The Minor in Sustainable Development and Construction, a dynamic program designed to equip students with the essential skills required for success in the ever-evolving landscape of the construction industry. This minor offers a comprehensive curriculum that delves into the fundamentals of construction management and real estate development, all while emphasizing sustainability throughout every course.
The minor in Fintech engages students in the study of an interdisciplinary field that combines principles in finance, computer science, and business. Through a variety of courses, students will learn the range of business models and technologies that are disrupting financial services. This minor prepares students for careers in industries and entrepreneurial ecosystems with rapidly growing demand for digital financial services, including mobile banking, peer-to-peer lending, digital currencies, and payment systems.
The Minor in the Science of Mental Health and Well-Being is designed to engage students in the study of the discrete yet interconnected concepts of mental health, wellness, and the science of mental well-being. Focusing on the latest neuroscience research, students will learn both the neural mechanisms of mental processes and their practical implications for mental wellness. The courses are firmly rooted in neuroscience and span the topics of positive psychology, emotional wellness, and mental illness.
The Health Policy and Economics (HPE) minor is designed around policy and economics courses related to healthcare policy, healthcare markets, public health, and individual decision-making. You will learn economic concepts associated with healthcare delivery and current policy issues facing the U.S. healthcare system, considering the different perspectives of payers, providers, regulators, healthcare recipients, and other stakeholders.
The minor in Economics and Policy of Environmental Sustainability (EPES) is designed for students interested in exploring the economics and policies that shape our environment, climate, and energy resources. Leading energy economists and interdisciplinary faculty place you at the forefront of the latest research and innovations in energy and environmental sustainability.
The M.S. in Global Media and Cultures at Georgia Tech is designed to give students advanced skills in communication, media analysis, and cross-cultural competency. This interdisciplinary program combines rigorous coursework in media studies, cultural analysis, and global communication with practical training in languages and digital media. Students engage in critical analysis of global media industries, explore the impact of media on societies, and develop strategies for effective communication across cultures.
The neuroscience minor is designed for students majoring in all subjects other than neuroscience. The minor program aims to provide students a working knowledge of the functional and biological bases of brains and nervous systems.
Established by the School of Psychology in collaboration with the College of Computing and with support from the Schools of Physics and Mathematics, the Minor in Computation and Cognition is a highly interdisciplinary program that combines advanced computational training with the study of human cognition. Students will learn about the computational mechanisms underlying human cognition and use computational methods to better understand human cognition.
Students in the Ph.D. with a major in Industrial Engineering program choose a single track from the following:
Each track has specific course requirements.
The combined BS/MS honors program provides the opportunity to earn bachelor's and master's degrees in aerospace engineering (AE) in as little as five years. Up to six credit-hours of AE Options courses can be used for both the B.S. and M.S. degrees. In order to double-count courses, the master's degree must be completed within two years of the date the bachelor's degree is earned.