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The Analytics and Business of Sports minor is designed for students with ambitions to study sports and the leadership, analytics, and business lessons that apply more broadly. The broader objectives of the program include equipping students with an analytical and business skillset that will propel their success in a competitive economy characterized by managing for exceptional performance. Something that applies to the sports industry, but also to countless industries outside of sports.

Admission Criteria

Students seeking admission to the Analytics and Business of Sports minor must:

• Be a current undergraduate student at The University of Texas at Austin
• Be in the 22-24 or later catalog
• Have a 3.0+ GPA

Application Procedures

Follow these simple steps to ensure your consideration for entrance to the program.

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 “Analytics and the Business of Sports.”

Step 5: Confirm your choice and submit the application.

Important: Once admitted, you must contact your academic advisor to have the minor attached to your degree profile. The credential cannot be awarded to you when you graduate if it has not been added to your degree profile.

Political science, business, and law combine to make one of our most versatile minors. The Business and Public Policy Program offers challenging coursework and a whole new perspective on how the business world operates.

Admission Criteria

Students seeking admission to the Business and Public Policy Minor or Certificate must:

• Be a degree-seeking student at UT – Austin with upper-division standing
• Have completed at least 24 hours in-residence prior to applying
• Follow the guidelines outlined in the Application Procedures section below

Admission to the minor or certificate is based on a student’s overall academic record.

Application Deadlines

• For Spring semesters: October 1
• For Summer or Fall semesters: April 1

Application Procedures

The Business and Public Policy credential is open to all current undergraduate students from any major at The University of Texas at Austin. The specific program you choose depends on the Undergraduate Catalog that was in effect when you first enrolled in classes at UT - Austin.

• If you are in the 2020-2022 Undergraduate Catalog, you should apply for the Business and Public Policy Minor
• If you are in the 2016-2018 or 2018-2020 Undergraduate Catalog, you should apply for the Business and Public Policy Certificate

To Apply for the Business and Public Policy Minor

Step 1: Visit the Registrar Document Submission page for minors to start an application. https://utdirect.utexas.edu/apps/sisutil/edoc/submission/applyforminor

Step 2: Enter your EID.

Step 3: From the “Field of Study” menu, choose “Business Government and Society.”

Step 4: From the “Type” menu, choose “Business and Public Policy.”

Step 5: Confirm your choice and submit the application.

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The Undergraduate Energy Management Program provides a unique opportunity for students to receive specific training to prepare them for careers in energy. Throughout the demanding 18 credit hour program students gain practical knowledge to complement their academic training that allows them to be assets to industry firms.

Admission Criteria

Students seeking admission to the Energy Management Minor or Certificate must:

• Have completed at least one semester at UT – Austin and have a university grade point average of at least 2.0
• Have completed Geological Sciences 303, 401, or 420H before the program begins in the summer
• Follow the guidelines outlined in the Application Procedures section below

Admission to the minor or certificate is based on a student’s overall academic record. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Application Procedures

The energy management credential is open to current undergraduate students of all majors at The University of Texas at Austin. The specific program you choose depends on the Undergraduate Catalog that was in effect when you first enrolled in classes at UT - Austin.

• If you are in the 2020-2022 Undergraduate Catalog, you should apply for the Energy Management Minor
• If you are in the 2016-2018 or 2018-2020 Undergraduate Catalog, you should apply for the Energy Management Certificate

To Apply for the Energy Management Minor:

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 “Energy Management.”

Step 5: Confirm your choice and submit the application.

Step 6: Complete and submit the additional application required by the Energy Management minor.

Important: Once admitted, you must contact your academic advisor to have the minor or certificate attached to your degree profile. The credential cannot be awarded to you when you graduate if it has not been added to your degree profile.

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The Entrepreneurship Minor is designed for undergraduate students with a passion for initiating their own business ventures, creating and managing new ventures or products within existing businesses, or generating and implementing new ideas in any job or organization. 

