International Studies

The International Studies certificate is designed to develop global perspective skills, critical thinking abilities, and the cultural sensitivity to work with people from all backgrounds. While some students use this course work as a stepping stone to graduate programs, others may utilize international studies in business consulting, journalism, education, public affairs, or any other area that requires an international and cross-cultural perspective. This program presents students with multiple course offerings to accommodate varied interests within the subject of International Studies. If you would like to discuss study options with an SCS adviser, call 312-503-1177 to schedule an appointment.

Certificate Requirements (Choose 6 Courses)

• ANTHRO 211 Culture and Society
• ANTHRO 215 The Study of Culture through Language
• ECON 305 Comparative Economic Systems *
• ECON 325 Economic Growth and Development *
• ECON 326 Economics of Developing Countries *
• ECON 361 International Trade *
• ECON 362 International Finance *
• LING 220 Language and Society
• POLI SCI 240 Introduction to International Relations
• POLI SCI 341 International Political Economy
• POLI SCI 342 International Organizations
• POLI SCI 343 International Law
• POLI SCI 345 National Security
• POLI SCI 348 Globalization
• POLI SCI 358 Nationalism

* Economics courses typically require prerequisite courses. See individual course descriptions. Other courses with international topics may be applied to this program.

Note: Not all of the above courses are offered annually. Related courses may be substituted, with the approval of the Assistant Dean.

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