This course will analyze in depth the context in which this politico-religious ideology was born, how it evolved and the core texts that inform today’s enemies of the United States. Students will become familiar with the worldview of the Salafi Jihadists typified by Osama bin Laden and al Qaeda, understand their violent, non-violent and indirect strategies and allow them to formulate their version of the appropriate response to the current irregular threat environment. Students will also assess how well the U.S. Government understands this new foe and whether its response to date has been adequate.
Professor
Semester Available
Spring
Additional Information
This course may be taken as a part of the following programs:
- Master of Arts in Statecraft and National Security Affairs
- Master of Arts in Statecraft and International Affairs
- Master of Arts in Strategic Intelligence Studies
- Executive Master of Arts in National Security Affairs
- Master of Arts in Strategic and International Studies (Professional)
- Certificate in Counterintelligence
- Certificate in Counterterrorism
- Certificate in National Security Affairs
- Certificate in Nonviolent Conflict
- Certificate in Strategic Communication
- Continuing Education Program