Minnesota State University Courses & Fees

International Business prepares students to manage business and/or business operations with a global mindset. A global mindset involves a multifaceted approach to understanding cultural differences, political and governing bodies, and financial variances found in the international marketplace. 

This program prepares individuals to plan, organize, direct, and control the functions and processes of a firm or organization. The emphasis includes instruction in human resources management and behavior, quantitative methods and tools, entrepreneurship, creativity and innovation, agribusiness, strategic decision making, leadership, and production and operations.

This program prepares individuals to manage the development of human capital in organizations. The emphasis includes instruction in organizational behavior, labor relations, diversity and inclusion, human resources law, compensation systems, recruitment and selection, training and development, and strategic human resource management.

The Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems provides students with in-depth knowledge of Information Technology concepts and applications, and prepares them to create innovative solutions for real-world problems. Students gain the ability to integrate hardware, software, and management skills to solve problems in a variety of IT areas.

The program’s mission is to ensure that each graduate is exceptionally well qualified to undertake a successful information systems career in industry, business, education, or government. In support of this mission, the program is designed so that each student will:

gain a sound foundation in computing basics, analysis and design, programming, testing, software development, security, database, and human-computer interaction.

learn the theory and practice of information technology and develop skills to apply this knowledge to analyze and solve information system problems.

develop analytical, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills applicable to real-world problem solving.

acquire basic business concepts to assist them in career paths where they are interfacing with and developing solutions for business professionals.

develop effective oral and written communication skills.

appreciate the social and ethical issues in information systems

The marketing program prepares graduates to undertake and manage the processes for creating, communicating, and delivering value for customers, clients, partners, and society at large.  Marketing professionals are product and brand managers, retail managers, salespersons, integrated marketing communications specialists, marketing researchers, digital and social media specialists, and logistics and supply chain managers. Increasingly analytics and digital tools are central to the work of marketing professionals to understand consumer and organizational markets.

Computer Information Technology (CIT) in its broadest sense encompasses all aspects of computing technology. CIT, as an academic discipline, focuses on meeting the needs of users within an organizational and societal context through the selection, creation, application, integration and administration of computing technologies. The aim is to provide CIT major graduates with the skills and knowledge to take on appropriate professional positions upon graduation and to grow into leadership positions or pursue research or graduate studies in the field. The CIT program also has six minors. The program’s mission is to ensure that each graduate is exceptionally well qualified to undertake a successful information career in industry, business, education, or government. In support of this mission, the program is designed so that each student will: • gain a sound foundation in computing basics, analysis and design, programming, testing, software development, security, database, software QA and testing and web application design and development. • learn the theory and practice of information technology and develop skills to apply this knowledge to analyze and solve problems. • develop analytical, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills applicable to real-world problem solving. • develop effective oral and written communication skills. • appreciate the social and ethical issues in information technology. 

Computer Engineering (CE) encompasses the research, development, design and operation of computers and computerized systems and their hardware and software components. This program leads to a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering.

The primary objective of the Computer Engineering program is to educate engineering professionals who possess sound design and analytical background coupled with a strong laboratory experience supporting Computer Engineering concepts. This means that the department prepares its graduates for:

1. Entry into the engineering work environment with well-developed design and laboratory skills.
2. Further study toward advanced degrees in engineering and other related disciplines.
3. Advancement into managerial ranks and/or entrepreneurial endeavors.

Computer Engineering Technology (CET) is a technological field requiring the application of scientific and engineering knowledge and methods, combined with technical skills, in support of computer activities. A computer engineering technologist is a person who is knowledgeable in computer hardware and software theory and design and who can apply them to a variety of industrial and consumer problems. Computers, controls/automation, robotics, instrumentation, and communications are just a few fields open to computer engineering technologists.

The program strives to prepare students for successful entry into the technical

workforce. This means that the curriculum prepares students to:

1. Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and computer engineering to problems.
2. Design and construct experiments and analyze and interpret the resulting data.
3. Design systems, components, or processes to meet specified needs.
4. Function effectively in teams.
5. Identify, formulate, and solve problems in computer engineering technology.
6. Understand their professional and ethical responsibilities.
7. Communicate effectively.

