attended. Applicants to the Certificate in Global Engagement program are required to have a minimum GPA of 2.75. Transcripts can be sent electronically to documents@ubalt.edu.
- Resume. Send your current resume to documents@ubalt.edu.
Contact us.
Ñusta Carranza Ko
associate professor and certificate program director
email: nko@ubalt.edu
view Prof. Carranza Ko’s faculty profile