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An analysis of the strategic, operational, and organizational differences between the Islamic State and al-Qa'ida
This project provides a comprehensive examination of the strategic, operational and organizational character of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Sham (ISIS). The purpose of the project is two fold: first, to challenge the perception that ISIS and al-Qā’ida are fundamentally “one and the same;” and,...
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| description | This project provides a comprehensive examination of the strategic, operational and organizational character of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Sham (ISIS). The purpose of the project is two fold: first, to challenge the perception that ISIS and al-Qā’ida are fundamentally “one and the same;” and, second, to offer policy makers a systematic and detailed description of ISIS on its own merits. Drawing on variables pertaining to three dimensions—strategy, operations, and organizational characteristics—and informed by both primary sources and secondary analyses, I investigate the qualitative differences between the two organizations. I find that, despite some similarities, ISIS and al-Qā’ida vary considerably in all facets. Accordingly, I offer targeted policy recommendations aimed at making current counter-strategy more effective and efficient. |
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| spelling | oai:fount.aucegypt.edu:etds-1948 An analysis of the strategic, operational, and organizational differences between the Islamic State and al-Qa'ida Greene, Jacob This project provides a comprehensive examination of the strategic, operational and organizational character of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Sham (ISIS). The purpose of the project is two fold: first, to challenge the perception that ISIS and al-Qā’ida are fundamentally “one and the same;” and, second, to offer policy makers a systematic and detailed description of ISIS on its own merits. Drawing on variables pertaining to three dimensions—strategy, operations, and organizational characteristics—and informed by both primary sources and secondary analyses, I investigate the qualitative differences between the two organizations. I find that, despite some similarities, ISIS and al-Qā’ida vary considerably in all facets. Accordingly, I offer targeted policy recommendations aimed at making current counter-strategy more effective and efficient. 2014-02-01T08:00:00Z thesis application/pdf https://fount.aucegypt.edu/etds/949 https://fount.aucegypt.edu/context/etds/article/1948/viewcontent/Final_20MGA_20Project_20for_20Jacob_20Greene.pdf The author retains all rights with regard to copyright. The author certifies that written permission from the owner(s) of third-party copyrighted matter included in the thesis, dissertation, paper, or record of study has been obtained. The author further certifies that IRB approval has been obtained for this thesis, or that IRB approval is not necessary for this thesis. Insofar as this thesis, dissertation, paper, or record of study is an educational record as defined in the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 USC 1232g), the author has granted consent to disclosure of it to anyone who requests a copy. Theses and Dissertations AUC Knowledge Fountain ISIS Terrorism |
| spellingShingle | ISIS Terrorism Greene, Jacob An analysis of the strategic, operational, and organizational differences between the Islamic State and al-Qa'ida |
| title | An analysis of the strategic, operational, and organizational differences between the Islamic State and al-Qa'ida |
| title_full | An analysis of the strategic, operational, and organizational differences between the Islamic State and al-Qa'ida |
| title_fullStr | An analysis of the strategic, operational, and organizational differences between the Islamic State and al-Qa'ida |
| title_full_unstemmed | An analysis of the strategic, operational, and organizational differences between the Islamic State and al-Qa'ida |
| title_short | An analysis of the strategic, operational, and organizational differences between the Islamic State and al-Qa'ida |
| title_sort | analysis of the strategic operational and organizational differences between the islamic state and al qa ida |
| topic | ISIS Terrorism |
| url | https://fount.aucegypt.edu/etds/949 https://fount.aucegypt.edu/context/etds/article/1948/viewcontent/Final_20MGA_20Project_20for_20Jacob_20Greene.pdf |
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