AI and National Security: Navigating the Future of Global Power

• Location: Hopkins Bloomberg Center
• Date: Monday, June 1 – Wednesday, June 3, 2026
• Duration: 3 Day Program
• Fees: $4,500

Artificial intelligence is not just transforming industries—it is redefining global power, security, and governance. From economic competition and digital sovereignty to military innovation and democratic resilience, AI now sits at the center of international relations and national-security decision-making.

This intensive three-day executive program examines how AI is reshaping geopolitics, security strategy, and global governance. Participants will engage with world-class faculty, expert practitioners, and peer leaders to explore AI’s strategic implications across great power competition, international diplomacy, ethical governance, and defense innovation.

Through dynamic lectures, expert-led discussions, and real-world case studies, the program equips leaders with the analytical tools and strategic frameworks necessary to navigate the rapidly evolving AI-powered global landscape.

Who Should Attend

This program is designed for:

• Senior government officials and policymakers
• Defense and national security professionals
• Executives in technology, cybersecurity, and emerging industries
• International affairs and global strategy leaders
• Policy advisors, analysts, and consultants

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the program, participants will be able to:

• Analyze AI in Geopolitical Competition and Cooperation: Assess how AI functions as both a catalyst and constraint in global power dynamics. Examine national strategies, transnational interests, and the implications of AI for international cooperation, competition, and conflict.
• Evaluate Ethical, Political, and Social Risks: Critically examine regional and country-level case studies where AI-driven policies generate political, economic, and social risks. Analyze issues including bias, surveillance, human rights, and governance frameworks.
• Develop Strategic Frameworks for AI Adoption: Formulate strategies for navigating the geopolitical landscape shaped by AI. Balance innovation and collaboration opportunities with risks related to security, regulation, and ethical oversight to ensure responsible AI integration.

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This course does not convey academic credit and is not included on a JHU Academic Transcript. This course is intended for personal and professional skills enrichment. Any certificate earned for the successful completion of this course is intended for proof of completion only.

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