International Politics
Explore Interests Related to International Politics
Navigates global political systems and diplomacy to manage geopolitical risks, facilitate international operations, and expand global business opportunities.
Analyzes global political systems and international relations. Prepares students to engage in diplomatic communication, create media narratives on geopolitical issues, and shape cultural perceptions of international events.
Studies global political systems and diplomacy. Equips students to navigate international justice efforts, advocate for human rights, and shape policies promoting equitable global governance.
Studies global governance and international relations. Prepares students to engage in environmental diplomacy, shape global climate policies, and advocate for international sustainability efforts.
Degree Options
- 3 B.A. options: International Relations, International Political Economy, National Security
- Economics
- History
- Foreign Languages
- African Studies
- Russian
- Latin American Studies
- Journalism
About the Program
- You are interested in learning about different cultures and political systems around the world and how their interactions create and are influenced by political and economic cooperation and conflict. This major is a good choice for students interested in national security, foreign policy, war, crime, and terrorism as well as in languages and history. International Relations is an exciting interdisciplinary major dealing with today’s global problems and potential solutions.
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
- Leadership and Negotiation
- Research and Analytical Skills
- Adaptability and Creativity
Coursework
- Politics of Terrorism
- Dictators and their Demise
- Gender and Politics
- War in World Politics
- Psychology of Terrorism
- Political Psychology
- International Relations of the Middle East
- International Political Economy
- Globalization and Its Implications
Out-of-Classroom Experiences
- Foreign Policy Research Institute
- Various representatives’ and senators’ offices
- United Nations
- Bank of America
- Healthy Democracy
- U.S. Department of State
- U.S. Marshals Service
Career Paths
- Law school
- Medical school
- Graduate school to study international affairs, politics, economics, tourism management, conflict resolution, ethnic conflict, nationalism, and development, global affairs, European affairs, homeland security, human rights, industrial labor relations, history, paralegal, security studies, and politics
- International Marketing Specialist
- Government Compliance Analyst
- International Business Consultant
- Global Org Effectiveness Director
- Intelligence Analyst
- Human Rights Officer
- General Counsel
- Political Analyst
- CIA
- NASA
- UNICEF
- Red Cross
- Deloitt
- Peraton
- United Nations
- U.S. Department of State
- Foreign Policy Research Institute
- International Finance Corporation (IFC)
Have questions about this program?
Future students, contact the Liberal Arts Recruitment Team.
Current students, contact your academic adviser.
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