The mission of Automotive Engineering Technology (AET) is to provide a broad-based education for graduates to enter globally competitive automotive careers to serve the citizens of Minnesota and the world by:

• providing the highest quality education to prepare application-oriented graduates for a broad range of career opportunities in product research, design, development, and technical sales environments;
• encouraging and supporting faculty and students to engage in scholarly research and activities through partnerships with government, industry, and other constituencies that support effective and ethical transfer of technology;
• providing access to state of the art equipment, facilities, and methodologies, along with faculty expertise to benefit AET students; and
• broadening access to the program for diverse populations and support of K-12 pipeline development.

The Bell program provides upper-division engineering coursework. Lower-division coursework is typically completed at a community college. The Bell program works with community college partners across the nation to support completion of an undergraduate degree. Admission requires an application to Minnesota State Mankato and the IRE Bell Engineering program. For more information, please see the description at the Integrated Engineering major.

The IRE Bell Engineering program facilitates industry placements and incorporates internal industry-sponsored projects to provide project-based design experiences for student engineers that inspire their engineering learning. The first semester of the Bell program is offered at Mesabi Range College, 1001 West Chestnut Street, Virginia, MN. Remaining semesters are based at industry placement sites around the nation or with internal projects offered by Iron Range Engineering (Virginia, MN) or Twin Cities Engineering (Bloomington, MN).

Civil Engineering, as defined by the American Society of Civil Engineers, is a profession in which a knowledge of the mathematical and physical sciences gained by study, experience, and practice is applied with judgment to develop ways to utilize, economically, the materials and forces of nature for the progressive well-being of humanity in creating, improving and protecting the environment, in providing facilities for community living, industry and transportation, and in providing structures for the use of humanity. Civil engineers design and supervise the construction of roads, buildings, airports, tunnels, dams, bridges, water supply, water and wastewater treatment, and many other systems. Major specialties within civil engineering include structural, geotechnical, water resources, transportation, environmental, and construction engineering. The Mission of the Civil Engineering Program at Minnesota State University, Mankato, is to provide an exceptional, practice-based engineering education with ties to industry, enabling graduates to excel in any discipline within the civil engineering profession and serve people throughout Minnesota, across the Nation, and around the globe. Program Objecitves: Within 3-6 years of graduation, Minnesota State University, Mankato civil engineering graduates are expected to contribute to the profession and to society by achieving a combination of the following. • Pursue leadership positions and advanced responsibilities in their profession and/or community. • Become a licensed professional engineer, mindful of the safety, health, and welfare of the public. • Further their education through professional development and/or post-graduate studies. Other important features of a civil engineering education at Minnesota State Mankato include: • Senior students work together as a design team in a full academic year course incorporating multiple civil engineering disciplines in a comprehensive design project.

Electrical Engineering (EE) encompasses the research, development, design and operation of electrical and electronic systems and their components. 

This program leads to a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE). The  primary objective of the Electrical Engineering program is to educate engineering professionals who possess sound design and analytical background coupled with a strong laboratory experience. This means that the department prepares its  Electrical Engineering graduates for:

1. Entry into the engineering work environment with well-developed design and laboratory skills.
2. Further study toward advanced degrees in engineering and other related disciplines.
3. Advancement into managerial ranks and/or entrepreneurial endeavors.

Accreditation. The Electronic Engineering Technology program is accredited by

the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.abet.org.

Electronic Engineering Technology (EET) is a technological field requiring the ap-

plication of scientific and engineering knowledge and methods, combined with technical skills, in support of engineering activities. An electronic engineering technologist

is a person who is knowledgeable in electronics theory and design and who

understands state-of-the-art practices in digital and analog circuits and systems.

Computers, controls/automation, robotics, instrumentation, and communications

are just a few fields open to engineering technologists.

