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Learn accounting principles and how to apply them in the business world. The accounting minor provides a solid foundation of accounting principles for managing costs and reporting income. This minor pairs well with broader business majors or non-business majors.

Equips students with in-demand skills to interpret data and make informed decisions, a critical asset in today’s data-driven world.

For enriching study of the Bible, it is vital to understand the original languages in which the Bible was written. The ancient & classical languages minor includes the study of Greek, classical Hebrew, and classical Latin.

Animation minors will learn the basics of 3D software, storytelling, digital illustration and animation. Minors in animation will also be exposed to the history of animation as well as contemporary practices. Both art majors and design majors frequently minor in animation illustration.

The mathematics minor is designed to add quantitative problem-solving and rigor to other related majors, especially those in fields of business, finance, technology, and science.

An art minor will give you an abbreviated experience in the historical crafts of drawing, painting, sculpture, and art history. Typically, design majors and animation illustration majors pursue an art minor because they want to learn how to make things with their hands, use materials, and learn how to use equipment and tools specific to the practice of art making.

Students who complete the Bible courses required in the core curriculum earn a minor in Bible. Junior and senior transfers may choose to complete the courses to earn the minor in Bible.

The biology minor provides you with added training in the biological sciences that can be tailored to your needs and professional goals. You can take courses in multiple biological disciplines or focus on an in-depth study of one. This minor pairs well with the following disciplines: education, psychology, kinesiology, and other similar disciplines. This minor is very flexible and will provide you with valuable knowledge and experience in biology.

This broad-based business minor can complement a specialty major in another business discipline or can be paired with majors from the sciences, arts, education, ministry, communications, and more.

Business continues to be a growing field, and a business management minor pairs well with many majors to give you industry understanding and context.

The chemistry minor provides you with added training in the physical sciences that can be tailored to your needs and professional goals. You can take courses in a variety of areas in the discipline of chemistry that would provide you with a solid foundation of knowledge of physical science. This minor pairs well with the following disciplines: biology, education, psychology, and similar disciplines. This minor is flexible and will provide you with valuable knowledge and experience in chemistry.

The child development minor is designed for students who do not have an education major but who desire strong preparation in understanding child development from birth through adolescence. This minor does not lead to teacher licensure.

Invest your life in preparing the next generation of children and their families to follow Christ and make an impact in their local communities.

Since January 1997, school districts have had the responsibility of ensuring that coaches are qualified. The coaching minor, augmented by appropriate experience before graduation, provides a way for graduates to demonstrate formal preparation in the area of coaching.

The communication minor fits well with any major. Employers are looking for powerful writers and clear speakers; this program helps you build skills in both areas.

Northwestern’s Computer Science minor will add valuable technical skills to your chosen field. This minor is designed to introduce students to applications of computer-based systems, the development of computer algorithms, and writing code in various languages.

The criminal justice minor provides a background in criminology, corrections, and relevant legal issues. You'll gain practical knowledge of law enforcement and psychology by examining the policies, principles, and social dynamics that shape the system of law.

The cybersecurity minor is designed to add awareness of cyber security threats as well as tools and techniques for providing a solid defense against attacks for those in fields such as computer science, accounting, business, and criminal justice.

The dance minor develops dancers technically through classes in ballet, modern, jazz and tap as well as fosters creativity and artistry through choreography and performance opportunities. Additionally, the study of dance history and perspectives allows discovery in how dance relates to the Christian worldview. Emphasis is placed on maintaining the highest level of artistic integrity along with strong spiritual foundations in order to prepare students for careers in dance and related fields.

A design minor will introduce you to the principles of working with design software and design theory, as well as the critical thinking skills and interpersonal skills unique to the profession of design. Many art majors minor in design to improve their computer design skills and become familiar with the industry, as well as learn how to produce promotional materials as it relates to being a professional artist.

The English minor involves courses in English, literature, and literary theory to provide a breadth of knowledge for students interested in the English language.

Designed for students who are planning to start or manage a small business or start-up. The entrepreneurship minor provides a sampling of courses in accounting, finance, management, marketing, and entrepreneurship.

The environmental science minor provides you with training in environmental sciences that can be tailored to your needs and professional goals. You can study a variety of courses that give you a wide understanding of the natural and social systems and how they interact. This minor pairs well with these disciplines: education, psychology, biology, biochemistry, and similar disciplines. This minor is flexible and will provide you with valuable knowledge and experience in environmental studies.

Designed for students interested in a career in risk analysis, taxation, corporate and personal financial planning, investments, cost accounting, and financial analysis. The finance minor offers a sampling of courses in business, accounting, finance, investments, and wealth management.

Minnesota teacher licensure requirements, which affect the area of health education, require a full health education major for licensure. The courses included in the health education minor will provide fundamental studies but will not fully qualify an individual for teaching licensure in the area of health education.

The Health Sciences minor will expand your knowledge of health and wellness.

Pursue a minor in Healthcare Management and be prepared to lead.

Discover how history has shaped the world today. The history minor is a great addition for students with other majors. Students can select time periods and topics that are interesting to them.

The illustration minor features principles of art, drawing, etching, screen printing, lithography, digital illustration, figure drawing, and character design to develop a student’s skills in the area of illustration.

Make a global impact by serving diverse peoples around the globe and in the United States. God is sending his people out to show compassion and share the Good News of Jesus.