A minor is a secondary area of study that allows you to explore an additional academic interest alongside your major. It can complement your primary field of study, such as pairing business administration with organizational leadership, or introduce you to a completely different discipline, such as combining art with criminal justice.
Adding a minor is a great way to broaden your education, develop new skills, and gain knowledge that supports your personal, academic, or career goals. It allows you to dive deeper into a subject you're passionate about while enhancing the value of your degree.
A minor can also help you stand out when applying for jobs or graduate school. It demonstrates intellectual curiosity, versatility, and a willingness to go beyond minimum degree requirements. Whether you're looking to expand your expertise or explore a new interest, a minor can be a meaningful addition to your academic experience.
Talk with your academic advisor to learn whether a minor is right for you.
Contact an advisor:
Shelby Cole & Joedi Hall
Organizational Leadership minors
pacsadvising@ou.edu
Stephanie Pitchford
Criminal Justice minors
pacsadvising@ou.edu
The Minor in Criminal Justice is a 15-credit-hour program that can be completed entirely online. You'll take four core courses covering Police and Policing, American Judicial Processes, the American Correctional System, and Theories of Criminal Behavior, plus one criminal justice elective of your choice.
This minor provides valuable insight into crime, law, courts, corrections, and contemporary issues in law enforcement, making it an excellent complement to majors such as Administrative Leadership, Forensic Science, Political Science, Sociology, and Social Work.
Open to all degree-seeking University of Oklahoma students, the Criminal Justice minor offers a flexible way to broaden your knowledge, strengthen your résumé, and explore careers connected to the justice system.
Talk with your advisor to learn more.
The Minor in Criminal Investigation and Intelligence Analysis is a 15-credit-hour program that can be completed entirely online. Students complete four core courses: Theories of Criminal Behavior, Criminal Investigation, Intelligence Analysis for Law Enforcement, and Cyberspace Security, along with one criminal justice elective.
Designed for students interested in law enforcement, security, cybersecurity, and public safety, this minor explores how intelligence, technology, and data analysis support modern criminal investigations and security operations. It is an excellent complement to a variety of majors and careers where investigative and analytical skills are increasingly valuable.
Talk with your advisor to learn more.
Download the minor in criminal investigation planning sheet (pdf)
The Minor in Organizational Leadership is a 15-credit-hour program that can be completed entirely online. Students complete three core courses, Leadership in Organizations, Measuring Human Performance, and Social Processes in Education, along with two leadership electives.
Designed for students in any major, this minor helps you develop the skills to lead teams, improve organizational performance, and navigate workplace challenges. Whether you're preparing for a leadership role or looking to strengthen your professional skill set, an organizational leadership minor can help you stand out and advance your career.
Available to all degree-seeking University of Oklahoma students and 100% online.
Talk with your advisor to learn more.
Download the minor in organizational leadership planning sheet (pdf)
The Minor in Restorative Justice is a 15-credit-hour program that can be completed entirely online. Students complete four core courses: Theories of Criminal Behavior, Restorative Justice and Problem-Solving Courts, Community Policing, and Problem Solving and Juvenile Delinquency, along with one criminal justice elective.
Focused on repairing the harm caused by crime, this minor explores approaches that support victims, offenders, and communities while promoting accountability, rehabilitation, and positive outcomes. It is an excellent choice for students interested in victim advocacy, counseling, mediation, community services, corrections, probation and parole, and other professions dedicated to crime prevention and restorative practices.
Talk with your advisor to learn more.
Download the minor in restorative justice planning sheet (pdf)
