Globalization and International Studies - B.A.

Where you'll go

In the age of globalization, understanding the dynamics of the world today is more important than ever. The rapidly changing social, cultural and political landscape means that those who bring an informed and educated world view to the challenges we face will be key players in the years ahead.

With a degree in International & Globalization Studies from Sage, you will be prepared to make a positive contribution to the world whether in law, teaching, journalism, business, public policy or a host of other exciting careers.

What you'll do

See yourself

• Engaging in international business ventures.
• Practicing international law.
• Developing foreign policy for the federal government.
• Leading organizations that help to promote economic prosperity or better health care in developing countries.
• Being an advocate for humanitarian and human rights initiatives.
• As a writer on international issues

Wherever you go and whatever you do, you'll be in demand for your knowledge, expertise and commitment to global understanding.

At Sage you'll

Benefit from a strong faculty of political scientists, historians and economists who create a dynamic learning environment.

Take part in exciting international education ventures and study abroad programs, including the Sages long Established exchange program with the Shanghai Institute of Foreign Trade.

Be encouraged to develop a strong background in foreign language.

Intern at the New York State Legislature; the State Department of Economic Development; the international division of the State Education Department; and womens and humanitarian/human rights organizations, among others.

Get involved in international educational ventures ranging from regular seminars for Eastern European Educators, the Sage relationship wit the Shanghai Institute of Foreign Trade in China and our new Climate Crisis Educational Center which is affiliated with the National Climate Project founded by Nobel Peace Prize winner Al Gore.

Have an opportunity to earn a law degree in six years through the Sage six-year joint B.A./B.S. and J.D. with Albany Law School.

What you'll earn

The fast-growing field of international business offers expanding opportunities to earn very competitive salaries in the coming years, depending upon size and nature of the business organization, location and your level of education and expertise in related areas. Government and teaching positions, international law, and job opportunities abroad all offer significant earning potential for the International & Globalization Studies major.

How you'll get there

Here are the requirements you will meet to earn a bachelors degree in International Studies.

B.A Degree in International & Globalization Studies

The major in Globalization builds the skills necessary to understand an increasingly interdependent world. The major joins study in economics, modern history, and political science to intensive work in a foreign language. Students find that these interdisciplinary perspectives widen their horizons, promote rapid intellectual and personal growth, and can open doors to new and challenging career options in multinational companies, international banking, government agencies, or international non-profit organizations.

Globalization majors complete a required program core of 36 credits. A minor in Communications is an attractive choice for developing additional career options. To further foreign language fluency and to assure a genuine international experience, students should spend a significant time abroad in the country whose language they are studying. Typically, this means a semester of study, but it could also comprise an internship or work-based experience.

Students must complete a minimum of 90 credits in liberal arts courses. Regardless of whether the longer study abroad option is taken all majors will be expected to take part in the regularly offered Quebec Experience mini-course (or equivalent) offered in the week before the second semester begins.

Capstone Globalization Course is largely a research and writing course with a different emphasis each year from global warming to the globalized food industry and international media.

Foreign Experience 1

All students are required to take part in the regularly scheduled winter session Quebec trip (or equivalent).

More extensive foreign experience is strongly encouraged for all students.

Courses must come from at least two geographic groups- or by advisement

General Education Requirements- Not fulfilled by Major or required Supporting Courses