B.S. in Global Economics and Modern Languages (GEML)

Georgia Tech's Bachelor of Science degree in Global Economics & Modern Languages combines rigorous training in economics with extensive foreign language study. The separate language concentrations include Chinese, French, German, Japanese, and Spanish.

GEML graduates fulfill the requirements of industry and government agencies with preparation in understanding the global, economically inter-dependent, multilingual and multicultural environments. Graduates will have in-depth knowledge of not just their own cultures but the capacity to function effectively in a second culture.

All degree programs offered by the School of Economics including the B. S. Degree Global Economics and Modern Languages offer an International Plan Designation (IP). In general the IP designation can be obtained by completing courses in three specified area:

(1) Students are required to complete a general course in Global Economics. Economics 2101 has been approved by the IP committee to fulfill this requirement.

(2) Students are also required to complete a region specific course. Any number of International Affairs course can be used to fulfill this requirement.

(3) Student are also required to complete are capstone course rounding out the international experience. The IP designation also requires students to become proficient in a language as well as spending at least twenty-six week in a foreign culture enrolled School and/or participating in an internship experience.

To get more information on this degree program students are encouraged to visit the School of Modern Languages.

Careers in Global Economics and Modern Languages

• International Banking
• Economic analysis
• Government agencies with an international focus
• International non-governmental organizations
• Preparation for graduate school in Economics, Law, International Affairs, International Business, and Public Policy