Minor Programs

Develop a solid grounding in financial reporting, cost analysis, and accounting systems that shape decision-making across industries. In this minor, you’ll strengthen technical and analytical skills while learning to evaluate financial data, assess performance, and support strategic planning. To round out your studies, you can choose electives that align with your career goals in business, government, or nonprofit management.

Learn how to transform raw data into clear insights that drive smarter decisions across industries. In this minor, you’ll build skills in statistics, data visualization, and business analytics while practicing how to interpret complex information and apply it to real-world challenges. With electives available to match your interests, the program strengthens your analytical thinking and prepares you for careers in business, technology, social sciences, and any field that depends on data-driven strategy.

Gain the skills to successfully plan, manage, and deliver construction projects in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. In this minor, you’ll study construction materials, cost estimating, scheduling, and safety practices while developing the leadership abilities needed to guide teams and oversee budgets. Whether paired with a major in business, engineering, or architecture, construction management strengthens your ability to coordinate complex projects and can prepare you for roles where technical knowledge and problem-solving are key to building success.

Build expertise in financial decision-making, investment strategy, and money management through this versatile minor. Coursework covers financial markets, corporate finance, and analysis techniques that help you understand how organizations manage capital and assess risk. Along the way, you’ll strengthen your ability to evaluate opportunities and support strategic growth. This program pairs well with majors in business, economics, or accounting and prepares you for careers in banking, financial planning, investment management, or other finance-related fields.

The Healthcare Administration minor gives you essential insight into how healthcare systems operate and how leaders guide them. Coursework covers healthcare finance, legal and ethical issues, and organizational behavior, helping you understand the challenges of healthcare delivery and administration. Along the way, you’ll strengthen the leadership and decision-making skills that prepare you to manage resources, support teams, and improve outcomes. This minor complements majors in public health, nursing, business, or social work and equips you for roles across the healthcare industry.

The HR Management minor is an 18-credit hour program examining the basic concepts, strategies and current issues in recruitment, talent acquisition, selection and training. You will learn the fundamentals of employment law, considering topics such as discrimination, occupational qualifications, family leave and collective bargaining. You can then customize your minor to fit your career goals by selecting from a range of other business-related courses, including labor economics, marketing research, financial accounting, and more.

The Management minor equips you with the skills to lead teams, make strategic decisions, and understand how organizations operate. Coursework covers principles of management, operations, and human resource management, giving you a practical foundation in leadership and problem-solving. By connecting theory with real-world application, this program complements majors in business, marketing, or communication. Graduates are prepared for supervisory and administrative roles across industries, with the confidence to guide teams and support organizational success.

Learn how to connect products, services, and ideas with the right audiences through this versatile minor. You’ll explore consumer behavior, promotional strategy, advertising, and digital marketing while gaining skills in market research and brand management. By combining creativity with analytical thinking, the program prepares you to design strategies that drive engagement and results. A strong complement to majors in business, communication, or graphic design, this minor equips you for careers in sales, public relations, product development, and marketing analytics.

Learn how to plan, execute, and deliver results with this 18-credit-hour minor. You’ll study project planning, risk management, budgeting, and team leadership, gaining the tools to keep projects on track and align outcomes with organizational goals. The program emphasizes practical problem-solving, resource management, and communication skills that apply across industries. Pairing well with majors in business, information systems, or engineering, this minor prepares you for careers in operations, consulting, and organizational leadership.

The Art History minor is an 18-credit-hour program that introduces you to visual culture across historical periods, regions, and artistic movements. Through courses in Western and non-Western traditions, you’ll sharpen critical thinking skills while exploring the social, political, and cultural contexts of art. It complements majors like history, communication, education, or fine arts, and helps prepare you for roles or graduate study in museums, galleries, or cultural institutions.

The Biology minor provides a solid introduction to the biological sciences and complements majors in health, the natural sciences, or psychology. Coursework in cell biology, genetics, and ecology builds a strong framework for understanding living systems. You’ll gain hands-on experience in lab settings and strengthen analytical skills that apply to research, healthcare, and other science-related careers.

Build a strong foundation in chemical principles and laboratory techniques while exploring how chemistry connects to biology, environmental science, health, and engineering. Coursework in general and organic chemistry introduces you to molecular structure, chemical reactions, and analytical methods. Through hands-on lab experiences and scientific inquiry, you’ll strengthen critical thinking and problem-solving skills that prepare you for research, healthcare, and industry careers, or for advancing into graduate and professional programs.

