Explore Academic Minors at NMSU Global Campus
At NMSU Global Campus, we offer 15+ fully online minor programs so you can tailor your education to the career — and the impact — you’re working toward. With an academic minor, you’ll have the opportunity to gain additional in-demand skills with fewer courses than a second major would require.
Whether it complements your degree or broadens your interests into a new field, your minor will demonstrate to employers and graduate programs that you’re committed to personal growth, professional development, and a purposeful career.
Browse the lists of undergraduate and graduate academic minors below to learn more about each program and explore your options.
Undergraduate Minors
Enhance your interpersonal, organizational, and intercultural skills to lead with confidence in any professional environment. This online undergraduate minor helps you navigate group dynamics, strengthen your public speaking skills, and build the kind of message strategy that drives success.
View this minor in the NMSU Global Campus 2026–2027 academic catalog.
Deepen your knowledge of human behavior and improve your ability to support others across diverse settings. With this online undergraduate minor, you’ll gain foundational counseling skills for a variety of age groups — a valuable tool for those seeking careers in education, social work, nursing, and more.
View this minor in the NMSU Global Campus 2026–2027 academic catalog.
Enhance your understanding of the criminal justice system as you learn to apply scientific methods to real-world challenges. This online undergraduate minor teaches you the basics of criminal investigations, forensic psychology, and evidence analysis.
View this minor in the NMSU Global Campus 2026–2027 academic catalog.
Prepare for a career in land development, construction, or environmental work with a geomatics minor. In this online undergraduate minor, you’ll learn how to use mapping tools and real-world data to make informed decisions about resources, infrastructure, and more.
View this minor in the NMSU Global Campus 2026–2027 academic catalog.
Expand your understanding of aging through coursework in advocacy, multicultural issues, and public policy affecting older adults. With this online undergraduate minor, you’ll build a deeper awareness of the social issues and diverse experiences that shape aging today.
View this minor in the NMSU Global Campus 2026–2027 academic catalog.
Step into the dynamic world of hospitality and tourism. This online undergraduate minor is ideal for anyone pursuing careers in hotel management, restaurant operations, event planning, or travel and tourism — or for those looking to elevate customer experiences in any service-focused industry.
View this minor in the NMSU Global Campus 2026–2027 academic catalog.
Gain insights into human growth, family dynamics, and interpersonal relationships across the lifespan. Ideal for those pursuing careers in education, social services, or healthcare, this online undergraduate minor introduces you to topics like child development, family resource management, and parenting strategies.
View this minor in the NMSU Global Campus 2026–2027 academic catalog.
Stand up for justice, equity, and the protection of human dignity. With this online undergraduate minor, you’ll view contemporary issues, from migration and border politics to international law, through a critical lens that allows you to make meaningful change — no matter your field.
View this minor in the NMSU Global Campus 2026–2027 academic catalog.
Develop organizational skills that are essential for today’s dynamic workplace. If you’re looking to grow your ability to lead teams and manage projects, this online undergraduate minor will equip you with valuable tools for strategic planning and effective decision-making.
View this minor in the NMSU Global Campus 2026–2027 academic catalog.
Explore the complexities of human behavior and mental processes. This online undergraduate minor teaches you about cognitive development, social dynamics, and psychological research methods, and it complements careers in education, healthcare, business, and beyond.
View this minor in the NMSU Global Campus 2026–2027 academic catalog.
Build a strong foundation in public health through this online undergraduate minor, which explores health issues, interventions, and community well-being. Study topics including Native American health, loss and grief, and other public health issues while developing knowledge that supports healthier communities.
View this minor in the NMSU Global Campus 2026–2027 academic catalog.
Build in-demand skills for navigating financial risk across industries. In this online undergraduate minor, you’ll explore the fundamentals of insurance, financial analysis, and business law.
View this minor in the NMSU Global Campus 2026–2027 academic catalog.
Examine the social forces that shape individuals, communities, and institutions. This online undergraduate minor strengthens your understanding of social behavior, research methods, and cultural perspectives while helping you develop critical thinking and analytical skills that apply across a wide range of careers.
View this minor in the NMSU Global Campus 2026–2027 academic catalog.
With an online undergraduate minor in Spanish, you’ll elevate your communication skills and gain the tools to connect culturally and engage effectively. The advanced coursework in grammar and composition is designed to support both heritage language learners and non-native speakers.
View this minor in the NMSU Global Campus 2026–2027 academic catalog.
Learn how to invest in the welfare of the United States-Mexico border region with this online undergraduate minor. Expand your expertise in rural health, the determinants of health disparities and interventions, and a deep cross-cultural understanding of health problems affecting Native Nations and Hispanic communities.
View this minor in the NMSU Global Campus 2026–2027 academic catalog.
Graduate Minors
Supplement your graduate studies by building advanced communication skills. In this flexible online graduate minor, you’ll strengthen your ability to convey ideas effectively and lead with clarity in diverse professional settings.
View this minor in the NMSU Global Campus 2026–2027 academic catalog.
Supplement your graduate studies with coursework in advocacy, multicultural issues, and public policy affecting older adults. With this online graduate minor, you’ll build a deeper understanding of the social issues and diverse experiences that shape aging today.
View this minor in the NMSU Global Campus 2026–2027 academic catalog.
Learn how to invest in the welfare of the United States-Mexico border region with this online graduate minor. Expand your expertise in rural health, the determinants of health disparities and interventions, and a deep cross-cultural understanding of health problems affecting Native Nations and Hispanic communities.
View this minor in the NMSU Global Campus 2026–2027 academic catalog.
Expand What’s Possible with a Minor
When you add a minor to your undergraduate or graduate degree at NMSU Global Campus, you’ll gain a competitive edge in an academic program that’s:
- Flexible
- Affordable
- 100% Online
Plus, you’ll experience a community of support that’s with you every step of the way. If you’re ready to explore which academic minor is best for you, we invite you to book an advising appointment, send us an email, or give us a call.
