International Studies Department

International Studies Major

Japan has been playing an important role in the international community for many years. International organizations, such as the United Nations, and international business corporations are seeking able personnel resources. The goal of this department is to develop internationally-minded individuals who can contribute to the international community. International studies majors study world history and culture, economics, politics, law, and international business, while acquiring foreign language skills.

Departmental Requirements

COMS 213 Cross-Cultural Communications
HIJA 201 Japanese History to 1868
HIJA 202 Japanese History since 1868
HIUS 220 Civilization of the U.S.
HIEU 201 Western Civilization to 1868
HIEU 202 Western Civilization since 1868

Business Concentration

BUSI 102 Intro. to Computer-based Systems
BUSI 301 Business Law
BUSI 310 Principles of Management
BUSI 340 Organizational Behavior I*
BUSI 342 Human Resource Management*
BUSI 343 Collective Bargaining and Labor Relations*
BUSI 400 Strategic Planning and Labor Relations*
ECNC 213 Principles of Economics I
ECNC 214 Principles of Economics II
*One of these courses required

Government Concentration

GOVT 220 American Government
GOVT 201 Japanese Government
GOVT 330 Intro. to Comparative Politics
GOVT 340 International Relations
GOVT 403 International Trade and Finance
GOVT 495 Directed Study
GOVT 497 Special Topics

Make sure to also look at Graduation Requirements page.