Admission Criteria

Admission to the program is based on students’ overall academic record, including, but not limited to, hours and number of courses taken in residence, demonstrated interest in entrepreneurship, and overall UT grade point average.

Students seeking admission to the Entrepreneurship minor must:

• Be a current undergraduate student at The University of Texas at Austin
• Follow the steps outlined in the Application Procedures section below

Application Procedures

Follow these simple steps to ensure your consideration for entrance to the program.

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 “Management.”

Step 4: From the “Type” menu, choose “Entrepreneurship.”

Step 5: Confirm your choice and submit the application.

Important: Once admitted, you must contact your academic advisor to have the minor attached to your degree profile. The credential cannot be awarded to you when you graduate if it has not been added to your degree profile.

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The International Business Minor provides students with a broad knowledge of the workings of the global economy and the opportunity to learn specific functional skills in areas such as finance, accounting, and global entrepreneurship that are particularly useful to companies and organizations operating in the international environment.

Admission Criteria

The International Business minor admissions process is non-competitive, but students seeking admission to the International Business minor must:

1. Be enrolled as a undergraduate degree-seeking UT-Austin student
2. Be enrolled in the 2020-2022 or 2022-2024 Undergraduate Catalogs
3. Be in good academic standing at the university

Application Deadlines

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, but should be submitted by October 15 for processing before the start of early registration for the Spring Term, and by March 15 for processing before the start of early registration for the Fall Term.

Application Procedures

Step 1: Visit the Registrar Document Submission page for minors to complete an application.

Step 2: Enter your EID.  

Step 3: From the “Field of Study” menu, choose “International Business.”

Step 4: From the “Type” menu, choose “International Business.”

Step 5: Confirm your choice and submit the application.

Important: Once admitted, you must contact your academic advisor to have the minor attached to your degree profile. The credential cannot be awarded to you when you graduate if it has not been added to your degree profile.

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Gain managerial and problem-solving skills while learning about international business structures. Global Management includes a study abroad experience and is a good fit for those interested in public affairs, government, and non-profit organizations.

Admission Criteria

Students seeking admission to the Global Management minor must:

• Be enrolled as a undergraduate degree-seeking UT-Austin student
• Be enrolled under the 2020-2022 or 2022-2024 Undergraduate Catalog (earlier catalogs should contact their academic advisor for more information)
• Be in good academic standing at the university

Application Deadlines

• Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, but should be submitted by October 15 for processing before the start of early registration for the Spring Term, and by March 15 for processing before the start of early registration for the Fall Term.

To Apply for the Global Management Minor:

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 “International Business.”

Step 4: From the “Type” menu, choose “Global Management.”

Step 5: Confirm your choice and submit the application.

Important: Once admitted, you must contact your academic advisor to have the minor or certificate attached to your degree profile. The credential cannot be awarded to you when you graduate if it has not been added to your degree profile.

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Healthcare is a big part of the US economy — almost 20% of the GDP, more than manufacturing. We created the Health Care Reform & Innovation Minor to help prepare you for the unique challenges and opportunities in this field, whether you're planning on being a health professional or you want to design the Next Big App. The minor is open to business and non-business majors at The University of Texas at Austin.

The Health Care Reform & Innovation minor is offered through the Healthcare Innovation Initiative.

Admission Criteria

Students seeking admission to the Health Care Reform & Innovation minor or the Business of Healthcare Certificate must:

• Be a current undergraduate student at The University of Texas at Austin
• Follow the guidelines outlined in the Application Procedures section below and submit the required applications on or before the published application deadlines
• Submit an essay (up to 500 words) on your career goals in healthcare and how you believe the minor or certificate will help you achieve them (part of the additional application form)

Previous work experience, internships/volunteering at a healthcare-related company or clinic is preferred. Membership and participation in a healthcare-based student organization at UT-Austin counts toward this preference.

