Rutgers Business School’s Business Administration minor provides students with a strong foundation in the broad functional areas of business. The 18-credit minor consists of 6 three-credit introductory courses covering each of Rutgers Business School’s disciplinary areas. This combination provides a substantial and comprehensive overview of the main aspects of business administration.
First Semester Planning
We recommend that students register for approximately 15 credits each semester and no more than 16 credits in their first semester. Your schedule should be well-balanced and include coursework from a variety of subjects. A diverse schedule will help you begin your studies in potential majors and minors; explore a breadth of new knowledge across departments at Rutgers to meet SAS Core Curriculum learning goals; and survey broader academic interests through elective courses as you work to attain the required 120 degree credits for graduation.
Your schedule will look something like this:
College Writing or English course per placement results (3 credits) Major Exploration course (3-4 credits) Major or Minor Exploration course (3-4 credits) Course beyond main academic interest, such as SAS Core or elective course (3 credits) Course beyond main academic interest, such as SAS Core or elective course (3 credits) Byrne or First-Year Interest Group Seminar (FIGS) (1 credit) Total Credits: 15-16 |
Exploration Course(s) Recommended for Incoming First-Year Students
Introductory courses recommended by faculty. Include at least one of these in your schedule:
Students with a Calculus placement
Course Title |
Course Number |
Credits |
Department |
Introduction to Microeconomics | 01:220:102 | 3 | Economics (220) |
Introduction to Macroeconomics | 01:220:103 | 3 | Economics (220) |
Introductory Statistics for Business | 01:960:285 | 3 | Statistics (960) |
Students with an Algebra or Precalculus placement
Course Title |
Course Number |
Credits |
Department |
Calculus-Based Math | 4 | Mathematics (640) | |
Intro to Business | 33:011:100 | 3 | Administrative Studies (011) |
Course recommendations beyond this department
Your first year of college is an opportunity for you to explore fields of interest to enhance your understanding of yourself, the world around you, and your main academic and career goals. Think of your schedule as including courses you must take (English, courses to explore potential majors, etc.) and courses you can take (everything else!) All courses are part of your degree - if necessary, review the components of the SAS degree on this page.
Through these degree components, you will curate your own unique educational experience - but we understand that this level of flexibility and freedom can feel overwhelming for new students. Like a recommendation based on a book or TV show you enjoyed, the information below can help you identify related courses to consider in your first semester.
Course Title |
Course Number |
Credits |
Subject on University Schedule of Classes |
Introduction to Communication & Information Processes | 01:189:101 | 3 | Communication & Media Studies (189) |
Information Technology & Informatics | 01:189:103 | 3 | Communication & Media Studies (189) |
Data 101 | 01:198:142 | 4 | Computer Science (198) |
Foundations of Kinesiology and Health | 01:377:140 | 1.5 | Exercise Science (377) |
Introduction to Health Administration | 10:501:203 | 3 | Health Administration (501) |
Intro to Human Resource Management | 37:533:301 | 3 | Human Resource Management (533) |
Intro to Labor Studies & Employment | 37:575:100 | 3 | Labor Studies (575) |