Global and Regional Studies: East Asia Concentration, BA
The East Asia Concentration is a multidisciplinary program that supplies students with the skills and knowledge base to tackle challenges and make connections in the region of their interest.
Our seasoned, approachable faculty will guide you through a diverse set of global topics, including world history, macroeconomics, cultural geography, and world politics, with an emphasis on the culture and customs of East Asia. From there, you have the opportunity to craft your educational trajectory, with multiple study abroad opportunities, a required minor in the subject of your choice, and course offerings in everything from archaeology to literature. Your studies will culminate with an original contribution to the field of Global Studies research.
You will leave this program with greater language proficiency, cultural literacy, and communication and critical thinking skills, all valuable assets in any future career.
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Get to know our well-respected faculty and their academic specialties. Or explore scholarship opportunities and an array of study abroad possibilities.
Earn an Global and Regional Studies: East Asia, BA and a Single-Subject Teaching Credential at Saint Mary's in just four years through our Single Subject Teaching Credential Integrated Pathway!
What can you do with a degree in Global & Regional Studies: East Asia?
Regional expertise, language proficiency, and cross-cultural analysis equip you for roles across diplomacy, business, education, and nonprofits focused on East Asia.
(*Some careers may require additional certification or graduate study).
Foreign Service / Diplomatic Officer (Entry-Level)
Support reporting, cultural outreach, and policy briefings on East Asian political and economic developments.
International Trade & Market Analyst
Evaluate tariffs, supply chains, and consumer trends in East Asian markets to guide go-to-market strategy.
Cultural Affairs / Program Officer
Design exchanges, grants, and public-diplomacy events that build U.S.–East Asia cultural and educational ties.
NGO Program Coordinator
Manage partnerships, monitor outcomes, and handle grant compliance for regional development or rights initiatives.
Intelligence / Risk Analyst (Junior)
Aggregate open-source and field data to assess geopolitical, regulatory, and security risks across the region.
Localization & Content Specialist (East Asian Markets)
Adapt products, apps, and communications for local languages and norms; maintain terminology and QA workflows.
Study Abroad / International Programs Advisor
Place students in East Asia programs, handle visas and risk protocols, and deliver intercultural prep.
APAC Supply Chain & Logistics Analyst
Track vendors, lead times, and trade compliance to optimize sourcing and distribution in the Asia-Pacific.
Saint Mary's Testimonials
“The education I received from St. Mary’s has helped me enormously. I would not have this job without the Spanish I learned. Cultural competency is also extremely important when working with people from different cultures.”
Rachel Kane, Class of 2016
