Global and Regional Studies: Global Studies Concentration, BA
The Global Studies Track is a multidisciplinary program that supplies students with the skills and knowledge base to tackle global challenges.
Our seasoned, approachable faculty will guide you through a diverse set of global topics, including world history, macroeconomics, cultural geography, and world politics. From there, you have the opportunity to craft your educational trajectory, with multiple study abroad opportunities and a wealth of course offerings in everything from archaeology to Mexican 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: Global Studies, 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 Studies?
Interdisciplinary training in languages, global systems, and cross-cultural analysis prepares you for roles across diplomacy, development, business, and NGOs.
(*Some careers may require additional certification or graduate study).
Foreign Service / Diplomatic Officer (Entry-Level)
Support reporting, cultural outreach, and policy briefs on global political and economic issues.
International Development Project Coordinator
Manage grants, partner logistics, and monitoring & evaluation for humanitarian or sustainability programs.
Global Supply Chain / Trade Compliance Analyst
Track regulations, tariffs, and logistics risks to keep cross-border operations efficient and compliant.
Human Rights / Policy Analyst (Junior)
Synthesize research, draft memos, and brief stakeholders on governance, migration, or civil-society topics.
Risk & Intelligence Analyst (OSINT)
Integrate open-source data to assess geopolitical, regulatory, and security exposures for multinational teams.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) / ESG Analyst
Collect impact metrics, align reporting with frameworks, and support ethical sourcing and climate goals.
International Education & Study Abroad Advisor
Place students in overseas programs, manage visas and safety protocols, and deliver intercultural prep.
Global Communications / Localization Specialist
Adapt content for regional audiences, coordinate translators, and maintain terminology and QA workflows.
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