Explore how law enforcement, courts, and corrections work together to shape the U.S. criminal justice system. This 18-credit-hour minor emphasizes the administrative and policy side of justice, providing insight into criminal law, ethics, and organizational behavior. You’ll strengthen your understanding of how agencies function and interact within the broader legal framework, making it a strong complement to majors like political science, public administration, or legal studies. The program also prepares you for careers in public service, leadership, or criminal justice reform.

Develop the creative and analytical skills to stand out in today’s digital-first business world. This minor introduces you to social media strategy, search engine optimization (SEO), content creation, and digital analytics, giving you the tools to engage audiences and track results effectively. By blending creativity with technical expertise, you’ll learn how to design impactful campaigns that drive results. It pairs especially well with majors in business, communication, or graphic design and strengthens your career readiness in marketing-driven fields.

Sharpen your communication, writing, and critical thinking skills through the study of literature and language. In this minor, you’ll explore British and American works alongside creative writing and rhetorical studies, gaining tools to interpret texts and express ideas with clarity. The program’s flexibility makes it a strong complement to majors across the arts, humanities, and social sciences. It also prepares you for careers in education, law, public relations, or any field where clear expression and analysis matter.

The Fine Art minor offers a hands-on exploration of creativity through both studio practice and art theory. You’ll take courses in drawing, painting, sculpture, and digital media, building technical skills while finding your own artistic voice. Alongside traditional and contemporary approaches, the program emphasizes visual culture and creative problem-solving, making it a strong complement to majors in communication, graphic design, education, and more. This minor prepares you for careers in the arts or for graduate study in fine art disciplines.

Develop expertise in mapping, spatial analysis, and geospatial technologies with the 21-credit-hour GIS minor. You’ll study cartography, remote sensing, and applied GIS methods, gaining hands-on experience with the tools professionals use to analyze data and solve complex problems. These skills are highly valued in fields like urban planning, environmental science, public health, business, and emergency management. By combining technical training with practical application, this minor strengthens your ability to visualize data and support decision-making across industries.

Explore the connections between people, places, and environments while building global awareness and analytical skills. In this minor, you’ll study physical and cultural geography alongside geographic techniques, learning how spatial patterns shape local and international issues. Coursework emphasizes topics such as sustainability, regional development, and human-environment interaction, giving you insights that complement majors in environmental science, political science, business, or history. The program also prepares you for careers in education, public policy, planning, or international affairs.

Park University’s Geoscience minor gives you a multidisciplinary view of Earth’s systems and processes, from plate tectonics to climate change. Through courses in geology, meteorology, and environmental science, you’ll study how natural forces shape the planet and impact human activity. The program builds scientific and analytical skills that complement majors in biology, geography, or public policy. Graduates are prepared for roles in environmental consulting, education, or government agencies, as well as further study in Earth sciences.

Broaden your understanding of today’s interconnected world through coursework in political science, geography, economics, and the humanities. This minor explores globalization, human rights, and international relations, helping you analyze cultural diversity and global interdependence from multiple perspectives. You’ll strengthen critical thinking and cross-cultural communication skills that pair well with majors in business, political science, history, or education. Graduates are prepared for careers in diplomacy, international business, nonprofit work, or teaching, as well as for advanced study in global affairs.

Establish a creative and technical foundation in visual communication with this 21-credit-hour minor. You’ll study typography, layout, branding, and digital media while gaining hands-on experience with industry-standard tools like Adobe Creative Suite. Along the way, you’ll develop a professional portfolio that highlights both creative vision and design fluency. The program pairs well with majors in communication, marketing, or fine arts and prepares you for careers in advertising, publishing, web design, and multimedia production.

Examine the events, cultures, and ideas that have shaped societies across time while sharpening your research and analytical skills. In this minor, you’ll study U.S., European, and global history, exploring political, social, and cultural transformations from multiple perspectives. The program pairs well with majors in political science, communication, or education, providing context that strengthens your ability to think critically and communicate effectively. Graduates are prepared for careers in law, public service, or museum work.

Prepare to address today’s complex security challenges through coursework in terrorism, disaster response, intelligence analysis, and cybersecurity. This minor introduces you to national security strategies, emergency management, and threat assessment, giving you the knowledge to analyze risks and respond effectively. You’ll also strengthen problem-solving and leadership skills that translate across criminal justice, political science, and public administration fields. Graduates are prepared for roles in law enforcement, federal agencies, emergency management, and private-sector security operations.

