Is Studying International Relations Worth It? (Truth From an IR Graduate)

Hello, future IR grads :) In this video, I share a bit of my experience as well as the wonderful benefits of studying International Relations (IR)! In summary, studying IR can help you: 🌍 Gain a Deeper Understanding of The World Studying IR can help you gain a deeper understanding of complex global issues that transcend borders. Through IR, I've dived deep into pressing global issues-from security to human rights. In this interconnected age, understanding these multifaceted challenges feels so crucial. 🔍 Sharpen your Skills and Stand Out in Any Career! My journey in IR wasn't just about theory. It honed my critical thinking, sharpened my analytical edge, and made me a research whiz. These skills have made me feel confident to stand out in any job setting. 💼 Explore Endless Career Opportunities! An IR degree will open doors to a vast array of possibilities and careers. From diplomacy to working with local community organizations (or international ones), sharing knowledge as an academic, helping shape public opinion through journalism or influencing policies through public policy. 🌐 Embrace Cultural Competency and Thrive in a Diverse World! Diving into IR, I got to immerse myself in diverse cultures and perspectives. This journey has been invaluable, teaching me to navigate and appreciate the mosaic of our global society. This has been my most cherished takeaway from my studies. 💥 Be a Catalyst for Change and Make a Meaningful Impact! Whether your passion lies in tackling climate change, championing human rights, or addressing geopolitical conflicts, your IR education equips you to be a catalyst for transformative change. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out, and I'll be sure to do my best to answer them! ❤️ SOCIALS 🌱 Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/jclarkelister Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jclarkelister/ Follow me on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thejamesjonathon Follow me on X: https://twitter.com/jclarkelister Website: jclarkelister.com Business/say hello: jclarkelister@proton.me TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - intro 01:46 - time & money 03:10 - transferable skills 04:11 - the value of cultural sensitivity 06:11 - career opportunities 07:00 - summary Music: Morning Routine by Ghostrifter Official | https://soundcloud.com/ghostrifter-official Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY-SA 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ bedtime after a coffee by Barradeen | https://soundcloud.com/barradeen/ Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Tags: #CollegeDegrees #CollegeMajors #Degrees #Majors #CareersInInternationalRelations #CareersInPolitics #InternationalRelations #InternationalRelationsDegree #InternationalRelationsMajor #MasterOfInternationalRelations #BachelorOfInternationalRelations #WhatYouCanDoWithAnInternationalRelationsDegree #GettingAJobAfterIR #ProsAndConsOfInternationalRelationsMajor #ShouldIMajorInInternationalRelations