The philosophy and objectives of the Adeboye Centre for Peace and Good Governance are in consonance with the University’s visionto be the foremost institution for producing graduates who combine academic excellence in the practice of their profession with God-fearing attributes.The philosophy of the postgraduate programme in Peace, Conflict Resolution and Governance Studies is to produce highly competent individuals, well grounded in the concepts and theories of contemporary analysis, peace-making and conflict resolution; equip students with a practical understanding of the contemporary issues in peace, conflict resolution and governance globally; challenge the students into innovating peace initiatives even in emergencies; become responsive citizens and promoters of the culture of peace; and, have knowledge of human security, and its relation to stability, security, and development at national, sub-regional and international levels.

The programme aims to:

• Equip graduate students with foundational knowledge in peace, conflict resolution, and governance

• Provide understanding of the sources, causes, and dynamics of conflicts

• Introduce students to conflict analysis, mapping, and early warning mechanisms

• Develop skills in peace-making, conflict management, and post-conflict reconstruction

• Prepare students for leadership and professional practice in governance and peace-related fields

The objectives of the programme are to

1. Prepare and produce graduates with the requisite knowledge of governance, and contemporary politics.
2. Turnout graduates who are well-grounded and resourced to take up leadership tasks in governance, politics, public sector as well as organized private sector.
3. Graduate students who are capable of analysing the basic concepts, theories, themes and issues in peace studies and conflict resolution;
4. Produce graduates with demonstrable ability to identify specific context of the sources, causes and processes of conflicts;
5. Turnout graduates with demonstrable understanding of various approaches to conflict mapping and conflict analysis;
6. Graduate students who can identify and apply various methods of conflict management;
7. Produce graduates with demonstrable understanding and competent skills in evaluating, interpreting and solving conflict situations.

Below are the requirements for admission into the PGD programme in Peace, Conflict Resolution and Governance Studies:

1. Possession of five credits at not more than two sittings at the ordinary level, WASC, NECO or approved equivalents, in five subjects which must include English Language and other relevant subjects like History, Government, CRS, Civic Studies, Literature AND
2. Relevant first degree not lower than Third Class from recognised Universities ORFirst Degree with at least Second Class Lower in areas not directly related to Social Sciences may be considered OR
3. Higher National Diploma at Lower Division in relevant disciplines in the Management Sciences, Social Sciences, Engineering, etc. from approved Polytechnics, Colleges of Technology and Institutes OR
4. Relevant professional qualifications with relevant work experience
5. In addition to the above, candidates will be subjected to tests and interviews to further determine their ability, as may be organized by the Institute.

Minimum Requirement for the Award of the Postgraduate Diploma

In addition to satisfying other university requirements as may be specified from time to time by the College of Postgraduate Studies on behalf of Senate, the PGD degree shall be awarded to students who have successfully sat for 43 units of courses and passed a minimum of 40 credit units of workload broken into:

First Semester (20 Units)

• Compulsory Courses: 15 Units (5 Courses)

• Elective Courses: 3 Units (1 Course)

• Faith Integration Course (FIC): 2 Units (1 Course)

Second Semester (23 Units)

• Compulsory Courses: 12 Units (4 Courses)

• Elective Courses: 3 Units (1 Course)

• Faith Integration Course (FIC): 2 Units (1 Course)

• Research Project: 6 Units (1 Course)

Total Units: 43

First Semester Courses

Second Semester Courses

FIC 701: Advanced Integration of faith and Leadership (2 Units)

This course will equip postgraduate students to appreciate advanced leadership principles in the context of the Christian faith.  Students will critically engage with biblical truths, ethical leadership models, and psychological frameworks for personal and communal growth. The curriculum aims to prepare graduates for transformative leadership in ministry, academia, or secular fields.

