<p>Whenever I see job opportunities for International Studies majors, they include international business. How does that work? I thought International Studies is mostly political.</p>
<p>Also, maybe you can just tell me if this is a major I should take. I want to study the history and culture of foreign places, yes that isn't very pragmatic job-wise. Pragmatically, I want to do business or sociology. </p>
<p>Whats the difference between International Studies and International Affairs and International Relations. Each college pretty much only has one of those, and they have different descriptions for each. Are they essentially the same thing?</p>
<p>"Whats the difference between International Studies and International Affairs and International Relations. Each college pretty much only has one of those, and they have different descriptions for each. Are they essentially the same thing? " ~ Shadowzoid</p>
<p>What’s the difference between a leprechaun, an elf, and a hobbit?</p>
<p>Essentially, they all prepare you to do the same thing. What matters is how effectively you take advantage of whatever program you end up in. Any of the above majors are meant to guide you into the government/political/non-profit sector.</p>
<p>If you are interested in grad school, don’t do Poli Sci or IR. Go get your MBA or MPA. Unless you want to teach the subject, a masters in this field isn’t going to help much with careers. Some may be fortunate to become some kind of analyst, which may require a MA in IR/Poli Sci, but typically they will also require an expertise in a focused area.</p>
<p>If you want to work overseas, the best route is to join the military after you graduate and become an officer. Get your security clearance and some transferable experience and you will be marketable.</p>