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The Demand for Global Studies

Are you interested in learning about the world; Diverse Cultures & Global Issues; Global Careers?

The demand for graduates in global studies is growing fast in the private sector and in government. Job opportunities include international, government and non-government organizations, foreign trade, diplomacy, international law, marketing, health administration, foreign affairs, defense, intelligence, foreign aid, humanitarian services, politics, education, language services and journalism.

The global studies major provides skills desired for jobs in management, administration, consulting firms, media, public service, commerce and industry. These include skills in research, communication, policy and political analysis and information management.

An undergraduate degree global studies also provides an excellent background for the study of law and advanced graduate study in a number of social science disciplines, business and journalism.

Programs

Major in Global Studies

39 hours, On-campus

Minor in Global Studies

18 hours, On-campus

Major coursework consists of the required聽聽and electives from various disciplines, including:

  • Anthropology
  • Art
  • Communications
  • Economics
  • English
  • History
  • Natural Sciences
  • Political Science
  • World Languages and Cultures

Students must complete a minimum of two years (four semesters) or equivalent study in one non-English world language.

Core 39

In聽addition to the departmental degree requirements, undergraduate students must complete the聽University Core 39. Our core provides the foundation for all baccalaureate degrees at the 91社区. A university education prepares individuals to live wisely in a diverse and global community by helping students acquire both discipline-specific competence and broader knowledge and skills that reach across disciplines.聽聽included in Core 39 or talk to your advisor for more information.

Future Careers

With a degree from 91社区, your options are endless, but here are a few careers students in the Global Studies program may pursue:

  • Political affairs
  • International relations and diplomacy
  • Foreign Affairs
  • Law school
  • National Security
  • Nonprofit and development
  • International event planning
  • International trade and development
  • Congressional aide
  • Civil Service
  • Human Resources
  • Travel guide
  • Teacher
  • Government official

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