Application Deadlines

• For Spring semester: October 1
• For Summer and Fall semesters: March 5

Application Procedures

The healthcare credential is open to current undergraduate students of all majors at The University of Texas at Austin. The specific program you choose depends on the Undergraduate Catalog that was in effect when you first enrolled in classes at The University of Texas at Austin.

• If you are in the 2020-2022 Undergraduate Catalog, you should apply for the Health Care Reform & Innovation Minor.
• If you are in the 2016-2018 or 2018-2020 Undergraduate Catalog, you should apply for the Business of Healthcare Certificate

To Apply for the Health Care Reform & Innovation Minor:

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 “Health Care Reform and Innovation.”

Step 5: Confirm your choice and submit the application.

Step 6: Complete and submit the additional application required by the Health Care Reform & Innovation minor.

Important: Once admitted, you must contact your academic advisor to have the minor or certificate attached to your degree profile. The credential cannot be awarded to you when you graduate if it has not been added to your degree profile.

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The Leadership in Global Sustainability minor is a new option for undergraduate students from The McCombs School of Business and The Moody College of Communication. The minor focuses on corporate sustainability, sustainable finance, impact innovation and infrastructure, and sustainability communications. We want to develop leadership and solutions that address critical sustainability challenges and shape an inclusive, regenerative global economy and society. Our Vision: A world where profits and purpose meet to drive positive change.

Admission Criteria

Students seeking admission to the Leadership in Global Sustainability minor must:

• Be a current sophomore or junior undergraduate student at The University of Texas at Austin with at least 3 semesters remaining until graduation
• Be in the 22-24 or later catalog
• Have at least a 2.5+ GPA
• Show extracurricular excellence & submit a few short essays

Application Deadlines

• For Spring semester: October 1
• For Fall semesters: April 1 

Application Procedures

Application 1: The GLSI Application.

This application must be submitted first and can be found here. If admitted, please fill out the second application below.

Application 2:

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 “Leadership in Global Sustainability.”

Step 5: Confirm your choice and submit the application.

Important: Once admitted, you must contact your academic advisor to have the minor attached to your degree profile. The credential cannot be awarded to you when you graduate if it has not been added to your degree profile.

The National Security and International Business minor highlights the strong and enduring relationship between private business and national/international security. Cyberattacks on U.S. government agencies, health researchers, and election apparatus, terrorist attacks on the U.S. mainland and U.S. facilities and personnel abroad, and nuclear ambitions of foreign governments are just examples of how foreign forces that threaten U.S. national security also damage U.S. business activity, domestically and internationally.

The primary intent of this minor is to foster in students who are entering the private business sector a lifelong appreciation for the intertwined relationship between the worlds of private business, especially international business, and the national security sector, enabling our graduates to make more informed and more confident business and political decisions in the decades to come.

Admission Criteria

Students seeking admission to the National Security and International Business minor must:

• Be a current undergraduate student at The University of Texas at Austin
• Be in the 22-24 or later catalog

Application Deadlines

• For Spring semester: October 1
• For Fall semesters: April 1 

Application Procedures

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 and International Business.”

Step 5: Confirm your choice and submit the application.

Important: Once admitted, you must contact your academic advisor to have the minor attached to your degree profile. The credential cannot be awarded to you when you graduate if it has not been added to your degree profile.

Every career path can benefit from skills in communication, problem solving, strategic thinking, and relationship building. Professional sales can also be a good career choice. According to CNN Money, four of the top twenty highest paying jobs in the next five years will be in sales and marketing.

Offered as a joint venture between the McCombs School of Business and the Moody College of Communication, the Professional Sales and Business Development minor blends coursework in marketing, strategy, communication studies, and psychology. Students develop skills that will help them leverage their majors to be more effective in their chosen careers, including careers in professional sales. The minor will also assist in connecting students with corporate sales professionals to learn first-hand about this dynamic industry.

