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Global Studies

THINK GLOBALLY, LEARN LOCALLY

WHY DOES IVY TECH OFFER GLOBAL STUDIES?

Because Indiana employers asked for it! In today's labor market, it is almost impossible to be unaffected by the global forces influencing our economy. Many U.S. businesses are expanding their operations into different areas of the world, so even if you plan to remain in Indiana, you are very likely to interact with people from other countries and cultures on the job. 

There are more than 1,050 Indiana businesses with Foreign Direct Investment from 37 different countries. Employers want to know that you have the skills to thrive in this diverse global community.

  • 193,000 Indiana jobs are already supported by multinational corporations
  • Indiana is home to the highest percentage of private sector jobs from foreign-owned firms in the Midwest
  • Between 2013-2018, foreign-owned companies announced plans to invest $11 billion in Indiana and create 27,600 new jobs
  • A study of more than 2,100 U.S. employers found that 93% highly valued employees who "are able to work effectively with customers, clients, and businesses from a range of different countries and cultures."

Source: Indiana Economic Development Association

EMPLOYERS VALUE A GLOBAL MINDSET

It’s important that college graduates, whatever their location, be not just globally competitive but also globally competent, understanding their roles as citizens and workers in an international context.

Our Global Studies certificates will teach you about thriving in a global workforce and how to succeed in a diverse society, making you more marketable in finding a job. It shows future employers that you have the ability to think critically and globally. A Global certificate on your resume lets them know that you're prepared to thrive in and serve your global community. 

TWO GLOBAL CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE

Ivy Tech offers two unique certificates in the area of Global Studies:

Global Studies Certificate

Enhance your Ivy Tech associate degree by earning a Global Studies Certificate along with it. To earn this certificate, students take courses designated as having global content—many of which you may already be taking—and complete other globally-focused activities such as developing a global resume, participating in global immersion experiences, and completing a capstone experience.

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Global Workforce Skills Certificate

The Global Workforce Skills Certificate is a short-term certificate credential (known as a certificate) available within Ivy Tech's Business Administration academic program. The certificate can be earned as part of your Business Administration associate degree, as part of a General Studies associate degree, or as a stand-alone certificate. It can also be earned by itself or as a companion to any other associate degree from an Ivy Tech academic program. Students earn this certificate solely by completing coursework from a specific set of globally-oriented courses; no additional activities are needed.

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COMPARE GLOBAL CERTIFICATES

 

Global Studies Certificate

Global Workforce Skills Certificate

Credit Hours 15 credits
(global courses that can also count toward degree)
21 credits
Add-On or Stand-Alone An add-on to any Ivy Tech degree An add-on to any Ivy Tech degree or earn on its own
Class Options
  • Choose from an extensive list of classes
  • Most students are already taking applicable classes within their associate degree curriculum
  • Includes Global Studies Capstone
Extra Experiences

Yes. Required experiences include:

  • Global Studies orientation session
  • 4 global immersion activities (e.g., travel, workshops, book study, U.S. Institute of Peace online certification, etc.)
  • Global resume and letters of reference
  • Capstone experience (e.g., an international project, research, competition, community service, or study abroad)
No extra activities required
Where Offered All Ivy Tech campuses All Ivy Tech campuses
Outcome
  • Completion noted on transcript
  • Receive a global reference/recommendation letter
  • Earn a short-term certificate credential (known as a certificate)
Eligible for Financial Aid No Yes
 

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GLOBAL STUDIES CERTIFICATE DETAILS

GLOBAL WORKFORCE SKILLS CERTIFICATE DETAILS

Questions about Global Studies?

Contact Emily Watson
Coordinator of Global Education

Email: ewatson27@ivytech.edu
Phone: (317) 921-4632
Text: (317) 283-1981


Tell Us You're Interested

  • Global Studies Certificate: Complete this form to be added to Ivy Tech's Global Studies Certificate IvyLearn group.
  • Global Workforce Skills Certificate: Complete this form and we'll contact you to answer any questions you have.

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