The Comparative Cultures and Conflicts certificate program offers post-baccalaureate students a program of study that will establish a global context for their careers in the civilian and military sectors. The program will contextualize the cultural, diplomatic, military, and economic variables that influence various societies around the world and explain how these societies interact with the United States and the global community as a whole. Upon completion of the certificate, students will be able to: 1) Analyze contemporary global patterns to show how various regions and cultures develop over time. 2) Explain the historical causes and contexts of contemporary conflicts, both within and among states. 3) Discuss the historical context of U.S. relations and interactions with the world. 4) Compare the ways nations, groups, and individuals experience conflict. 5) Practice historical thinking as central to engaged citizenship and leadership. 6) Communicate historical knowledge and interpretation coherently in writing and in oral presentations.