Admission Criteria

Students seeking admission to the Professional Sales & Business Development minor must:

• Have a cumulative UT GPA of at least 3.0
• Be classified by the University as a Sophomore or Junior
• Be enrolled under the 2020-2022 Undergraduate Catalog

Application Deadlines

• For Spring 2024 semesters: October 6
• For Summer 2024 and Fall 2024 semesters: March 15

 *Applications for Spring 2024 open on August 26, 2023

Application Procedures

There are several steps to applying that include the university application, the minor’s additional application, and after you are accepted, a visit with your academic advisor in your major.

Step 1: Visit the Registrar Document Submisson 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 “Professional Sales and Business Development.”

Step 5: Confirm your choice and submit the application.

Step 6: Complete and submit the addtional application required by the Professional Sales and Business Development minor, which includes three short (100 word) essays.

Step 7: Contact your advisor to have the minor attached to your degree profile. You will not officially be in the minor until you are cleared by your academic advisor in your major, nor can the credential be awarded to you upon graduation if it has not been added to your degree profile.

Important: Once admitted, you must contact your academic advisor to have the minor or certificate attached to your degree profile. The credential cannot be awarded to you when you graduate if it has not been added to your degree profile.

If you have any questions please contact us at salesminor@austin.utexas.edu . 

Applications for Spring 2024 open on August 26, 2023

The Texas Real Estate minor will guide you through one of business’s most dynamic and highly discussed sectors. Learn the ins and outs of investing in real estate, and why “location, location, location” is just the beginning.

Admission Criteria

Admission to the program is based on students’ overall academic record, including, but not limited to, hours and number of courses taken in residence, demonstrated interest in real estate, and overall UT grade point average.

In addition, students seeking admission to the Real Estate minor must:

• Be a full-time, degree-seeking UT-Austin undergraduate student
• Have upper-division standing (60+ credit hours)
• Have credit for or current enrollment in ACC 310F, 311, or 311F

Application Deadlines

• For Spring semester: October 1; December 6
• For Summer and Fall semesters: April 1; August 15

Application Procedures

The Real Estate credential is available to all business and non-business majors. The specific program you choose depends on the Undergraduate Catalog that was in effect when you first enrolled in classes at The University of Texas at Austin.

• If you are in the 2020-2022 Undergraduate Catalog, you should apply for the Real Estate Minor
• If you are in the 2016-2018 or 2018-2020 Undergraduate Catalog, you should apply for the Real Estate Certificate

To Apply for the Real Estate Minor:

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 “Real Estate.”

Step 4: Confirm your choice and submit the application.

If you have questions, contact the Real Estate Center directly at realestate@mccombs.utexas.edu.

Important: Once admitted, you must contact your academic advisor to have the minor or certificate attached to your degree profile. The credential cannot be awarded to you when you graduate if it has not been added to your degree profile.

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The Texas McCombs Risk Management minor prepares students to successfully meet the current and existing risk challenges of the business environment. The program is both structured and flexible to allow students to pursue interests in discipline-specific risks as well as general risks that any enterprise might face.

Admission Criteria

Admission to the program is based on a student’s overall academic record, including, but not limited to, hours and number of courses taken in residence, demonstrated interest in risk management, and overall UT grade point average.

In addition, students seeking admission to the Risk Management credential must:

• Be a full-time, degree-seeking UT-Austin undergraduate student
• Follow the guidelines outlined in the Application Procedures section below

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Application Procedures

The Risk Management credential is available to all business and non-business majors. The specific program you choose depends on the Undergraduate Catalog that was in effect when you first enrolled in classes at The University of Texas at Austin.

• If you are in the 2020-2022 Undergraduate Catalog, you should apply for the Risk Management minor
• If you are in the 2016-2018 or 2018-2020 Undergraduate Catalog, you should apply for the Risk Management certificate
• If you have questions about the application process, please contact BusinessOptions@mccombs.utexas.edu.

To Apply for the Risk Management Minor

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 “Risk Management.”

Step 4: Confirm your choice and submit the application.

Important: Once admitted, you must contact your academic advisor to have the minor or certificate attached to your degree profile. The credential cannot be awarded to you when you graduate if it has not been added to your degree profile.

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