Minors and certificates enhance a student’s education and career prospects by allowing them to develop skills, explore new areas of interest, and potentially gain a competitive edge in the job market. Minors are typically a more comprehensive study of a specific discipline, while certificates focus more on specialized skills within a particular field.

Benefits of a minor:

• Exploration of a different area of study
• Complementary skills that can provide value alignment with ones major and can provide knowledge that enhances career prospects
• Career advancement
• Personal Growth

Benefits of a certificate:

• Skill enhancement in a specific area
• Career marketability
• Specialized knowledge
• Professional development