DSCU’s headquarters is located in the National Capital Region and consists of the following elements:
- Security Cooperation Workforce Development Program—Human Capital Initiative (SCWDP-HCI)
- Institutional Capacity Building Directorate
- BG Charles Young Institute
- International Military Training and Education Division
Mission
DSCU is the Department of Defense's primary Security Cooperation educational institution. Its mission is to advance the knowledge and practice of Security Cooperation through education, training, workforce development, advising, research, analysis, and lessons learned.
Vision
DSCU strives to be the center of intellectual life for the Security Cooperation enterprise; we prepare a global network of professionals to achieve outcomes that enhance the security of the United States and its partners and allies.
Values
- Academic Excellence: Commitment to personal, professional, and Security Cooperation workforce innovation and growth through academics and integrity.
- Accountability: Maintaining the highest integrity in meeting the highest standards of the Department of Defense, Congress, and the U.S. taxpayer at a reasonable cost.
- Agility: Providing education, support, and relevant information in a timely and efficient manner.
- Collaboration: Leveraging the knowledge of the Security Cooperation community in order to develop valuable and timely Security Cooperation academic curriculum.
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Community: Dedication to building and upholding relationships within the Security Cooperation community and adding value to the workforce.
Faculty Spotlight
DSCU is especially proud of the quality and variety of research, achievements, and scholarly work by DSCU’s faculty. DSCU faculty teammates are integral to DSCU being the center of intellectual life for the Security Cooperation enterprise.
