UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG - UMUC Europe

Minor in Business Administration
The business administration minor complements the skills
the student gains in his or her major discipline by providing
a study of principles and techniques used in organizing,
planning, managing, and leading within various organizations.
objectives
The student who graduates with a minor in business
administration will be able to
G Use critical thinking skills in conducting research in
business and management.
G Apply analytical and problem-solving methods in resolving
business management problems and issues.
G Identify and apply key concepts and theories in business
and management.
G Employ effective written and oral communication skills
consistent with the business and professional environment.
G Develop innovative leadership and team-management
skills necessary for success in a diverse and changing
workplace.
Requirements for the minor
A minor in business administration requires the completion
of 15 credits in business administration, drawn from various
disciplines as appropriate. Courses in ACCT, BMGT, ENMT,
FINC, HRMN, MGST, and MRKT apply.
Students are recommended to take BMGT 364 as the first
course if not already applied elsewhere in the degree. Courses
may not duplicate those used to meet the requirements for the
major. At least 9 credits must be earned in upper-level courses
(numbered 300 or above). Prerequisites apply for all courses.
For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree,
students should refer to their major and pp. 66-68.
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