Global Studies

Global Studies is an interdisciplinary program whose mission is to provide students with knowledge about the world outside their own borders, so they are ready to engage in meaningful ways with an ever-changing global society. We ensure that students have the opportunities to develop the skills and experiences to succeed in a wide range of professions related to global and intercultural affairs (be it in an international or a domestic setting).

Career Opportunities

Foreign Diplomat/International Organization Worker (e.g., United Nations), Government Official/Elected Official, Intelligence Officers and Analysts, International Lawyer, International Business Position, Nonprofit Organization Staff Member focusing on international affairs (e.g. Amnesty International), Print/Broadcast Journalist, Analyst in International Development organizations (e.g , World Bank), Graduate Study in History, Political Science, International Affairs, and Education.

Faculty

Bozonelos, Dino

Transfer

Global Studies has grown dramatically over the last decade, particularly after the Global Financial Crisis of 2008. 17 CSUs out of the 23 have a global studies component. There are 8 B.A. programs in Global Studies at the CSUs. There are also 4 B.A. programs in International Studies. These 3 B.A. programs do not have GLST/GBST prefix courses but are moving in that direction. Finally, there are 6 global studies tracks housed within other majors at the CSUs.

CSU B.A. Programs:

San Bernardino: Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies
San Marcos: Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies
Monterey Bay: Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies
Channel Islands: Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies
San Jose State: Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies
Cal Maritime: Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies & Maritime Affairs
Sonoma State: Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies
East Bay: Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies
Long Beach: Bachelor of Arts in International Studies
San Diego: Bachelor of Arts in Comparative International Studies
Humboldt: Bachelor of Arts in International Studies

CSU programs with Global Studies tracks in other majors:

Fullerton: Global Studies track in Liberal Studies major
Dominguez Hills: Global Studies concentration in Interdisciplinary Studies major
Northridge: Global Studies pathway in General Education major
Stanislaus: Global Studies concentration in Social Sciences major

For the most up-to-date information on these programs and others, visit assist.org. Please stop by the Transfer Center in Building 23 or make an appointment with a counselor if you have questions.

Program Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) are statements of the kind of learning a program hopes a student will achieve. The PLOs describe the knowledge, skills, problem-solving, communication, and values that apply to all certificates and/or degrees within that program.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:

Define concepts in global studies (e.g., globalization, interdependence, development, regional and cultural diversity, inequality, world problems, states, and international organizations).
Identify, analyze, and discuss the global dimensions to various cultural, social, geographic, economic, and/or political issues, past and present. Demonstrate skills in the methods and theories used to study global topics.
Demonstrate a breadth of knowledge and critical thinking skills as related to global affairs.
Analyze global issues within a wide variety of assigned formats.

Global Studies Courses

GLST 101 Introduction to Global Studies (3.0 Units)

Interdisciplinary examination of social, economic, and political change in a global context. Understanding of world views, cultural contexts, and key international institutions as well as the development of skills necessary to live and work in a cross-cultural setting will be stressed. Strong emphasis on learning the techniques necessary to access and analyze varied sources of information about globalization. .

Recommended Preparation: ENGL 101.0, HIST 103, and HIST 104

Lecture Hours: 54.0

Transfer: Transfers to both UC/CSU

GLST 102 Global Problems/Issues (3.0 Units)

This course introduces students to the origins, current status, and future trends of major transnational issues confronting the global community. Topics can include population trends, economic development and inequality, basic human needs (for food, water health care), human rights, international conflict and security concerns, and environmental problems. The course also focuses on global governance, including the study of collective global responsibilities. .