The Integrated Engineering major is offered through a novel engineering education program, unique to Minnesota State Mankato. Iron Range Engineering is offered in the Iron Range region of northeast Minnesota (Virginia, MN) and Twin Cities Engineering is offered in the Twin Cities metro area (Bloomington, MN). The IRE Bell Engineering program begins in Virginia, MN and students complete coursework while working in engineering industry all over the nation.

These programs focus on the 3rd and 4th year of the undergraduate engineering program. Students transfer into the Bachelor of Science in Engineering program after two years of pre-engineering work elsewhere or in Mankato.

The mission of Manufacturing Engineering Technology (MET) is to provide a broad-based education to enable graduates to enter a variety of globally competitive manufacturing careers to serve the needs of the citizens of Minnesota and the world by:

• providing the highest quality education to prepare application-oriented graduates for career opportunities in both traditional and computer-automated manufacturing environments;
• encouraging and supporting faculty, and students to engage in scholarly activities and research that support effective and ethical transfer of technology;
• providing access to state of the art equipment, facilities, and methodologies, along with faculty expertise to benefit MET students; and
• engaging in partnerships with area industry and other constituencies to broaden access to the program for traditional and diverse populations, while supporting K-12 pipeline development.

Mechanical Engineering (ME) is essential to a wide range of activities that include the research, design, development, manufacture, management, and control of engineering systems, subsystems, and their components. Mechanical engineers use the fundamentals of engineering mechanics, energy, thermal-fluid sciences, and material sciences to design and analyze mechanical systems that perform useful tasks required by society. For example, mechanical engineers work with the design and function of machines, devices, and structures in the areas of manufacturing, processing, power generation, and transportation (air, land, sea, and space).

Biochemistry is a discipline encompassing both biology and chemistry focusing on the study of the molecular aspects of living organisms.  The tools and concepts of biochemistry are foundational to careers in many areas of medicine and research. 

The Bachelor of Science (BS) biochemistry curriculum is accredited by the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB).  Students graduating with a BS in biochemistry have an additional opportunity to have their degree certified by the ASBMB if they choose.  Many graduates pursue post-baccalaureate programs including biochemistry, medicine, pharmacy and dentistry.

The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in biochemistry is designed to give students a strong foundation in biology, chemistry and biochemistry.  This curriculum is augmented with more liberal arts courses to add a broader perspective to the baccalaureate and give greater versatility to the graduate.  Students graduating with a BA in biochemistry are well prepared to pursue advanced study in professional health care programs.  Many of our graduates pursue advanced degrees in Medical Schools, Physician Assistant Programs, Pharmacy Schools and Dental Schools.  Students graduating with a BA in biochemistry are also well prepared to pursue laboratory positions in health care or agri-business companies or sales/customer service positions at pharmaceutical or medical device companies.

The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in biochemistry is designed to give students a strong foundation in biology, chemistry and biochemistry.  This curriculum is augmented with more liberal arts courses to add a broader perspective to the baccalaureate and give greater versatility to the graduate.  Students graduating with a BA in biochemistry are well prepared to pursue advanced study in professional health care programs.  Many of our graduates pursue advanced degrees in Medical Schools, Physician Attendant Programs, Pharmacy Schools and Dental Schools.  Students graduating with a BA in biochemistry are also well prepared to pursue laboratory positions in health care or agri-business companies or sales/customer service positions at pharmaceutical or medical device companies.

The 4-Year Plan is a model for completing your degree in a timely manner. Your individual 4-Year plan may change based on a number of variables including transfer courses and the semester/year you start your major. Carefully work with your academic advisors to devise your own unique plan.
* Please meet with your advisor on appropriate course selection to meet your educational and degree goals.

The purpose of this option is to prepare the student for a career in biomedicine. The option fulfills the science course requirements for most medical, osteopathic, dental, and chiropractic schools as well as the science course requirements for graduate education in biomedicine. If you are interested in applying for a specific medical school, please contact that school for their specific requirements.