Master in International Trade

The International Trade program at Sogang University's Graduate School of International Studies (GSIS) prepares students to analyze how goods, services, and capital cross borders and how trade policy shapes those flows. The curriculum typically includes international trade theory, trade law, logistics and supply chain management, and the study of regional and multilateral trade agreements, building skills used in export management, trade compliance, and international business strategy. Students also explore how trade connects to industrial policy and economic development, which is relevant for careers at trade ministries, industry associations, and companies that operate across multiple markets. This master's degree is delivered at Sogang University in Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea, over a two-year period through GSIS, with admissions in March and September of every year. Instruction is given in English, allowing an international group of students to study trade policy and practice together and to work confidently in English-language business and negotiation settings after graduation. Being housed within GSIS also means trade students take courses alongside peers studying diplomacy and international affairs, which broadens their understanding of how trade decisions are made in a political and diplomatic context. Career paths for graduates include trade analyst, supply chain coordinator, customs and compliance specialist, and policy researcher, with many going on to work for government agencies, multinational corporations, or organizations that support trade relationships between South Korea and other countries. The program suits students who want both technical trade skills and a grounding in international relations.