East Asian Studies Undergraduate Certificate
The East Asian Studies Certificate — open to undergraduate students from any major — gives students a broad understanding of East Asia's critical position in global politics and the world economy.
- A major engine of the global economy, East Asia is driving economic growth, market expansion, and technological advancement worldwide.
- Its influential music and film productions as well as innovative technologies in electronics, robotics, biotechnologies and gaming are shaping global trends.
- Its critical geopolitical position significantly impacts international relations and security dynamics in the Asia-Pacific region.
The East Asian Studies Certificate examines these trends across the region, which includes China, Korea, Japan and Taiwan.
The program includes courses from various colleges and disciplines, including multiple opportunities for study abroad.
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Career Opportunities
As American businesses expand to East Asian nations, and East Asian-based businesses expand to the United States, many employers see graduates with a solid background in East Asia as desirable prospective employees.
- This certificate prepares students for careers in global business such as international marketing, trade analysis, and cross-cultural management within multinational corporations with operations in East Asia.
- Graduates also pursue careers in international relations, diplomacy, conflict resolution and peacebuilding, as well as human rights law and advocacy.
- They work in academia and research institutions, cultural and arts management, media and journalism in roles focused on East Asian affairs.
- Within nonprofit and governmental agencies, they might find themselves addressing gender, ethnicity and religious issues in the region.
Certificate Requirements
The East Asian Studies Certificate program requires a minimum of 26 hours and maintaining a 2.5 or higher GPA in certificate courses.
Courses and Languages
- Take the core course HIST 2460 - The Rise of Modern Asia.
- Complete two years (four semesters) or equivalent in an East Asian language. OHIO offers language courses in Chinese and Japanese.
- Take three elective courses such as Buddhism, History of Traditional or Modern Japan, Economics of China, and Introduction to Japanese Culture, and many more.
Contact Us for More Information
Dr. Joshua Hill
Director of Undergraduate Studies, Center for International Studies
Associate Professor of Chinese History
hillj6@ohio.edu