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The Department of War: An Instrument of National Power

  • Semester: Spring 2027
  • Course ID: 389V
  • Credit Hours: 3
  • Unique: 29690

Registration Status: Open

Course Information

  • Grading Method: Pass/Fail Allowed (JD only)
  • Short course: Jan 19 - Feb 12, 2027
  • Cross-listed Dept: Public Affairs
  • Will not use floating mean GPA

Registration Information

  • Upperclass-only elective

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Description

This is an LBJ School course, cross-listed with the Law School. This course only meets on the following dates: January 19-22; January 25-29; and February 8-12.

This course is designed to provide future public servants with an in-depth understanding of the organization, capabilities, and purpose of the Department of War (DoW).  Students will understand the history and context in which the DoW was purpose built, how it is regulated by the Executive and Legislative branches, as well as the applicable laws governing it.  They will also gain an understanding of terms, policy and strategy development and how the DoW works with other elements of the Executive branch to carry out National Security priorities.  Through a series of case studies, students will gain an understanding of the implications of Defense strategy execution and how it shapes the future national security environment.

Instructors

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