Carroll University

Bachelor in Global Studies

Upon completing the global studies major students should:

• View global challenges from a perspective that integrates political, historical, economic, cultural and normative perspectives.
• Be able to articulate the primary theoretical frameworks used to understand the global arena.
• Understand the role of important state and non-state actors (international and non-governmental groups and organizations) in the global arena.
• Demonstrate strong communications skills (reading, writing and listening) as well as analytical and critical skills that enable them to dissect and solve complex problems effectively.
• Demonstrate the capacity to conduct independent research (identify and develop a research question, design research strategies based on the application of quantitative and/or qualitative methodologies, access and interpret information from print and electronic sources, write and present a critical and analytical argument).

Our majors pursue careers in:

• International business
• International relations
• Government
• Nonprofit
• Language services
• Education
• Journalism

Example job titles of graduates with a bachelor’s degree in global studies:

• Import/export coordinator
• International sales representative
• Associate country manager
• Regulatory affairs associate
• Translator
• Field specialist
• Public relations assistant

Types of employers for global studies graduates:

• Domestic and foreign corporations
• International firms
• Transportation/travel/hospitality industry
• Government and international agencies
• Nonprofit organizations
• Humanitarian organizations
• Educational institutions
• Media

Carroll's global studies program graduates have gone into a variety of careers including positions at:

• City Year
• United Community Center

Carroll's global studies program graduates have gone on to pursue graduate degrees at schools such as:

• Marquette University
• DePaul University
• American University

Core Courses

• POL 103 - Politics of the World’s Nations 4 Hour(s)
• POL 155 - Contemporary Global Politics 4 Hour(s)
• POL 266 - Methods of Social Science Research 4 Hour(s)
• POL 276 - Democracy, Globalization, and International Governance 4 Hour(s)
• POL 399 - Capstone in Political Science and Global Studies 4 Hour(s)

Elective Courses: (7 Courses or 28 Credits)

Students must complete at least one course from each track below. In addition, students select a track of concentration taking an additional four courses within that track. Of those four courses within that track, at least two courses must be at the 200 or 300 level and one course must be a 200 or 300 level course coming from History, Religious Studies, or Philosophy.

• Regional Track
• Issues Track
• Economics Track

Bachelor of Arts Requirements

The requirements for a Bachelor of Arts are:

• Students must take 8 credits in the same modern language (MLL) other than English, this does not include American Sign Language. Carroll University will accept a total of 8 transferred credits from another college/university as long as all 8 credits are completed in the same language.
  **International students who have English as their second language should contact the Registrar concerning the Modern Language requirement.
• MAT 106 - Mathematics for the Liberal Arts 4 Hour(s) or higher
• ENG 170 - Writing Seminar 4 Hour(s)
• Degree requirements cannot be waived.

Note: Each major may have specific course sequencing requirements. For specific requirements, see “Required Support Courses” within each major

Internships

We help you build real-world experience, explore careers, and network with professionals through internship opportunities. Recent placements include the following companies:

• Wisconsin World Trade Center
• Chicago World Affairs Council
• Washington Center, Washington D.C.
• Sierra Club of Wisconsin
• Schools of Hope Program through AmeriCorps