Online Minors
Online Minors for Undergraduates
George Mason offers a wide variety of undergraduate minors and undergraduate certificates. Taken as elective coursework, these programs are open to George Mason bachelor’s students.
Only online options are listed. For a complete list of minors and certificates, please see the University Catalog.
Fully Online Options
George Mason bachelor’s students can complete these undergraduate minors and certificates entirely online.
Business Minor (15 credits)
The Business Minor provides an introduction to the skills needed for success in the rapidly changing and evolving world of business. Because it is designed for non-business students who seek to learn business essentials to enhance their own area of expertise, the minor provides broad exposure to business concepts and theories. The minor also presents and integrates the major business functions to solve management problems through the use of IT. Strong written and oral communication skills are expected.
For additional information, see the University Catalog.
Clinical Psychology Minor (19 credits)
The required courses of the minor in Clinical Psychology provide a foundation in psychology and focus on assessment and treatment of distress and dysfunction. The electives provide in-depth knowledge of normal development, psychological theories, psychological disorders, and treatment techniques.
For additional information, see the University Catalog.
Conflict Analysis and Resolution Minor (15 credits)
This minor provides students with the theory and skills to examine how and why conflicts occur and what can be done to mitigate their destructive aspects while reinforcing their constructive potential. Courses in the minor highlight relational, social, structural, and cultural factors that influence conflict and its resolution. This minor engages students in understanding the complexity of contemporary issues and problems and can be applied to many fields of study or professional careers.
For additional information, see the University Catalog.
Criminology, Law and Society Minor (15 credits)
Students develop knowledge of the principles, institutions, and practices of the systems for administering justice. The minor provides a solid foundation for students seeking to supplement their major area of study, to develop knowledge and skills needed for justice-related occupations, or to lay the foundation for law school or graduate study in the justice field. Students obtain an overview of the justice system and develop advanced knowledge of selected features of the justice system.
For additional information, see the University Catalog.
Developmental Psychology Minor (18 credits)
This minor is designed to provide students with an understanding of the ways in which humans change over time. Coursework provides for a broad foundation in psychology across the lifespan while also allowing for students to focus on a developmental period (e.g. childhood).
For additional information, see the University Catalog.
Early Childhood Education for Diverse Learners Minor (15 credits)
This 15-credit minor provides undergraduate students with background knowledge in inclusive Early Childhood Education. Completing this minor partially fulfills requirements for licensure in Early Childhood Education, PK-3 and Early Childhood Special Education in Virginia.
For additional information, see the University Catalog.
Economics Minor (21 credits)
Economics is an essential tool for understanding the complexities of modern society. Economics analyzes how people with limited resources make choices and how we might make better choices. A minor in economics is an extremely flexible and marketable choice. Whether a student’s primary interest is in business, communications, policy, data management, international studies, or engineering, a minor in economics provides an additional edge in the workplace.
For additional information, see the University Catalog.
English Minor (18 credits)
This minor provides students with a strong background in writing and critical thinking and will also introduce them to significant literary and cultural documents.
For additional information, see the University Catalog.
Forensic Psychology Minor (15 credits)
This minor is designed to supplement the study of psychology, criminology, or other justice-related areas with an overview of the intersection of psychology and the criminal justice system. The minor focuses specifically on mental illness in the criminal justice system, the psychological experiences of victims, psychological science in the courtroom, and psychological factors related to criminal behavior.
For additional information, see the University Catalog.
Geography Minor (15-16 credits)
A minor in geography is a natural complement to an array of careers, including engineering, government and international politics, environmental science, transportation, business, marketing, and public health. Any Mason undergraduate student is eligible to earn a minor in geography by completing 15-16 credits as outlined in the Requirements tab above; many qualifying courses also fulfill Mason Core requirements.
For additional information, see the University Catalog.
Health Information Technology Minor (15 credits)
The minor in health information technology introduces students, in a non-technical context, to the utilization of health information management in the professional arena of health care management and policy. Students will examine the current and projected role of health information management in the delivery of health care and development of health policy and apply this information in a practical research endeavor.
For additional information, see the University Catalog.
Health Psychology Minor (18 credits)
This minor is designed to help students better understand psychological factors that influence overall health. The courses provide instruction on factors that have the potential to impact both physical and psychological health. These include the roles of cognitive processes, health beliefs and behaviors, emotions, psychosocial circumstances and personality traits, all factors that may influence overall health and well-being.
For additional information, see the University Catalog.
Health Systems Management Minor (15 credits)
The minor in health systems management introduces students to the context and foundational knowledge required for managerial or administrative work within a healthcare system, physician practice, advocacy organizations, professional organizations, community health, and health care consulting. Students will examine the current state of health care in the United States with emphasis on leadership, performance improvement, and health care politics and policy. This minor is not intended for students with a major in Health Administration with a concentration in Health Systems Management as many of the required classes will overlap with the minor course work.
For additional information, see the University Catalog.
Hospitality Management Minor (15 credits)
The Hospitality Management minor sets up graduates to make their professional mark within any segment of the hospitality sector. Designed for students who have an interest in pursuing a vast array of service-oriented careers, our Hospitality Management minor provides students with in-depth knowledge of hospitality development, management, and marketing.
For additional information, see the University Catalog.
Information Technology Minor (18 credits)
The minor is designed primarily for students who desire to augment the knowledge gained through their major-related courses with a foundation of information technology (IT) topics and their application within organizations to achieve organizational objectives. Completing this minor provides students with the necessary skills to improve their attractiveness to employers in our technology-driven society.
For additional information, see the University Catalog.
Information Technology Undergraduate Certificate (24-28 credits)
This certificate is designed primarily for those students who have earned a bachelor’s degree or current undergraduate students who desire deeper knowledge than what can be accomplished through the IT minor. It allows students to augment the knowledge gained through their major-related courses with a foundation of information technology (IT) topics and their application within organizations to achieve organizational objectives.
For additional information, see the University Catalog.
Intelligence Studies Minor (18 credits)
This minor is designed for students who are interested in careers in homeland security or other intelligence-related fields. This minor focuses on developing the skills of intelligence analysis, including research, writing, briefing, and analytical tradecraft. Students explore ethical issues in the field and new developments in the analysis of intelligence information.
For additional information, see the University Catalog.
Korean Studies Minor (18 credits)
The minor in Korean studies focuses on the acquisition of Korean linguistic and cultural knowledge from various languages and interdisciplinary courses.
For additional information, see the University Catalog.
Psychology Minor (18 credits)
Coursework in psychology can enhance many different majors, and the minor in psychology is available to students in any major at Mason. For a list of suggested courses for students who are majoring in specific disciplines that interact especially well with psychology.
For additional information, see the University Catalog.
Senior Housing Administration Minor (15 credits)
The minor in senior housing administration introduces students to the context and foundational knowledge required for administrative or managerial work within residential communities for older adults – including independent living, assisted living, Alzheimer’s/memory care, and continuing care retirement communities.
For additional information, see the University Catalog.
Sociology Minor (18 credits)
A minor in sociology is an excellent complement for students intending careers in health-related fields, the non-profit sector, government, higher education, human resource management, city and regional planning, or public policy.
For additional information, see the University Catalog.
Tourism and Events Management Minor (15 credits)
The Tourism and Events Management minor provides students with foundational knowledge of the tourism, hospitality, and event industries while enhancing their understanding of destination management, event planning, and service operations. This program equips students with essential skills and industry insights, preparing them for career opportunities in destination management, event coordination, and related sectors.
For additional information, see the University Catalog.