Do you dream of making an impact in the global business world? At the Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies, our programs are designed for innovative thinkers eager to develop the expertise and global perspective needed to succeed as entrepreneurs, executives, and business professionals. Here, you’ll find the flexibility to tailor your education to your passions while building the skills to thrive in an ever-changing international marketplace.
Our Students Lead in Business
43% of our students begin careers in business-related industries at companies like:
- Accenture
- Amazon
- AON Corporation
- Boeing
- C. H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc.
- Deloitte
- Discover Financial Services
- Dow Jones
- Eli Lilly and Company
- Epic Systems
- Ernst and Young
- Fidelity Investments
- FTI Consulting
- Goldman Sachs
- Grant Thornton LLP
- Kohl’s
- MasterCard Incorporated
- MGM Resorts International
- Nomura Greentech
- PwC
- S&P Global
- Target Corporation
- Starbucks Corporation
- UBS Financial Services, Inc.
In positions such as:
- Business Development Consultant
- Business Immigration Analyst
- Business Technology Solutions Analyst
- Consulting Development
- Program Analyst
- Digital Risk Consultant
- Entrepreneurship & Venture Capital Associate
- Financial Analyst
- International Trade Compliance Analyst
- Investment Banking Analyst
- Logistics Account Executive
- Market Research Analyst
- Marketing Director
- Media Content Specialist
- Public Finance Analyst
- Public Sector Consultant
- Retail Operations Analyst
- Security Analyst
- Technical Writer and Data Analyst
- Technology Consultant, Security & Privacy
- Transatlantic Strategy Associate
Graduates of the Hamilton Lugar School are prepared to excel in the business world, bringing a unique combination of global insights, regional expertise, and language skills to industries worldwide. With the knowledge gained through our programs, they are ready to lead and innovate in the dynamic international business landscape.
Cybersecurity and Global Policy B.S.
The Cybersecurity and Global Policy major equips students with critical skills that are essential for success in the business world, including risk management, data protection, and strategic decision-making in a digitally interconnected and security-focused global economy.
What you’ll learn:
Risk management
Global policy analysis
Data protection and privacy
Strategic decision-making
Crisis management
Communication and negotiation
$89K - $126K/yr
Total pay range, Digital Risk Consultant, Glassdoor
International Law and Institutions B.A.
The International Law and Institutions major develops essential skills for thriving in the business world, including navigating international legal frameworks, negotiating contracts, and managing risks in multinational and policy-driven industries.
What you’ll learn:
Understanding legal frameworks
Contract negotiation
Policy analysis and advocacy
Risk assessment and management
Corporate social responsibility (CSR)
Dispute resolution
Global governance knowledge
Cross-cultural communication
$77K - $130K/yr
Total pay range, International Trade Compliance Analyst, Glassdoor
International Studies B.A., B.S., B.A./M.A.
The International Studies major prepares students to excel in the business world by fostering global perspectives, cross-cultural communication, and analytical skills essential for navigating international markets and building global partnerships.
What you’ll learn:
Global market analysis
Cross-cultural communication
Strategic planning
Negotiation and diplomacy
Problem-solving
Project management
Ethical leadership
$95K - $173K/yr
Total pay range, Public Sector Consultant, Glassdoor
Additional ways our students gain business skills:
HLS Global Development Consulting
Each semester, HLS Global Development Consulting (HLSGDC) complete a consulting project for an international development organization. Through this opportunity, students:
Gain valuable professional skills including leadership, teamwork, organization, and more
Network with other students and international development organizations
Make a meaningful contribution to an international development project
HLS Internship Placement Program
We have partnered with leading organizations, globally-minded think tanks, government agencies, and international companies who are committed to providing HLS students internships.
Gain regional expertise through an area studies program
Central Eurasian Studies B.A.
East Asian Languages & Cultures B.A.
East Asian Studies B.A.
India Studies B.A.
Middle Eastern Languages & Cultures B.A.
You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers
Have questions about how our programs align with your business interests? Connect with us to explore how the Hamilton Lugar School’s majors can help you achieve your career goals in the dynamic world of business.