The online Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Global Studies seeks to instill in students a solid knowledge of particular cultures, while also providing training in the analysis of global trends. Students will learn how to make connections between their knowledge of a particular part of the world and the larger trends and issues that affect all societies. 15 credit hours must be successfully completed during a three-year period to earn the certificate.

For information regarding deadlines and requirements for admission, please see the Guide to Graduate Admissions.

In addition to the application materials required by the Graduate School, applicants must submit a personal statement elaborating how the certificate will further their personal and professional goals.

Certificate Program Requirements

Required: 18 credit hours

Please consult the department for any prerequisite courses that may be required.

Course List

Code	Title	Credit Hours
Required Core Courses (15 credits)
GES 604	Political Geography	3
GES 605	Sustainable Regional Planning	3
GES 633	Regional Economic Development	3
GES 634	Advanced Topics in European Geography	3
GES 635	Geography of Asia	3
Electives (3 credits)
Select one course (3 credits) from the following:		3
GES 651	Seminar in Regional Geography
HIS 575	Modern Russian History: Selected Topics
Total Credit Hours		18