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As a Grand View student pursuing a Spanish Essentials certificate, you’ll learn to communicate effectively in Spanish both orally and in writing. You’ll master the practical applications such as grammar, punctuation, mechanics and usage for your chosen concentration, whether that’s business, health care or criminal justice. You’ll also analyze and interpret a range of Hispanic literature, and through travel opportunities and involvement in the community, you’ll develop an understanding of Hispanic culture within and outside the borders of the United States.

Why Grand View?

The general business minor complements your Grand View University liberal arts education.
Gain valuable knowledge and experience.
Build on your passions and abilities with an understanding of key business skills, concepts, and perspectives that will help you in any career.
Work one-on-one with an accessible, involved and energetic member of the faculty.

Degree Level:

Undergraduate Programs

Program Type:

Minor

Format:

Full Time, Online

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Student Testimonials

Dr. Alec Zama

“Alec Zama has always pushed me to do my best. When needing help, he always goes out of his way to find the resources to help me. Every time I receive an accomplishment, he ensures to recognize it by sending a quick "congratulations" email. He is one of my go-to persons.”

- Magda Almendarez

Dr. David Hannum

“Dr. Hannum reached out to me when I reached a low point in the semester, with life throwing many curve balls and the pressure got overwhelming and so intense, I was going to quit. Dr. Hannum emailed, texted and reached out to me to encourage me to take one bite at a time and that there are opportunities to finish strong. Even the strongest have weaknesses. I am so grateful for his encouraging words of wisdom and showing me that he really cared as a person. I will forever remember the impact he made on my education and my choices of hanging in there. Today, I know I am still a student through hard work, determination to not let go of a dream and encouragement from Dr. Hannum. He really has made a difference in my life. Thank you. The entire staff was willing to work with my situation. Grand View University really cares about their students.”

- Regina King

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Having a degree will look great to a potential employer, however, when it comes to your education, the more accolades you accumulate, the more appealing it will become.

A minor will boost your regular degree over other candidates and demonstrate that you are willing to go above and beyond.

More importantly, it shows potential employers that, when it comes to learning, you are eager to learn as much as you can and are willing to put in the extra effort.

LOOKS GREAT ON A RESUME

It never hurts to have even more to put on your resume under the “education” area! The more education you acquire, the better equipped you appear to a potential employer – it’s that simple.

Program Details

The academic minor is a secondary area/field of specialized study for Grand View University baccalaureate degree candidates. Students seeking to complete the requirements for an academic minor earn between 18 and 24 semester hours of credit in a second field/area of study. Students who already hold a baccalaureate degree are eligible to complete the requirements for an academic minor, but are not awarded a second baccalaureate degree for their work.

Students who select a baccalaureate degree minor must earn at least six hours in their minor field of study at Grand View University and must earn a 2.2 GPA in courses required for the minor.

Course Requirements (18 credits)

ACCT 211	Financial Accounting	3 credits
BSAD 145	Fundamentals of Information Systems	3 credits
BSAD 202	Entrepreneurship and Business Fundamentals	3 credits
BSAD 310	Principles of Management	3 credits
BSAD 315	Marketing	3 credits
ECON 101	Principles of Macro Economics	3 credits

Degree Fit

This program could be a good fit if you:

Up and coming leaders eager to discover the fundamentals of business.
Are following your passion in the sciences, engineering, social sciences or humanities, a basic understanding of the fundamentals of business will bring value to whatever your future education or career goals may be.

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Tuition & Scholarships

At Grand View University, your tuition supports instruction delivered by knowledgeable and experienced faculty who uphold our tradition of exceptional teaching. Additionally, we are dedicated to offering a high-quality education at the most affordable cost.

Transfer Credits

No matter what major you’re thinking about, you may be able to transfer in as many as 75 credits from a community college or junior college. If you have an A.A. or A.A.S. from an Iowa community college, you will be automatically admitted at junior status.

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Faculty

Dr. Oscar Aguilar

Assistant Professor of Analytics

Lecturer of Business Administration

Dr. Ryan Anderson

Professor of Business Administration

Lecturer of Finance

Lecturer of Business Administration

Dr. Kip Bottenfield

Professor of Business Admin

Associate Professor of Business Administration

Lecturer of Business Administration

Benjamin Canham

Lecturer of Business Administration

Dr. Terri Deems

Lecturer of Business Administration

Lecturer of Business Administration

Lecturer of Business Administration

Lecturer of Business Administration

Dr. David Hannum

Lecturer of Business Administration

James Henscheid

Lecturer

Volunteer

Administrative Assistant

Sandra Jennings-Hammond

Lecturer of Business Administration

Lecturer of Business Administration

Dr. Shannon Juergens

Professor of Business Administration & Dept Chair

Assistant Professor of Finance

Lecturer of Business Administration

Lecturer of Business Administration

Paul Leavenworth

Lecturer of Business Administration

Bonnie Leonhardt

Lecturer of Business Administration

Lecturer of Business Administration

Lecturer of Business Administration

Lecturer of Business Administration

Instructor of Analytics

Lecturer of Business Administration

Lecturer of Business Administration

Lecturer of Business Administration

Dr. Mark Slavich

Associate Professor of Sport Management

Bradley Smerage

Lecturer of Business Administration

Lecturer of Business Administration

Lecturer of Business Administration

Dmitry Yarushkin

Professor of Practice of Business Administration, Level III

Professor of Business Admin/Econ

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