Business continues to be a growing field, and a business management minor pairs well with many majors to give you industry understanding and context.
Why study business at Northwestern?
Adding a business minor to your major can significantly enhance your marketability in today’s competitive job landscape. It equips you with a foundational understanding of key business principles such as finance, marketing, management, and accounting—skills that are valuable across virtually every industry. Whether you a pursuing a ministry degree, psychology degree, a business minor can help you better understand how organizations operate, make strategic decisions, and drive growth. This combination of specialized knowledge and business acumen makes you a more versatile candidate, capable of contributing to both the technical and strategic aspects of a company. Employers often seek individuals who not only excel in their primary field but also understand the broader economic and organizational context in which they work.
What will I learn?
ACC 2101
Principles of Financial Accounting
A study of fundamental accounting principles, financial statements, and the analysis and reporting of business transactions.
MGT 2271
Management
This introductory course surveys the essential theories of business management and their application to maximize workforce performance. Topics investigated include general management responsibilities such as organizational planning, utilizing metrics, and motivating work teams.
MKT 2085
Marketing
Students explore the structure, function, and behavior of marketing systems. They explore market-driven and consumer-centered marketing principles. Emphasis is placed on decision-making in the marketing process as a marketing plan is developed and applying learned principles to examine/evaluate in-market case studies (Credit
from MKT1085 may substitute).
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