M3A1 – National Security Council – NSC
Discipline:
Other
Type of service:
Research Paper
Spacing:
Double spacing
Paper format:
APA
Number of pages:
3 pages
Number of sources:
5 sources
Paper details:
In this module you are required to write a 2-3 page (not including the cover and reference pages) position paper thoroughly discussing the material presented during the week. APA citations are expected, an abstract is not.
The readings and learning activities in this module address the power of the presidency and limitations to that power as well as introduces you to the national security mechanism and the National Security Council. For this, and all position paper assignments, it is crucial to base your opinions and arguments on research.
Please visit the Excelsior College Online Writing Lab (OWL) (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. website for more information on writing your paper.
You are a senior staffer on the National Security Council. You are placed in charge of the new hires. Explain to them the following information:
Background (what does the NSC do; its most important functions and responsibilities)
Please refer to the NSC Website (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. for additional details
Describe the current domestic political environment and how the NSC fits into it
Role of the NSC in policy making. Choose a current event to illustrate that role.
Compose your work in a .doc or .docx file type using a word processor (such as Microsoft Word, etc.) and save it frequently to your computer. For those assignments that are not written essays and require uploading images or PowerPoint slides, please follow uploading guidelines provided by your instructor.