Gain a solid foundation in computing principles and technical skills with this 18-credit-hour minor. You’ll take courses in programming, database management, software development, and computer architecture, learning how to design solutions and apply technology across industries. The program pairs well with majors in business, mathematics, or the sciences, preparing you for careers in IT support, data analysis, cybersecurity, and software engineering. By combining problem-solving with technical expertise, this minor strengthens your readiness for technology-driven fields.

The Journalism minor prepares you to report, write, and communicate effectively across today’s fast-paced media platforms. Coursework in news writing, media ethics, and reporting techniques introduces you to interviewing, editing, and multimedia storytelling, while also strengthening your critical thinking and communication skills. This program pairs well with majors in communication, English, or political science, and it equips you for careers in news media, public relations, content creation, or other fields where clear, ethical communication is essential.

Develop the skills to inspire, guide, and lead in today’s diverse organizational environments. This minor explores team dynamics, ethical decision-making, conflict resolution, and strategic communication, giving you the tools to navigate challenges and motivate others. Interdisciplinary coursework connects theory with practice, making it a strong complement to majors in business, communication, education, or public administration. Graduates are prepared to step into leadership roles across corporate, nonprofit, and community-based settings, equipped with confidence and practical strategies to drive impact.

Gain a strong foundation in the U.S. legal system while developing the reasoning and research skills essential for law-related careers. Courses cover constitutional law, legal research, and ethics, helping you analyze complex issues and understand the role of law in society. This minor complements majors such as criminal justice, political science, business, or public administration, and it provides valuable preparation for law school or graduate study. Graduates are ready for careers in public service, legal support, or business environments.

Learn how to keep global supply chains moving with this 18-credit-hour minor. You’ll study logistics strategy, procurement, transportation systems, and inventory management, gaining the skills to streamline operations and improve efficiency. The program emphasizes practical problem-solving and decision-making, preparing you to optimize the flow of goods and services across industries. Pairing well with majors in business, management, or marketing, this minor equips you for careers in logistics coordination, supply chain analysis, and operations management.

Strengthen your analytical reasoning and quantitative skills through coursework in calculus, linear algebra, and statistics. This minor provides a rigorous foundation in mathematical theory and problem-solving techniques, preparing you to approach complex challenges with precision. It pairs well with majors in science, business, computer science, or economics, and it equips you for careers in data analysis, finance, research, and technology. The program also supports preparation for graduate study in STEM-related fields, where advanced math skills are highly valued.

Examine how warfare, strategy, and military institutions have shaped societies through this 18-credit-hour minor. You’ll study U.S. military history, global conflicts, and the evolution of military thought, gaining insight into the political, social, and cultural impact of armed forces across time. Along the way, you’ll strengthen research and analytical skills that complement majors in history, political science, or criminal justice. This program prepares you for careers in education, public service, or military-related fields where historical perspective is key.

The Military Science minor provides structured training in leadership, strategy, and operational planning. You’ll take courses in military history, tactics, and leadership development, learning how to assess complex situations and make sound decisions under pressure. The program emphasizes discipline, critical thinking, and organizational skills that apply in both military and civilian contexts. Ideal for students pursuing careers in the armed forces, public service, or security-related fields, this minor prepares you for leadership roles where resilience and strategy are essential.

Explore the history, institutions, and strategies that have shaped military and civilian life across the globe. In this interdisciplinary minor, you’ll study military history, leadership, and national security, gaining insight into how armed forces influence domestic and international affairs. The program strengthens your analytical and leadership skills while complementing majors in political science, criminal justice, or history. Graduates are prepared for careers in public service, defense, intelligence, or education, as well as leadership roles that bridge military and civilian contexts.

Gain a broad-based understanding of scientific principles through courses in biology, chemistry, physics, and geology. This minor combines classroom learning with hands-on lab experiences, helping you explore the natural world while strengthening critical thinking and analytical skills. The program complements majors in education, environmental studies, or health-related fields, and it enhances your scientific literacy in ways that apply across disciplines. Graduates are prepared for careers or graduate study where interdisciplinary science knowledge supports problem-solving and innovation.

Strengthen your ability to lead, collaborate, and resolve conflict through this 18-credit-hour minor. You’ll study interpersonal communication, group dynamics, and organizational behavior, gaining insight into how communication shapes culture and decision-making in the workplace. The program emphasizes clarity, strategy, and ethical practice, making it an excellent complement to majors in business, psychology, or public administration. Graduates are well-prepared for careers in human resources, corporate training, and management, where effective communication drives organizational success.

