Resources
The University of Illinois offers several opportunities for professional development whether your goal is to go into academia, the public sector, non-profit, corporate, or entrepreneurial work.
Career Advising
As you search for internships, practicums, and postgraduate opportunities, the University of Illinois and the MSGS program has several resources to support you including the program advisor.
Internships and Practicums
Through the Global Studies Practicum course, students will have the opportunity to participate in practical professional training through an internship or work within an approved organization.
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In Remembrance: Emeritus Professor Robert McKim
We mourn the loss of our esteemed colleague Robert McKim, Emeritus, who passed away over the summer. Please click here to view the announcement by the Department of Philosophy: https://philosophy.illinois.edu/...
UP 423: Community Development in the Global South
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Introduces students to the main theoretical frameworks and conceptual building blocks of urban and community development in the global South.
Community Development in the Global South (4 credit hrs)
Introduces students to the main theoretical frameworks and conceptual building blocks of urban and community development in the global South. It helps students to develop a critical grassroots focused understanding of the approaches to development planning, the notion of community participation and empowerment, and the role of various actors including the non-government organizations and the community-based groups.
This course caters to upper level undergraduate and graduate students with an interest in working in the field of international development as volunteers or as development...
Related Programs
Global Studies Graduate Minor
A 12-credit hour graduate minor consisting of three courses relating to global studies.
Academic Resources
Additional resources for current and prospective Masters of Global Studies students
Professional Development
The programs involved in the MS in Global Studies have a rich history of developing and supporting degrees, minors, programs, certificates, and courses that position Illinois graduates for producti
Tuition and Financial Support
The Global Studies program, is committed to supporting the financial needs of our students through an individualized funding approach that considers your unique situations and challenges.