Why should I study International
Affairs?
The field of International Affairs
is becoming increasingly important as new technologies are emerging.
No longer is it sufficient to only study what is occurring
internally within the U.S., because relations and influences of the
outside world are becoming the substance of today's politics,
economics, and tomorrow's history. Furthermore, to compete in the
new global job market, it is necessary to have bilingual
capabilities. This major is designed to prepare you for the future.
What do I have to take for
courses?
In the spirit of Liberal Arts and
Sciences, as well as the diverse nature of International Affairs,
students are required to partake in a diverse program. All IA majors
will take some courses in Anthropology, Economics, History, and
Political Science as well as their core classes. IA majors must also
graduate with a proficiency in at least one other language (more for
IA Language majors). Your undergraduate studies will give you a
strong foundation for further educational and career pursuits. What
are some career options that I will have with an International
Affairs degree? Our international affairs program is designed to
equip students with perspectives and skills to successfully meet
challenges of any international career, including law, diplomacy,
business, communication, education, public service, and research.
Some of the careers available to international affairs majors
include ambassadorship, international business manager,
international lawyer, the United Nations civil service, U.S. State
Department official, journalist, and careers in nongovernmental
organizations, such as Amensty International, International
Committee of Red Cross.