FIC 702: Christian Identity in Secular Workplace (2 Units)

This course will explore the Christian identity in the workplace and aims to empower students to navigate secular workplaces with integrity, creativity, and purposeful orientation. Racism, Gender Bias, and Economic Inequality in the work environment, coping mechanisms for burnout and failures, understanding the core concepts of Artificial intelligence, Data Privacy, and Digital Discipleship, navigating Cross-Cultural barriers in the global work place shall also be discussed.          

PCR 711: Theories in Conflict Management (3 Units)

Conflict management theories can be categorized by approach, such as the Thomas-Kilmann Model (competing, collaborating, compromising, avoiding, accommodating), and by level of analysis, including individual psychological theories, social theories, and structural theories. Additionally, there are theories on conflict resolution, such as distributive versus integrative models, and different approaches to managing conflict within states or organizations. Definition of Conflict management, Approaches to Conflict Management, Conflict Management Styles, Communication and Conflict Management, Third Party Intervention: Mediation, Negotiation, Arbitration, African Traditional Conflict Management, Conflict Transformation, Peace building and Early Warning System, Peacemaking and Peacekeeping, Disarmament and Arms Control, Preventive and Multi-Track Diplomacy, Post Conflict Reconstruction, Ethnicity and Conflict Management, Culture, Identity and Conflict Management, Policy Making and Conflict Management, Sources of Conflict in Africa, Taxonomy of Conflict Worldwide, National and International Peace Institutions, United Nation and Peace Initiatives in Conflict Situations, UN Peace Initiatives in Africa, UN Intervention Strategies, Globalization, Civil Society and Conflict. Attenuating

PCR 713: Peace and Security in a Global Context (3 Units)

Definition and Meaning of concepts like: Peace, Security, Human Security; Theories of Security, Causes of Insecurity, Conflict and Internally Displaced Persons, Peace Enforcement, Disarmament, Public Safety, Security and Violence, Environmental Degradation andSecurity, Refugee, Crisis Management/Bargaining, Prerequisites for Revolution, War and its Resolution; Capacity Building, Peace-making and Peace Sharing; Disarmament, Demobilisation and Reintegration; African Government and Crisis Management, National Decision Making, United Nations and Conflict Resolution, African Union and Conflict Resolution, Mechanisms for Conflict Prevention, Management and Resolution.

CRS 719 Religion, Power and Politics in Contemporary Nigerian Society (3 Units)

The course examines the concept of religion, power and politics as the pillar to the understanding of the society. It studies the following: major religions in Nigeria in their relationship with power and politics; manipulation of religion for politics and power; religion as the conscience of the nation; the role of religion in nation building, and good governance, etc.

GOV 703: Indigenous Governance in Africa (3 Units)

This course focuses on indigenous institutions of governance in Africa. The steering mechanisms, law-making processes, conflict and conflict resolution in the pre-colonial era, the traditional institutions for peace making, strategies articulating conflict resolution models, the dynamics of peace and harmony, and influence on cultural development and governance. The course studies the model of governance in contemporary Nigeria- drawing from selected cultures. The philosophy and logic as well as the contribution to development. This includes the poverty alleviation programme.

GOV 705: Research Methods in Governance Peace and Conflict (3 Units)

The nature of scientific research; steps in the process and their application, types of research and forms of research design; data collection, measurement- reliability and validity; approaches to the analysis and interpretation of research data, -quantitative and qualitative methods; presentation of findings, writing research proposal and their application in governance studies.

GOV 707: State and Modern Governance (3 Units)

This course focuses on the nexus between the state and modern governance. The state and governance debate. The overarching role of the state vis-à-vis other actors such as the market and civil society organizations. The dispersal of governance occasioned by global forces and network governance. The traditional role and functions of the state and how the New Public Management is changing the role, autonomy, sovereignty and power of the state. State disinvestment, Public Private Partnership and Service Delivery. Safety net and wellbeing of the citizens.