The Philosophy minor challenges you to examine fundamental questions about ethics, knowledge, reasoning, and human existence. Courses in logic, moral philosophy, and the history of ideas sharpen your ability to think critically and evaluate complex arguments. These skills pair well with majors in political science, communication, psychology, or history, giving you tools to approach problems with clarity and ethical awareness. Graduates are prepared for careers in law, public policy, education, or any field where thoughtful analysis is essential.

Explore how governments function, policies are shaped, and power influences societies around the world. In this minor, you’ll study American politics, comparative government, and international relations while sharpening your ability to analyze political behavior and institutional dynamics. The program pairs well with majors in history, communication, criminal justice, or global studies, and it builds strong research and critical thinking skills. Graduates are prepared for careers in law, public service, advocacy, or for advanced study in political science.

Gain the skills to write with clarity, precision, and purpose in professional and technical settings. This minor includes coursework in business writing, digital communication, and technical documentation, teaching you how to craft content tailored to diverse audiences. You’ll strengthen critical communication skills that pair well with majors in science, communication, business, or information technology. Graduates are prepared for careers in corporate communications, grant writing, publishing, or technical editing, where strong writing supports strategy and innovation.

The Psychology minor introduces you to the study of human behavior, mental processes, and psychological research. Courses in developmental psychology, abnormal psychology, and cognitive processes help you understand how people think, feel, and interact. Along the way, you’ll strengthen analytical, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills applicable across many fields. This program complements majors in sociology, criminal justice, education, or business, and prepares you for careers or graduate study in counseling, social services, or organizational settings.

Prepare to serve communities and shape policy through a deeper understanding of government operations and leadership. In this minor, you’ll study public policy, budgeting, organizational behavior, and ethics, gaining the skills to manage programs and navigate administrative challenges. The program strengthens decision-making and communication abilities while complementing majors in political science, criminal justice, or business. Graduates are ready for careers in government agencies, nonprofit organizations, or other public service sectors where effective leadership makes a difference.

Examine how people think, feel, and behave in social contexts while gaining insight into the forces that shape human interaction. This minor covers topics such as attitude formation, conformity, prejudice, and social perception, helping you understand group dynamics and interpersonal relationships. Alongside research and analytical training, you’ll build skills that complement majors in psychology, sociology, communication, or criminal justice. Graduates are prepared for careers in counseling, human resources, public relations, or social services, where understanding behavior is key.

The Sociology minor helps you explore how social structures, culture, and institutions shape human behavior and community life. Coursework in social theory, inequality, and organizations sharpens your ability to analyze the forces that influence both individual and group experiences. Along the way, you’ll strengthen research and critical thinking skills. Your minor pairs well with majors in psychology, criminal justice, political science, or communication. Graduates are prepared for careers in social services, advocacy, public policy, or community development.

Learn how to interpret data and apply quantitative reasoning to real-world problems with this versatile minor. Coursework in probability, statistical methods, and applied statistics equips you to analyze data, identify patterns, and support decision-making across fields. The program builds strong analytical skills that complement majors in business, psychology, biology, or computer science. Graduates are prepared for careers in research, data science, and public health, or for graduate study in quantitative disciplines where statistical expertise is in high demand.

Shape sustainable, functional communities through coursework in land use, environmental planning, transportation systems, and geographic information systems (GIS). This minor introduces you to the principles of spatial planning and equips you with the tools to design and manage urban and regional spaces effectively. It complements majors in geography, political science, environmental studies, or public administration, and emphasizes real-world problem-solving. Graduates are prepared for careers in city planning, housing development, or regional policy-making, where improving quality of life is the goal.

Gain the knowledge to promote health and well-being through exercise science, nutrition, and wellness strategies. This minor in fitness and wellness explores how physical activity supports long-term health, while also helping you develop practical skills in fitness programming and preventive health practices. By connecting theory with application, you’ll be prepared to encourage healthy lifestyles in schools, healthcare settings, or community programs. The program complements majors in healthcare, education, or sports management and equips you for careers in wellness-focused fields.

Establish a foundation in advocacy, ethics, and service through this 18-credit-hour minor. You’ll study human behavior, social welfare policy, and intervention strategies, learning how to support individuals, families, and communities in need. The minor emphasizes cultural awareness and applied skills that complement majors in psychology, sociology, criminal justice, or education. Graduates are prepared for careers in social services, nonprofit organizations, and community outreach, and the minor also provides a strong pathway toward graduate study in social work.