Global & International Studies at IU Indianapolis gives you a wide-ranging, interdisciplinary lens for understanding the complexities of global politics, economics, social movements, cultures, and environments. Growing quickly in popularity, the program brings together the social sciences and humanities to explore the pressing issues of the 21st century. You’ll examine major global challenges, economic inequality, conflict, migration, climate change, human rights, political systems, and worldwide social movements, and learn how they shape the world you live in. ranging, interdisciplinary lens for understanding the complexities of global politics, economics, social movements, cultures, and environments.
You’ll look closely at how global problems shape local experiences, and how deeply interconnected nations, communities, and individuals have become. At its core, the program helps you build the knowledge and skills needed to navigate a world defined by constant change and increasing interdependence.
Here in Indiana, the state’s economic future is tied closely to global investment and the export of agricultural, life science, and automotive products. The “Crossroads of America” has become a major international freight hub, and communities across the state reflect ties to places around the world. At the same time, Hoosiers are working abroad as service members, Peace Corps volunteers, missionaries, and international business leaders.
Global perspective careers
In a world where global connections shape nearly every field and industry, this area of study gives you the insight and skills to succeed. You’ll learn how international issues influence local realities and build a multidisciplinary foundation in economics, politics, history, culture, and society. Graduates take this global perspective into careers in diplomacy, civil or foreign service, translation and interpretation, teaching, journalism, consulting, finance, immigration and customs work, and even the armed forces—anywhere a broad understanding of the world opens doors.
Minor in Global & International Studies
The minor in Global & International Studies is a powerful way to elevate any major at IU Indy. Through flexible, interdisciplinary coursework, you’ll gain a clearer understanding of how cultural, political, and economic forces shape the world and how those same forces influence your future career choices. Whether you’re studying business, health, engineering, the arts, or anything else, this minor gives you a wider lens and a competitive edge as you step into an increasingly global job market.
As you move through the program, you’ll explore global issues from multiple perspectives, learn about different regions of the world, and build the analytical skills employers value. You can tailor your electives to your interests, choose courses across departments, and even apply credits from approved study abroad programs. By the time you finish, you’ll be ready for a professional career or graduate study that thrives on global awareness—whether your ambitions take you across Indiana, across the country, or across the world
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For questions about any of these academic offerings, contact Global & International Studies director, Michael Snodgrass.
