But such a curriculum is far less common at other campuses, such as Hopkins, that do not have a business school, JHU administrators say. Hopkins students who opt for the business minor will not receive less rigorous instruction in the fundamentals of engineering. It's not replacing anything. We want to improve the education of engineering students. Although the minor was organized by the engineering school, students majoring in the humanities, social sciences and natural sciences will also be able to sign up.
Students preparing for different professions can customize their coursework.
For example, an engineering major may select classes in corporate finance and mathematical models for decision-making. A student planning a career in human resources may choose business law and marketing for credit toward the minor. The new business program initially will draw on courses already offered by JHU, including its School of Continuing Studies. An advisory committee of alumni and business executives will make proposals to improve and expand the program.