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Contact Information
Lauren Blanchard (Department Chair)
(831) 646-4163
lblanchard@mpc.edu
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Program Overview

What does it mean to be a global citizen? As technology, media, trade, migration, and international challenges bring the world’s people into closer connection, the Global Studies program is designed to ensure students better understand  the processes and consequences of globalization. This program focuses on how the worldwide challenges we confront in the 21st century can be managed and resolved through the dedicated action of people around the globe working together.    

Job Outlook

In an increasingly integrated world, there are numerous opportunities for those with a global perspective who are capable of analyzing information.  Many Global Studies graduates pursue careers related to world affairs, from joining non-governmental organizations at home and abroad to working for political campaigns and at every level of government. They also work as educators at schools and universities  throughout California and the United States. 

Potential Careers

*Community Service Specialists
(may require additional training)

$27,120 - $78,680

*Journalists & News Analysts
(may require additional training)

$29,370 - $124,100

*College Sociology Instructors
(may require additional training)

$49,580 - $183,300

*Lawyers
(may require additional training)

$75,610 - $208,000+

*Foreign Service Officers
(may require additional training)

$82,360 - $109,206

MPC Degrees and Certificates

  • Global Studies - Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T)

Suggested Course Sequence (AA-T)

Year 1

FALL
 UNITS
 SPRING UNITS

ENGL 1A 

 3

MATH 16

 4

GLST 1

 3

GLST 2

 3

FREN/JPNS/SPAN 1 

 5-6

FREN/JPNS/SPAN 2

5 

   or US-1 + US-2 & 3 Course

ECON 2, 4 or GEOG 4

 3

Area E

 3

 
   PERS 10 rec.       
LIBR 50 1    
       
Total Fall Units
 15-16
 Total Spring Units
 15

Year 2

FALL
 UNITS
 SPRING UNITS

ENGL 2

 3

Area A1

 3

POLS 4

 3

HIST 8

 3

FREN/JPNS/SPAN 3

 5

Major List A

 3

Area B1 & B3

 4

Area B2

 3

    

   ANTH 2 rec.

  
 
Area C1   3
       
Total Fall Units
 15 Total Spring Units 15

This is a suggested sequence of coursework and is one pathway for students to earn their degree/certificate. This is not an official educational plan. A counselor is able to assist you with creating a personalized education plan based on your academic, career, and personal goals. For more information about counseling and up-to-date program requirements, please visit www.mpc.edu/counseling. 

Testimonials 

Zachary Diaz

MPC taught me so many things: passion for the social sciences and humanities; the ability to write papers and articulate myself clearly; and the ability to learn, grow, and engage with a host of wonderful teachers, classmates, and staff. MPC prepared me to successfully transfer to my dream school, UCLA, and continue onto graduate school and my dream job.