Certificates of Specialization

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Certificates are an optional way to focus your degree program and gain specialized knowledge and skills to stand out in a competitive job market. With careful planning, you can earn a certificate without adding credits or extending your time at Korbel.

These certificates are designed to be completed alongside a master’s degree at the Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs or other affiliated schools.

Certificate Programs

Global Business & Corporate Social Responsibility

Integrate sustainability and equity into business strategy.

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Global Environmental Change & Adaptation

Create sustainable solutions to challenges posed by climate change.

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Homeland Security

Implement contemporary approaches to managing terrorism and its impacts.

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Humanitarian Assistance

Build skills in humanitarian program management, advocacy, and policy.

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Public Diplomacy

Explore how global media and strategic communication advance political goals.

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Public Policy

Understand how governments function to solve pressing public needs.

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Religion & International Affairs

Explore the crucial role religion plays in shaping global interactions.

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Strategic Intelligence

Assess threats in the government and private sectors to keep people safe.

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Standalone Certificate

This certificate is open to individuals who hold an undergraduate degree and are not currently enrolled in a graduate program at the University of Denver.

Public Policy

This 16-credit certificate combines foundational coursework with specialized electives, ensuring a well-rounded education in policy analysis, evidence-based decision-making, and policy writing.

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