Business (Global Politics) ,BA
Analyst, Business, Global, Policy, politics
Are you interested in politics and international relations as they apply to the global economy? In this program, you'll explore the complexities of commerce, trade and geopolitical strategy. Learn how local business decisions can influence global outcomes --- and how you can contribute to shaping those effects.
In the Bachelor of Arts program in business with a concentration in global politics, you learn solid business skills with a global perspective, enabling you to realize and analyze the relationship between business and social science.
You complete the rigorous courses within the global politics concentration, in addition to the skill and core courses required of all W. P. Carey School of Business majors.
- College/school:
W. P. Carey School of Business
- Location: Tempe
- Second language requirement: No
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
- First
required math course:
MAT 210 - Brief Calculus
or MAT 117 College Algebra - Math
intensity: Moderate
This video provides an overview of the Business (Global Politics) degree program at ASU.
What If: See how your courses can be applied to another major and find out how to change your major.
This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. Accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving students who want the opportunity to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master's degree. These programs feature the same high quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
This program is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:
Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
Additional requirements:
First-year admission requirements for this program are the same as the university's first-year admission requirements.
Readmission requirements: Students must have a transfer GPA of 3.00 (if applicable; scale is 4.00 = "A") and a cumulative ASU GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A").
Transfer admission requirements:
Transfer applicants must have a GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") for all transfer work and meet university transfer admission requirements. Transfer students should select an additional major, which must be outside the W. P. Carey School of Business, when applying for admission. Students who are admissible to the university but do not meet admission requirements for this program and did not select a second major or are not admissible to their second major choice will be placed in the BA program in applied business and technology solutions in W. P. Carey School of Business, which is offered via ASU Online as well as at the Polytechnic and West Valley campus locations. Students not interested in that program or campus location may reach out to wpcareyug@asu.edu for assistance in selecting another degree program.
Students should refer to this W. P. Carey School of Business webpage to determine if they meet change of major requirements. Students who are ready to change their major should submit their request through the advising website.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
As globalization continues to impact the way business functions, study abroad programs offer vital experiences, providing business students with opportunities to practice cultural competency-building for global business success.
Students gain valuable skills that employers are looking for, including communication skills, flexibility, motivation and a global perspective on business applications worldwide.
The W. P. Carey School of Business recommends these programs for students majoring in business with a concentration in global politics.
Graduates of the global politics concentration think critically about global problems and integrate inquiry and action to become responsible leaders. Successful graduates have a firm understanding of how the relationship between a local marketplace and politics can impact global decisions. They are prepared to successfully launch careers in many fields, including:
- campaign and issue management
- information analysis
- public relations
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
|---|---|---|
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8.8%
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$101,860
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4.6%
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$56,730
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8.7%
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$114,990
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-4.2%
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$78,740
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1.2%
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$124,720
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1.2%
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$124,720
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4.4%
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$105,770
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4.7%
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$148,270
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6.4%
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$80,390
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Dean, W.P. Carey School of Business
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BA 160
wpcareyug@asu.edu
480-965-4227
Program term definitions
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
ASU adds new programs to Degree Search frequently. Come back often and look for the "New Programs" option.
ASU Online offers programs in an entirely online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. See https://asuonline.asu.edu/ for more information.
