National Security & International Business MInor
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APPLY TO THE MINOR
Student can apply to the NSIB minor by completing a brief form via the Registrar's Office. The process is competitive, and applications should be completed by March 1st/October 1st to ensure review and processing in time for early registration. -
MINOR CURRICULUM
NSIB students complete interdisciplinary coursework in national and international security, as well as international business and supply chains. More information is available on the Clements Center website. -
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The NSIB minor is open to all undergraduates at UT Austin through a competitive admissions process based on the strength of the applicant’s academic record. Applicants must be in good standing at the university and must have a minimum in-residence GPA of 3.00.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who can I talk to about the NSIB Minor?
The NSIB minor is managed collaboratively by the Clements Center for National Security and the Center for Global Business. Students generally interested in international business minors should meet with CGB to discuss their options. Students interested specifically in the NSIB minor should meet directly with the Clements Center to discuss suitability and prospective career options.
Why should I pursue an NSIB minor?
The NSIB minor explores the strong and enduring relationship between private business and national/international security, and how foreign forces that threaten U.S. national security also damage U.S. business activity, domestically and internationally. It is an excellent complement to students looking to go into either business or policy sectors.
How do I apply to the NSIB minor?
Applying to the NSIB minor requires a minimum in-residence GPA of 3.00. To apply:
Step 1: Visit the Registrar Document Submission page for minors to start an application.
Step 2: Enter your EID.
Step 3: From the “Field of Study” menu, choose “Business Administration.”
Step 4: From the “Type” menu, choose “National Security.”
Step 5: Confirm your choice and submit the application.
Note: You will receive notification as soon as your application has been reviewed, and if admitted you will need to contact your academic advisor and inform them you would like your minor tied to your degree profile.
What classes do I have to take to complete an NSIB minor?
Students in the NSIB minor complete:
- International Security (GOV 360D) - offered once per year
- International Trade (IB 350) - offered both fall and spring semesters
- Global Value Chains (IB 368) - offered fall only
- Global Political Economy (BGS 374) - offered fall only
- 3 hours of approved upper division coursework in national security
The currently approved national security coursework includes:
- EUS 348/GOV 365V: The Comprehensive Notion of European Security
- HIS 364G - Topic 15: United States Military History
- HIS 364G - Topic 22: The United States, Britain, and Global Order
- HIS 376F - The United States and the Second World War
- LA 325/PA 325 - Topic: Intelligence and National Security Decision-Making
- TC 358 - Topic: Intelligence and Statecraft (restricted to Plan II students)
Students may also complete an approved internship in lieu of completing the 3 hours of coursework in national security (see below).
Can an Internship be used in place of one of the required courses?
A pre-approved internship in national security of at least 5 weeks may be used in place of International Trade (IB 350), Global Value Chains (IB 368), or the national security elective. Interested students should contact the Clements Center for more information
TALK TO AN ADVISOR
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