Student Learning Outcomes

Students graduating from this program will:

• Discuss the political and economic features of regimes around the world
• Identify the structures and foundations of the international system
• Describe the history and culture of another region of the world
• Describe the political and economic structures that influence how countries interact with each other

Degree Requirements

• The requirement for the International Studies (IS) minor is 18 hours of International Studies coursework. Courses will only count toward the minor if a grade of C- or better is earned.
• At least 9 hours must be at the 300/400 level. At least 9 hours must be earned at UMKC unless the student participates in a study abroad program, in which case up to 12 hours may be transferred.
• Students may count up to 6 hours from their major, with approval, toward the minor.
• Additional courses may fulfill requirements with the approval of the International Studies minor advisor.

• Minors are encouraged to study abroad and students can count up to 9 hours of study abroad coursework toward the minor with approval of the IS minor advisor.

• Students are encouraged to complete an internship and can count up to 3 hours of an internship toward the minor with approval of the IS minor advisor.

Course Requirements