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Geopolitics and International Security
Preparing leaders with the knowledge and tools to anticipate and respond to global shifts
What You Will Gain from Attending
- Develop a holistic understanding of the global geopolitical landscape
- Cultivate a nuanced understanding of power dynamics
- Explore emerging security challenges
- Enhance your leadership capabilities in a globalized world
Who Should Attend?
- Policy analysts, strategic planners and international relations professionals in government agencies, think tanks and NGOs
- Business executives and risk managers operating in global markets who need to understand the geopolitical implications of their decisions
- Military officers and defense professionals seeking a deeper understanding of the strategic environment and the drivers of international conflict
Education Fit to Your Schedule
- Half-day sessions offered four times a year
- Custom programs ideal for pre-deployment briefings
Frequently Asked Questions
Lecture Topics
Central Asia, the Caucasus and the Russian-speaking world
Chinese Security and Technology
International Security
Korean Peninsula
Proxy Wars
U.S.-China Relations
U.S. Treaty Alliances in the Indo-Pacific
Chinese Security and Technology
International Security
Korean Peninsula
Proxy Wars
U.S.-China Relations
U.S. Treaty Alliances in the Indo-Pacific
Faculty Experts
Tai Ming Cheung
Professor; Director, UC Institute on Global Conflict and Cooperation/p>
Research Fields: China, Chinese and East Asian defense and national security affairs, especially related to economic, industrial, technology and innovation issues
Jesse Driscoll
Professor; Chair, Global Leadership Institute
Research Fields: comparative politics, international relations, civil war, voting, Central Asia
Stephan Haggard
Research Professor; Lawrence and Sallye Krause Distinguished Professor Emeritus; Director Emeritus, Korea-Pacific Program; Research Director, Global Governance (IGCC)
Research Fields: international relations, political economy, globalization, East Asia, North and South Korea
Susan Shirk
Research Professor; Director Emeritus, 21st Century China Center
Robert Thomas
Lecturer; Vice Admiral, U.S. Navy (ret)
Barbara F. Walter
Professor; Rohr Chair in Pacific International Relations
Research Fields: international security, civil wars, terrorism/counter-terrorism
Cost
Let's Talk Numbers
Half-day Programs: $500
Full-day Programs: $1,000
Ask about our military and alumni discounts!
In addition, we offer short-term, customized group programs to meet a variety of internationally focused needs and interests.
Who can I contact?
We’re ready to provide any help you need.
Please reach out to Greg Mallinger at (858) 822-1696 with any questions or:
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Acquire the knowledge and insights necessary to lead effectively in international affairs, make informed decisions, and promote collaborative solutions in a dynamic and uncertain environment.