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International Affairs Minor

Gain a Global Prospective

The minor benefits your career in:

See the global implications of your work in the military service.

Gain an understanding of intricacy of international affairs that is critical in a diplomatic career.

Understand the issues that create international conflicts to which aid organizations respond.

Whether it's a career position with an agency or as an elected official, your knowledge of international affairs is important to your success.

Learn To

Analyze and debate the impact of law and norms of international relations

Understand American foreign policy and national security

Examine global terrorism and humanitarian crises

International Affairs Minor Overview

Learn about global politics

If you are interested in politics, foreign policy and conflicts among nations worldwide, then this minor is for you.

It focuses on foreign policy, international law, global politics and national security. You will learn about theories and practical applications. 

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Sample Courses

Table shows sample courses in the program
PLS 220 Intro to International Relations
PLS 425 International Politics
PLS 222 Contemporary International Political Issues
PLS 422 Contemporary American Foreign Policy
PLS 423 National Security Policy
PLS 426 International Law
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How Do I Minor in International Affairs?

Students must earn at least a “C” (2.00) average among all courses counted toward the minor.

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