PCR 723 Leadership, Communication Skills, Reporting and Conducts (3 Units)

This postgraduate-level course examines advanced theories and practices of leadership, communication, reporting, and professional conduct in the context of contemporary organizations and governance systems. It integrates leadership psychology, communication theory, ethics, and applied professional reporting, preparing students to lead effectively, communicate persuasively, and maintain integrity in both academic and professional environments. The course explores the power of “soft skills,” emotional intelligence, stakeholder engagement, and strategic communication within multicultural and multidisciplinary settings. Students will learn through interactive online modules, case-based discussions, and face-to-face simulations, developing a portfolio that demonstrates leadership competence and professional writing ability.

PCR 712: Human Rights and Diplomacy (3 Units)

Meaning, Definitions of Human Rights, Origin of Human Rights, Types of Human Rights; Importance of Human Rights, Values and Norms Underlying the Concept of Universal Human Rights; International/National Law and Human Rights, Links between Human Rights Violation and Conflict, Human Rights Promotion in Contemporary Society, Relationship between Human Rights, Human Rights Violation and Diplomacy; Examination of Instances where the Rights of different individuals appear to clash or where different Rights appear to be in Contradiction; Limits of Rights e.g. the Rights of the Unborn, Minority Rights, Animal Rights; a Review of the International Organizations, Non-governmental Organization, Human Rights Groups, the Government at all levels on Human Rights and their Effectiveness, Civic Duties and Responsibilities.

PCR 732: African Traditional Methods of Conflict Resolution (3 Units)

Definition of Conflict, Origin and Causes of Conflicts in Traditional Nigerian and African Societies; The African Traditional Political Structures, Process of War Making, Weapons of War, Time of War, Rules Guiding War Making;Faith of War Victims/ Prisoners of War, Examination of Different Traditional Methods of Conflicts Resolution in African Societies; Similarities and Differences between African Traditional Methods and Contemporary Approaches to Conflict Resolution, Traditional Processes of Peace building.

GOV 702: Social Statistics for Governance (3 Units)

This course focuses on the importance and application of statistics in governance. It covers the various areas of governance where statistics can be applied, the basic statistical methods that are frequently applied in the behavioural sciences; Topics to be covered include: the basic classification of data and methods of presentation, test of central tendency, dispersion and partition, binomial and normal distribution/test of significance, correlation, regression, chi-square, etc.

GOV 706: Nigerian Government and Politics (3 Units)

This course examines characteristics of government and politics in Nigeria. It examines constitutional evolution and undertakes a critical evaluation of the legacies of colonialism. It examines the nature and practice of democracy in Nigeria and explains the roles of political parties. The course discusses the problem of transparency and accountability in governance, mode of representation, revenue allocation, form of federalism and issues like state police, local government autonomy, the size of government and cost of governance; god-fatherism, insecurity, herdsmen and farmers clashes, etc. It examines the problems of election, political succession and democratic consolidation, ethnic politics and military in politics.

GOV 730: Terrorism and Banditry in Nigeria (3 Units)

The course takes a wider look at the historical security landscape of the Nigerian state. It examines in broader terms; the meaning, nature, scope, and causes of terrorism and banditry in Nigeria; It looks at the evolution of Boko Haram, Fulani herdsmen, kidnapping for ransom, rape, politicallymotivated heinous crimes, amongst others. It also assesses the socio-economic posture and remedies.

GOV 778: Corporate Governance (3 Units)

In-depth study of corporate governance in contemporary society. The principles and practices that shape the current corporate governance debate, the relationship between corporate governance and corporate performance; the role, structure and composition of the board and other company organs; the relationship between the board and management; the rights and responsibilities of shareholders including institutional shareholders, risk management practices; audit requirements; executive remuneration; and corporate social responsibility.

GOV 799: Project 6 Units

Individual research by students under the tutelage of supervisors on any area of interest which shall address what the problem of investigation was, how it was investigated, findings and recommendations in the approved format and standard of practice of the Postgraduate School.