The Global Studies B.A. is an interdisciplinary liberal arts and sciences degree that helps to prepare students for a wide variety of career paths. Check out the multitude of careers available through the Employment Board Portals below. Each of the portals listed offer unique opportunities to Global Studies majors, from international development and healthcare to environmental policy and intelligence analysis. In conjunction with what is offered here, Global Studies majors are strongly encouraged to make use of the UMBC Career Center so you can start planning your life beyond UMBC.
Employment Board Portals
Top Industries for Global Studies Majors
Federal Agencies and Departments
International Development Companies
Non-government Organizations
Non-profit Organizations
Think Tanks
United Nations Agencies
For an excellent introductory guide to career paths related to Global Studies, students should consult Careers in International Affairs, 9th edition, Georgetown University Press, 2014.